EXHIBIT 4-A

CHARGE TO THE MPWMD WATER DEMAND COMMITTEE

as adopted by the Water Demand Committee on July 26, 2000

1. Primary Function

The committee shall provide advice and recommendations to the board of directors and staff of the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District on matters affecting water permits, conservation, and other related subjects.

2. Process

The committee is expected to provide a forum for in-depth deliberation and discussion and to provide recommendations and direction to staff on issues related to water permits and conservation.

3. Composition and Structure

a) The voting members of the Committee shall consist of three elected Directors of the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District appointed by the Board Chairperson.

b) A quorum of two (2) voting members shall be required to transact business of the committee. Action may be taken by majority vote of those present. The chair of the committee shall be elected by the members of the committee; meetings shall be held as determined by the chairperson.

c) The General Manager (or a designated staff member) of the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District shall also serve on the committee as an ex officio, non-voting member. The Water Demand Manager shall serve in an ex officio capacity and as secretary to the committee and provide other support as appropriate. Other District staff may meet with the committee from time to time and serve as a resource.

4. Responsibilities of the Committee

a) To meet as required on the call of the committee chair.

b) To provide timely advice to the board of directors and staff of the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District on matters related to water permits and conservation.

c) To undertake other tasks as designated by the Board Chairperson.

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