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BWSR Meeting Minutes December 16, 1998 Page Six decision. Chair Roer ruled that out of order. BWSR's attorney commented on the issue 98-75 of ex parfe communication. Motion passed on a voice vote. Cook County Water Plan Update Extension Request -Doug Thomas presented the ** order for the extension request. Staff recommends approval of the request. Moved by Lee Coe, seconded by Barb Uppgaard, to grant an extension until June 1, 1999 for the 98-76 Cook County Water Plan. Motion passed on a voice vote. Board Member Recognition -Chair Roer presented Barb Uppgaard with a certificate of commendation from Governor Carlson, and a print from BWSR for her efforts and six years of service to BWSR. Chair Roer stated that it's with great sadness that Barb leaves the BWSR, she wished her well on her future endeavors. Barb stated that it's been a privilege to serve on the Board. Chair Roer reported that Lee Coe has been appointed as citizen member replacing Barb Uppgaard based on her resignation. Two appointments have just been made: 1) Clair Nelson has been appointed to fill Lee Coe's county commissioner position for the remaining two years; and 2) Jerome Deal has been appointed to fill Marv Tripp's watershed district position for the remaining two years. Chair Roer stated that the terms of Ginny Imholte and Darrell Bruggman expire in January, both have reapplied, they will continue to serve until June, or until appointments are made. l_ee Coe thanked BWSR for their support. Chair Roer called for a break at 10:40 a.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:55 a.m. Chair Roer stated that Marv Tripp resigned as board member, effective December 1, 1998. Lee Cole resigned effective December 17, 1998 and Barb Upgaard resigned effective December 17, 1998. The BWSR appreciated their efforts and contributions, and service as a board member. Chair Roer presented Barb Upgaard with a plaque and a commendation from Governor Carlson. 3arb Cobb will replace Marv on the Dispute Resolution Committee. Koochiching County Comprehensive Wetland Plan Development Agreement -Ron Harnack reported that Koochiching is proceeding with development of a comp wetland plan. A draft plan outline has been completed and will provide the framework for the final plan. A formal agreement with Koochiching County, BWSR, Koochiching SWCD, DNR, and MPCA was developed a working tool to show intent of the County and the ** agencies to work proactively and cooperativery to develop a local v,~etland plan. Moved by Allan Oehlke, seconded by Lee Coe, to approve the formal Koochiching County 98-77 Comprehensive Wetland Plan Development. Agreement. Motion passed on a voice