GREEN RIVER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Meeting Date: June 16, 2025

Start Time: 5:00 P.M.

End Time: 6:15 P.M.

Attendees:

Supervisors: Tyler Hunt, Chris Dunham, Tonya Bigelow, Lee Thayn

Associate Members: Olivia Dunham (Clerk), Christine Sheeter

Agency Personnel: Ryan Jones (Zone 7 Coordinator/Planner), Julie Weber (Zone 7 Office Specialist), Curtis Mason (NRCS – District Conservationist), Rowe Zwahlen (USU/EC Agricultural Director)

Guests: Gayna Salinas, Edward Bennett (City of GR City Manager), John Bulur (Airbuild)

Public meeting regarding the budget was opened by Tyler. There was no public comment. So Tonya made a motion to close the public hearing; Lee seconded the motion. Motion was carried.

Approval of Agenda – Tonya made a motion to approve the agenda; Chris seconded the motion. Motion was passed unanimously.

Approval of Minutes of Meeting – Tonya made a motion to approve the minutes; Chris seconded the motion. Motion was passed unanimously.

Public Comments/Concerns – John Bulur introduced himself. He is working with Airbuild, a company working on microalgae and biochar. He secured permission from the City of Green River to use GR water as their building facility is by the City of GR airport. He explained how they turned organic materials or waste into biochar. And how they sell the carbon to Microsoft and other tech companies.

Request for Assistance – FFA of Green River High School has a request for assistance and Ryan already worked on the seed mix. Chris Sheeter is seeking help for the seed drill and to help her find an operator for the equipment.

Conservation Business:

FFA Farm/Soil Health Research Plot – Ryan met with Brennan and walked the plot. There is a bit of potential on what they want to do. He already got a quote for the seed mix which is $1,180.00, like 20 lbs/acre. They will ship the seed to Castle Dale office. The seeds will do really well on high-alkali soil and FFA can just graze to student’s livestock or lease it when it grows. There is already a watering system installed (pump, water line, K-line). They will just plant on 2 acres and once established, they can move to another area. Chris moved for the approval of the purchase of the seed mix; Lee seconded the motion. Motion was passed unanimously.

Adopt FY25 Revised Budget – Tonya moved for the approval of the adoption of the revised FY25 budget; Chris seconded the motion. Motion was passed unanimously.

Adopt FY26 Budget – Tonya moved for the approval of the adoption of the FY26 budget; Lee seconded the motion. Motion was passed unanimously.

2025 Annual Report – Ryan read through the 2025 annual report. Addition added was that other equipment are also being rented besides the Mowe and the NTD. We also has been hosting the UACD Zone 7 Annual Meeting. This is just a review so he will check again if there is something amissed in the report.

2026 Scope of Work – Ryan scanned through the scope of work which is basically the same as before. Olivia asked if we can have a local scholarship for the GRHS students. It depends on the GRCD and if it happens, we just need to adjust the budget and the scholarship letter for the local students can just be added to the scholarship letter being sent to them through UACD scholarship.

Finance –

a. Financial Report - Olivia reported on the financial as follows:

b. Pay bills as brought before the board –

Reimb. for UACD Clerk’s 3rd Qtr. Payroll	$842.39

Purchase of 1 roll of stamps	73.00

Tonya moved for the approval of the financial report together with the request for payment of bills as brought to the board; Lee seconded the motion. Motion carried.

c. Pay SERA –The total budget is at $2,800.00. Julie worked on the adjustments for the SERA form while the meeting was ongoing. Tonya should be paid for her works with the equipment rentals. Chris moved for the approval of payment of Tonya’s works with the equipment rentals; Lee seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Meetings/Trainings/Upcoming Events

UCC Meeting and Tour – June 25 – 26 in Zone 3 – 25th is the regular meeting which will be in Lehi while the tour will be in northern Utah County.

UDAF/UACD Zone 7 Business – They did the interview of applicants for Beth William’s replacement. Didn’t find a replacement so they will post the ads again.

NRCS Business – They requested more CSP money but not sure if they will get it or not. Lowell might be back next month.

FSA Business – They are making payments for crop reports and livestock forage so contact Mistie Christiansen.

Extension Business – Rowe Zwahlen – He is working with someone in Logan regarding organic transition and also working on beef workshop

Other Supervisor Business – Tonya moved for the approval of Olivia’s $50.00 per quarter pay increase including back pay; Lee seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Complete SERA Forms – The SERA forms were signed by each supervisor who attended the meeting.

Tonya moved the meeting to be adjourned; Chris seconded the motion.

Next Meeting: July 14, 2025 @ Green River City Hall @ 5P.M.