HB 2818-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Directs the department of ecology to conduct a preconstruction analysis of the Roza irrigation district off-stream storage project at Washout canyon, regarding its suitability as a site for the construction of a retainment dam and water storage reservoir and the reservoir site's potential to create a warm water fishery, provide recreational opportunities, and enhance agriculture, anadromous fish, and instream flows.

     Makes an appropriation of three hundred thousand dollars for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2001, from the general fund to the department of ecology for the purposes of this act.

     Declares that the amount provided by this act is contingent upon the provision of an equal match in cash, in-kind services, or combination of cash and in-kind services from the Roza irrigation district and if such a match is not provided by the district, the amount provided by this act shall lapse.