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EPID experiencing vandalism
Due to the absence of Board Member Stan Deupree, Eagle Point Irrigation District delayed setting a workshop for managing certain issues with district employees. When set, the date of the public workshop will be announced. Water levels in Big Butte Creek have been holding well, despite scorching weather. However, the district has begun [...]
EPID buying new equipment, water year looks good
Quieter times are now prevailing at the Eagle Point Irrigation District Board of Directors meetings. What could best be described as volatile meetings have now developed into more peaceful sessions providing an atmosphere where it is easier to work through agendas. Manager Dave Ford reported that Big Butte Creek is running at the same level [...]
EPID: Peaceful solution to Dog Bite problem
For the last several months the mood at Eagle Point Irrigation Districts has been hostile. That was not so on the afternoon of May 8. The dog-bite incident that had created animosity amongst neighbors, has been worked out and the incident over the water settled. As you might recall, Ern Russell’s dog bit another neighbor [...]
Fueding neighbors at EPID Board meeting, new Board member installed
With Irrigation season about to begin (April 11), there is some concern for EPID patrons near the end of Worthington Road. An incident last year between the dog belonging to one patron, and the leg, owned by another patron, has led to a legal battle between the two. The result is that the dog owner [...]
Dimick named new EPID Board Member
Eagle Point Irrigation District has a New Board member as of March 20. Twelve-year member Cal Lanfear has resigned due to a property exchange that has taken him out of the District. His resignation was tendered on March 14, just after the last regularly scheduled meeting. J. B. Dimick has been selected by the remaining [...]
EPID special meeting
An email from Eagle Point Irrigation District announced a special meeting of the Board of directors is scheduled for March 21 at 2:30 p. m. at the office on Brophy Road in Eagle Point. An agenda has not been released at this time. other news from the District shows that: OFFICE HOURS HAVE CHANGED. [...]
EPID Board meeting March 13
The mood was anything but pleasant at the Eagle Point Irrigation District meeting on Tuesday, March 13. President Gary Bedell, who has exchanged barbs with another patron, this time had some heated words for patron Ern russell. During public comment, Russell asked a question about employment practices of the District, and Bedell took it as [...]
Eagle Point Irrigation District launches new web site
Eagle Point Irrigation District has a new web site. Check out www.eaglepointid.org for information of the district, schedules, meeting information and other important facts regarding your irrigation district. Related Links District History Rules & Regulations District By-laws Photo Gallery Labor and Equipment Hire Newsletters Bulletins and Updates Contact Us EPID’s website, like all others [...]
Emotions run high during February EPID meeting
On a day normally represented by feelings of endearment, the mood at the February 14 Eagle Point Irrigation District was considerably less than cordial. The status of Roger and Hazel Ellefson was called into question by patrons. Some questioned their right to use company vehicles while doing EPID business. Though they have been called “consultants” [...]
Little Butte Irrigation Company shuts off Jackson County Road Department water
What started several years ago as a gentleman’s agreement has ended in disagreement. Tiny Little Butte Irrigation Company of Eagle Point has told giant Jackson County Roads Department to belly up to different bar because the drinks are no longer on the house In their annual meeting, the Little Butte Irrigation Company voted to end [...]
