Recommendations on the Colorado River Salinity Problem

Document: Minute No. 218, "Practical Solution of the Colorado River Salinity Problem," Draft 1/13/65 (thermofax), page 4Page 4 8. That this Minute be in effect during a period of five years, beginning on the date on which the extension to the Wellton-Mohawk District drainage conveyance channel is placed in operation; and that during this period the Commission review conditions which gave rise to the problem and in due time determine whether, in keeping with the purpose expressed by both Governments of achieving a permanent and effective solution, a new Minute should be adopted to become effective upon termination of this period. 9. That construction by the United States of works contemplated in this Minute be completed and the works be placed in operation by October 1, 1965, subject to the appropriation of funds by the United States Congress to implement this Minute. 10. That this Minute be specifically approved by both Governments. 11. That the provisions of this Minute not constitute any precedent, recognition, or acceptance affecting the rights of either country, with respect to the Water Treaty of February 3, 1944, and the general principles of law. The meeting then adjourned.Epson Perfection 4870 Photo, 400 dpi, 8 bit, 1,801,397 byte