How is water prioritized when the ditches are running low?

Water will be prioritized when the ditches are running low.  Prioritization is at the discretion of the Mayordomo.  The following will be considered -

• Have ditch dues been paid?

• Did the Parciante receive water the previous week and what is their acreage? 

• How is the water being used?  In times of extreme drought, the Mayordomo in consultation with the Commissioners will distribute the available water supply according to the following priorities: (1) vegetable gardens, (2) fruit bearing trees, (3) livestock, and (4) pasture lands.   

Please review the Bylaws for additional clarification.  

When will I receive my ditch dues bill?

These are processed after the annual ditch cleaning so that cleaning credits can be applied.  The Parciante bill will be provided by the end of June.  

Payment should be made by the end of July.  At this time the Mayordomo will be provided a list of delinquent Parciante payments.

How do I update my contact info or acreage?

You may complete the Parciante Update Form or email desmontesditchassociation@gmail.com.

Are there opportunities for credits or discounts?

There is a ditch cleaning fee reduction when you turn 72.  Please notify the treasurer and provide your drivers license for verification.

You can also sign up to be part of a committee where your efforts will be recognized with credits towards your dues.

How will I know when the Annual Meeting or the Ditch Cleaning happens?

Notices will be posted in the newspaper, the Arroyo Seco Post Office, along with a mass email reminder from the DMDA secretary.  

The Annual Meeting generally will happen in January and Ditch Cleaning generally will happen in April.

Where can I find the DMDA Bylaws?

A copy of the Bylaws can be viewed on the Resources page here on the website, email us at desmontesditchassociation@gmail.com, or visit our next Annual Meeting for a copy.