You left out an important piece of information. On second thought it may not be important, more like pathetic.

"Work on the irrigation system is proceeding at the house. As is the search for money to complete."

For all his brilliance there may be a reason Dan Leckrone severed ties. It doesn't appear that anyone can afford to have Mr. Moore around. Received $15K on July 1st and griping about money by July 8th.