Aug 16, 2017 - The board will consider the adoption package during its meeting on Friday, Aug. 25, at Sacramento City Ha
Aug. 16, 2017 Agenda posted for next week’s Update 2018 advisory committee meeting
The agenda has been posted for next week’s meeting of the California Water Plan Update 2018 Policy Advisory Committee. Presentations throughout the day will cover Update 2018 draft chapters plus panel discussions on watershed sustainability pilot projects and concepts to advance regional engagement. The meeting will be Wednesday, Aug. 23, in Sacramento.
Central Valley flood plan update set for adoption later this month
The Central Valley Flood Protection Board has posted the adoption package for the Central Valley Flood Protection Plan 2017 Update. The package includes the resolution for adoption. The board will consider the adoption package during its meeting on Friday, Aug. 25, at Sacramento City Hall.
Groundwater sustainability guidance documents available for public comment
DWR is accepting comments on two guidance documents for sustainable groundwater management. They deal with stakeholder engagement and tribal governments. They are designed to help with the development of groundwater sustainability plans. Comments are due by Monday, Aug. 28.
Student internships available for DAC water projects in the Santa Ana River Watershed
The Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority is accepting applications for its water internship program. Applicants must attend a California State University or a local community college. Students will assist with water projects in disadvantaged communities (DACs) within the Santa Ana River Watershed.
Water board accepting comments on surface water augmentation regulations
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) is accepting public comments for surface water augmentation regulations. The comment period ends at noon on Sept. 12. A public hearing on the regulations is set for Thursday, Sept. 7, in Sacramento.
Survey finds California recycled water use jumps more than 6 percent
A survey conducted by DWR and the SWRCB found California reused 714,000 acre-feet of municipal recycled water during 2015. That is a 6.3 percent increase over the last survey in 2009. Survey details are available on the DWR website.
Proposals being accepted for $9.3 million in Delta restoration grants
The Delta Conservancy is accepting concept proposals for its Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program. The grants will be awarded to protection and restoration projects benefitting the Delta and Suisun Marsh. As much as $9.3 million will be awarded during the 2017-2018 grant cycle. Concept proposals are due Thursday, Aug. 31; full proposals are due Thursday, Nov. 30.
