Affected CVP deliveries may end around October 27 instead of November 7–8, 11–12 days earlier. Possible reservoir releases could disrupt fall channel maintenance. The board approved a Basin 10 turnout notice of award. Staff also discussed the KSJRA management-fee calculation, FEMA appeals and preparations for a possible high-water year.
Staff discussed preparing for a potential Super El Niño winter and coordinating with emergency agencies. A FEMA-funded Dry Creek barrier project was delayed after a newly listed toad species was identified in the area, and staff are pursuing an emergency permitting path. Staff also presented an FDRE completion report covering four portable pumps and multiple planned deployment and recharge locations.
Draft FY 2026-2027 expense budget (~$40M) was reviewed; revenue budget and final adoption are planned next month. Terminus held ~150,000 AF; water year estimate 51–68%; release start date pending a Thursday association meeting. FEMA funding remains uncertain; board discussed case-by-case cost sharing, with more discussion expected next month.
Kaweah River outlook is below average (~51% if no added inflow; forecasts up to 68%). CVP Class One stays at 100%, while south-of-Delta remains 20%. Staff reviewed a draft ~$40M FY 2026–27 expense budget including ~$2.5M GSA payback/interest, ~$7.2M FEMA assumptions, and $6.3M MLRP reimbursements; more next month.
