The District successfully maintained operations with nearly 12,000 acre-feet delivered in September and reopened canal operations following October storms. Major infrastructure investments were approved, including a $194,167 concrete liner project and a $500,000+ shop remodel to support critical facility upgrades. The district avoided state probation and maintains local control over groundwater management after a successful State Water Resources Control Board hearing.
The Board approved joining a higher-yielding state investment program that will increase district revenue by switching from 3.83% to 4.43% returns. The 2026 budget was approved, anticipating no rate rises for landowners so long as a moderate water supply is secured. Additionally, the purchasing policy was updated to raise the formal bidding threshold from $175,000 to $250,000, giving staff more flexibility for infrastructure projects.
