The board awarded a $1.64 million contract for Supplemental Well No. 3 after six bids, with completion expected around April 2027 so it can serve peak season 2027. At the ACWA conference, speakers warned that 500,000 to 1 million Central Valley acres may be fallowed under SGMA and other pressures. PV Water’s Multi-Benefit Land Repurposing Program is seeking more grower participation in its survey.
Committee recommended awarding the Supplemental Well No. 3 contract to Pacific Infrastructure at $1.6 million, nearly $450,000 under budget, with the well expected to be operational by 2027 to relieve pressure on the coastal aquifer by shifting pumping inland. College Lake water treatment plant continues experiencing sand and sediment issues affecting berry growers' irrigation systems, with testing ongoing through mid-December to resolve quality problems.
The fourth Pajaro River Watershed workshop drew 56 participants, showcasing strong multi-stakeholder collaboration on integrated watershed management strategies with potential Proposition 4 funding ahead. The College Lake project is operational, delivering 656 acre-feet through October, and a $460,052 Verdantas agreement was approved. A proposed nearby battery storage project remains uncertain after the county delayed its ordinance to March.
The water agency's rate setting committee filled its appointed positions but still needs community members, with the first meeting scheduled for November 13. Operational testing continues at the College Lake treatment facility as staff work to resolve water quality issues including polymer carryover and micro sand problems affecting customer filters. Regional water production was lower than previous years during July-September, consistent with trends observed by other Central Coast water...
The board approved over $273,000 in consultant agreements to conduct a comprehensive rate setting process for FY 2025-26, establishing an ad hoc committee to oversee community engagement efforts. The College Lake water treatment facility is now operational and producing water but faces turbidity issues requiring ongoing adjustments, with some customers experiencing filter clogging from polymer residue. Additionally, the board authorized $100,000 for vegetation management at College Lake...
