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The board unanimously approved filing an amicus brief to support biomass energy programs threatened by state regulators, which could impact local wildfire prevention and forest health projects. Infrastructure challenges continued with an additional $150,000 needed for rock excavation on a transmission main project, while a major equipment upgrade for sewer system inspection was postponed after discovering a significantly lower bid option. The district also approved a generator replacement...
The board advanced water allocation discussions with six of seven groundwater sustainability agencies while one remains uncommitted until 2030. Over 20 surface water access applications will be reviewed at the upcoming Board of Equalization meeting, with a comprehensive canal capacity study being solicited to inform decisions. The district received legal approval to proceed with a reverse auction process for acquiring up to 100 acres of recharge basin property, focusing on sandy soils near...
The water district is finalizing a comprehensive efficiency strategic plan projecting demand through 2050, with full build-out reaching 157,000 dwelling units while maintaining 2007 usage levels despite population growth. New developments are using 25% more water than designed due to customer behavior after occupancy, presenting conservation challenges. The planned Advanced Metering Infrastructure will provide hourly usage data and precise leak detection capabilities, transforming water...
The board approved moving forward with a comprehensive domestic well risk assessment using an updated inventory of over 4,100 wells to identify those at risk from declining groundwater levels. New modeling revealed groundwater contributes over 100,000 acre-feet annually to the Sacramento River, with the river gaining water from groundwater consistently. A fee appeals process was established allowing property owners to contest fee classifications within 45 days, though fees must be paid...
The Board unanimously approved a pilot groundwater extraction fee program that will charge growers for pumping above set thresholds, aiming to reduce the district's water use by 11.4%, or 30,000-40,000 acre feet, annually. They consider satellite-based monitoring systems, IrriWatch or Land IQ, rather than physical well meters to track usage. Additionally, the Board approved redesigning a recharge pond to increase capacity from 25 to 50 acre feet.
