Tag: Water Supply
Bills Threaten to Destabilize State’s Water Rights System
Four bills that threaten to destabilize California’s water rights system and revoke rights upon which communities have relied for decades are moving in the...
Executive Action Directs Storm Flows to Recharge Groundwater
California’s recent storms have pounded the state, quickly moving the state from extreme drought to flood conditions. Since January, California has seen repeated flooding...
Governor Issues Order to Increase Water Held in Reservoirs
Last month, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order intended to allow officials to hold more water in reservoirs. The order updates an earlier...
After 3 Weeks of Storms, What’s State Water Outlook?
Following a barrage of storms at the end of December and beginning of January, California made a quick about-face from critically dry conditions to...
Governor’s Budget Plans for Uncertain Economy
Governor Gavin Newsom presented a balanced budget this week with no new general tax increases. He identified a $22.5 billion “shortfall” between previously expected...
Drought Relief Top Priority for Voters; Climate Change Costs a Concern
Along with the economy, top of mind for voters is the drought, according to the CalChamber People’s Voice poll.
By a 4 to 1 margin,...
Coastal Commission Approves Project to Bring Reliable Water to Monterey
A multi-pronged effort to bring a reliable, sustainable water supply to the Monterey Peninsula was approved by the California Coastal Commission at the end...
Climate Change Job Killer Bills: 1 Stopped; 1 Goes to Governor
On the final day of the session, Assembly members heeded the concerns raised by the California Chamber of Commerce and a coalition of more...
Governor Newsom Releases Water Supply Strategy
Governor Gavin Newsom announced a four-point strategy on August 11 to increase California’s water supplies and help the state adapt to the extreme weather...
