Boulder staff recommend keeping water budgets for single-family customers, will carry multifamily/CII alternatives into rate study Staff proposed keeping water budgets for single-family and metered-irrigation accounts while reducing and simplifying budget sizing; staff recommended exploring multiple alternatives for multifamily and commercial accounts during a broader rate study led by NewGen Strategies and Solutions.

Boulder is reshaping its water budget policy to enhance sustainability and customer experience—could this mean changes to your bill?

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Boulder staff: municipal supply likely reliable through 2050 under most scenarios; severe climate stress could create gaps City of Boulder's water resources staff told the Environmental Advisory Board that the municipal water system, which draws about two-thirds from Boulder Creek watersheds and one-third from Colorado River projects, meets the city's reliability criteria across three of four modeled 2050 scenarios. Under an extreme "severe" climate-and-policy stressor

Boulder's water supply is on track to remain reliable through 2050, but looming climate stressors could threaten that stability.

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Boulder Water Board Reviews Graywater Code Changes Amid Community Concerns Board discusses graywater system regulations following new state law and public feedback.

The Boulder Water Resources Advisory Board's recent meeting revealed community concerns over graywater system regulations, sparking a vital dialogue about local water management.

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Boulder Council Discusses Future Water Consumption Impact from Data Centers Boulder officials consider future water needs linked to data center developments.

Boulder council members are grappling with the looming question: how will the rise of data centers impact our water supply and sustainability efforts?

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Northern Water develops drought plan focusing on CBT allocation and storage levels Northern Water outlines drought plan methodology for CBT allocation and storage management.

Boulder City's Water Resources Advisory Board has set an 80% quota for crucial water allocations, navigating the challenges of drought and changing climate conditions.

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Boulder County expresses concerns over water extraction by metro areas Boulder County's board raises alarms about increased water extraction affecting local resources.

Boulder County's Water Resources Advisory Board is sounding the alarm over increasing water extraction by neighboring metro areas, risking the very lifeblood of their community.

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Northern Water outlines Colorado River water distribution strategies amid looming shortages Northern Water discusses unique quota system for water distribution in potential shortage scenarios.

As water shortages loom, the Water Resources Advisory Board reveals bold strategies for managing Colorado's vital water supply amidst agricultural challenges.

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Colorado River water supply dependence raises concerns amid drought and climate change Officials highlight the looming threat of diminished Colorado River flows due to climate change.

Boulder officials are sounding the alarm as climate change threatens the Colorado River, putting future water supplies at risk during an unprecedented mega drought.

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Boulder Water Efficiency Team focuses on conservation amid Colorado drought concerns Boulder teams plan efficient water use strategies due to ongoing drought challenges in Colorado.

Boulder City is taking bold steps in water conservation, from innovative turf projects to a new focus on community education, all while tackling the challenges of an ongoing drought.

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Boulder outlines 2024 water conservation initiatives and efficiency improvements Boulder reviews water demand trends and plans enhanced conservation strategies for 2024.

Boulder is taking bold steps to enhance water conservation in 2024, focusing on innovative strategies to manage supply and demand amid changing environmental conditions.

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Northern Water updates Boulder officials on Colorado River supply challenges and partnerships Northern Water discusses Colorado River supply management and drought impact with Boulder officials.

Boulder’s future water supply hangs in the balance as officials tackle the intricate challenges posed by the Colorado River's drought-stricken landscape and legal complexities.

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Boulder updates residents on water supply amid Sundance development plans Boulder officials confirm healthy water supply status despite Sundance's large development projects.

Boulder City officials are tackling significant water supply challenges as ambitious projects like a new hotel and performance center loom on the horizon.

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Colorado River Compact clarifies water allocation for Upper and Lower Basin states Colorado explains equitable apportionment and compliance concerns of the Colorado River Compact

Navigating the complexities of the Colorado River Compact is crucial as drought challenges and water rights disputes intensify between states.

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