Watermaster: Las Posas annual report shows declines in 2024–25; yield study says projects could avoid basin-wide ramp down The Fox Canyon board received the Las Posas Valley water-year 2025 annual GSP report and a basin optimization yield study showing groundwater declines during a dry year and a projected basin optimization yield of about 36,860 acre-feet if two major projects are implemented; the board authorized staff to submit the annual report to the Department of Water Resources and the court.

Groundwater levels are declining in the Las Posas Valley, but a new study suggests strategic projects could prevent a basin-wide ramp down.

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Committee backs bill to expand groundwater‑basin detail in ADWR five‑year assessments The House committee returned Senate Bill 1202 with a due‑pass recommendation after a brief presentation that would require the Arizona Department of Water Resources director to include more information about each groundwater basin in five‑year supply and demand assessments. The motion passed 6‑3 with one member absent.

Arizona's House committee just voted to enhance groundwater assessments, promising more transparency in water resource management!

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DES and DHHS update commission on sampling, POET installs and waterline projects; Merrimack Village District outlines $7M extension plan DES told commissioners that Saint‑Gobain has sampled ~1,560 eligible wells under an approved monitoring plan and that ~828 POET systems have been installed (about 790 completed testing); DHHS reported bottled‑water registrant testing found no MCL exceedances among registrants. Merrimack Village District reported two water‑main extension projects estimated at ~$7 million with partial grant and expected settlement funds.

New Hampshire is making strides in water safety with over 1,560 wells sampled and a $7 million plan to extend waterlines—what's next for the community?

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Council approves access agreement for groundwater monitoring well with West Turlock Subbasin GSA (5-0) Hughson council adopted Resolution 2026-04 authorizing a 20-year access agreement with the West Turlock Subbasin GSA to install and monitor a groundwater monitoring well at 6760 Joan Bend Court; Turlock Irrigation District staff said the well is for monitoring only and will not produce water.

Hughson City Council just greenlit a 20-year groundwater monitoring project that promises to boost local sustainability efforts—without producing a drop of water!

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Committee advances DNR cleanup bill that includes $5 million for water litigation HB 157 Sub 3, a DNR cleanup measure that adds a groundwater seat to the UGS board and contains language allowing up to $5,000,000 in FY 2027 for water litigation (primarily Colorado River matters), was adopted and moved out of committee with a favorable recommendation.

Utah's new DNR cleanup bill is set to revolutionize water management, featuring $5 million for crucial Colorado River litigation and a dedicated groundwater seat on the UGS board!

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Madera County GSA weighs state subsidence guidance and potential impacts on grower allocations At a Jan. committee meeting, growers and staff debated how new state subsidence guidance could force changes to groundwater allocations and measurement rules; staff said the guidance could require stopping subsidence in hotspots while balancing economic impacts.

Madera County growers are on edge as new state guidance on subsidence could reshape groundwater rules and threaten local agriculture.

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GM: Hydrogeologic model shows deep‑aquifer uncertainty; seawater intrusion will require major projects and time Arroyo Seco GSA General Manager Curtis Weeks briefed the board on a hydrogeologic model update that found limited knowledge about a deep aquifer in the northern basin, uncertainty about recharge mechanisms, and ongoing seawater intrusion on the East Side that may require multi‑decade projects and substantial funding.

Arroyo Seco's GM reveals alarming uncertainties about our deep aquifer and warns that seawater intrusion could take decades to tackle—are we ready to act?

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Senator Kenny Titus outlines legislatively led water task force work and timeline Sen. Kenny Titus told the Committee on Water the 13-member legislative task force is reviewing risks to supply and water quality, will evaluate the Water Resource Planning Act and funding, and plans a preliminary report this year and a final, statutory report for the 2027 legislature.

Senator Kenny Titus reveals a bold plan to tackle Kansas' water crisis, addressing risks to supply and quality with a comprehensive review of the Water Resource Planning Act.

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Commission finds Manresa Wilds 'North Forest' referral consistent with harbor plan; questions remain on coal-ash remediation The Harbor Management Commission recommended that Planning & Zoning proceed with the Manresa Wilds North Forest (phase 1) referral, citing alignment with harbor-plan goals for public access and restoration while pressing the developer on groundwater, remediation and engineered controls tied to historic coal-ash fill and ongoing DEEP oversight.

The Manresa Wilds project is set to transform 28 acres into a public ecological park, but questions about coal-ash contamination loom large as plans progress.

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Committee backs 6‑acre‑foot limit for irrigators in INAs amid debate over effectiveness House Bill 20 97 would cap annual withdrawals from nonexempt wells in irrigation non‑expansion areas (INAs) at 6 acre‑feet per acre. The committee passed the bill 6–4, but members and stakeholders debated whether a 6‑acre‑foot figure is meaningful and raised implementation issues for ADWR.

A contentious vote passed House Bill 20 97, capping water withdrawals in irrigation non-expansion areas, but is it enough to safeguard our precious resources?

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State Land Board OKs 30-year ground lease for Swatch Creek augmentation well The Colorado State Board of Land Commissioners unanimously approved a 30-year ground lease with the Rio Grande Water Conservation District to allow construction of an augmentation well on a Swatch Creek trust parcel, aiming to protect senior water rights while isolating groundwater liability from the school trust.

The Colorado State Land Board just greenlit a groundbreaking 30-year lease for an augmentation well that promises to safeguard senior water rights and boost revenue for the school trust!

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Madera GSA adopts domestic‑well mitigation rules to assist households with dry wells The Groundwater Sustainability Agency approved a program offering up to $35,000 per eligible dry domestic well in the Madera Sub‑Basin, with eligibility rules (owner 12+ months, home habitability, wells under 30 years old) and payback lien provisions for short‑term transfers.

Madera County has launched a new program offering up to $35,000 to assist households with dry wells, but eligibility rules and payback provisions are stirring up questions among residents.

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Madera County GSA adopts domestic well mitigation rules, hires Davis Engineering to run program The Madera County Groundwater Sustainability Agency committee approved rules for a domestic well mitigation program with a $35,000 per-property assistance cap and voted to contract Davis Engineering (not-to-exceed ~$514,000) to run program management, eligibility reviews and outreach.

Madera County just launched a new domestic well mitigation program offering up to $35,000 in assistance for homeowners facing well failures, but is it enough to cover the costs?

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Sawyer County committee agrees to add groundwater mapping and consider countywide wellhead protection goal in land-and-water plan After public comment and committee discussion, the Sawyer County Land, Water, and Forest Resources Committee asked staff to incorporate expanded groundwater-mapping language into the draft Land and Water Resource Management Plan and agreed to add a goal to explore a county-level municipal wellhead protection ordinance ahead of the plan's public-hea

Sawyer County is taking major steps to enhance groundwater protection and stormwater management, but the community's voice is crucial for shaping the final plan!

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Nebraska NRDs describe phased nitrate controls, monitoring network and a producer app to reduce fertilizer inputs The Nebraska Association of Resource Districts told the task force that a phased, locally implemented nitrate management program (education, mandatory testing and management plans) and expanded groundwater monitoring can slow nitrate increases. Speakers described producer outreach, voluntary changes to fertilizer timing and a new Producer Connect

Nebraska is pioneering a phased strategy to combat rising nitrate levels in groundwater, pairing education with innovative tech to safeguard public health and improve agricultural practices.

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State, local officials warn permit holders: static groundwater reports due; water bank, new limits to change landscape Oregon Water Resources Department staff told the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners they are beginning to notify permit holders who have failed to file required static groundwater level reports and outlined near‑ and mid‑term changes from recent legislation, including a proposed water bank and revised rules for exempt wells.

Oregon's Water Resources Department is cracking down on water-right holders who fail to report groundwater levels, warning that civil penalties could be on the horizon!

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County Water Resources Agency details subgrant projects for Salinas Valley groundwater sustainability; ASR not viable alone Monterey County Water Resources Agency staff updated the board Oct. 28 on Department of Water Resources subgrant work with Salinas Valley GSAs. Projects include Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project (CSIP) enhancements, canal alternatives tied to a historic water right (permit 11043), monitoring expansion and feasibility studies. An aquifer‑replen

Monterey County is stepping up its game in groundwater sustainability with $3.7 million in new funding for innovative projects, but not all proposed solutions are viable!

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Cal Am details San Marino water system, emergency plans and mutual‑aid capacity California American Water told San Marino residents that 90% of the city's supply comes from local groundwater, outlined on‑the‑ground emergency actions and said national parent company resources can supply equipment and bottled water in major events.

California American Water revealed that 90% of San Marino's water supply comes from local groundwater and shared crucial emergency plans to tackle potential disasters.

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Central Valley Salts update: regional boards, management zones and NGOs outline drinking-water, salt and nitrate next steps Regional and local leaders reported progress on CV-SALTS, including priority-area monitoring, early-action drinking-water programs, and a prioritization-and-optimization study for long-term salinity management. Management zones described bottled-water deliveries, fill stations and SAFER funding; regional staff said exceptions to nitrate objectives,

Central Valley regulators and environmental groups are stepping up efforts to combat rising salt and nitrate levels in groundwater, a move crucial for protecting our drinking water and ecosystems.

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State Water Board expert panel debates crop-specific nitrogen limits; panelists favor regionally tailored thresholds and multi‑year averages At a State Water Resources Control Board expert-panel working meeting, scientists and extension advisors debated whether groundwater‑protective nitrogen thresholds should be crop‑specific, concluding the evidence supports regionally tailored approaches (rolling averages, landscape-level mass balances and percentile thresholds) and more data in some

California's agricultural experts are wrestling with how to set nitrogen limits that protect groundwater while balancing the needs of diverse crops and regions.

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Hollister council approves regional water agreement adding San Juan Bautista, 4-1 The City Council approved a regional water agreement to add San Juan Bautista to the San Benito urban area water plan. The plan, intended to improve water quality and create underground storage for drought years, carries an estimated $50 million price tag with about $20 million in grant funding referenced. The council vote was 4-1.

Hollister City Council just approved a groundbreaking $50 million regional water agreement aimed at boosting drought resilience and improving water quality for the entire community!

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Consultant: groundwater testing shows expansion of county landfill is feasible; modeling next step A geologic consultant updated the Will County Land Code Committee on site investigations for a proposed landfill expansion, reporting completed piezometer and slug testing, initial results that indicate a permeable upper bedrock and tight lower units, and that vertical expansion is possible. Staff said groundwater modeling and preliminary design, a

Groundwater testing reveals promising results for a potential landfill expansion in Will County, paving the way for crucial model assessments!

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Nye County Water District hires Marcus Faust team to pursue $10 million WRDA authorization and federal funding After hearing presentations from two lobbying firms, the board voted 5-0 to contract the Marcus Faust team to assist with pursuing a $10 million authorization under the Water Resources Development Act and other federal funding for a groundwater redistribution plan.

Nye County is taking a bold step toward a sustainable future by hiring a federal lobbying team to secure $10 million for an innovative groundwater redistribution plan.

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Tulare County Water Commission hears state legislative roundup; several groundwater bills remain unresolved Commission received a legislative subcommittee report summarizing the status of multiple California bills affecting groundwater and GSAs, including several bills on adjudication, tribal water use and DWR planning; commissioners did not take formal positions at this meeting.

Tulare County Water Commission is keeping a close eye on pivotal state bills that could reshape groundwater management—what's in the pipeline for 2026?

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Klamath Water Users Association proposes groundwater monitoring project for Klamath County Advocates seek Klamath County Commission's support for innovative aquifer recharge initiative.

Klamath County is on the brink of a groundbreaking initiative to revive its groundwater resources, aiming to turn the tide on drought-stricken wells and support local agriculture.

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City Council Discusses Groundwater Monitoring and Climate Initiatives Council members report on groundwater health, climate meetings, and cemetery cleanup efforts.

Sonoma City Council tackles critical issues from groundwater sustainability to homelessness funding, aiming for a brighter future for all residents.

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ETGSA Approves Budget and New Monitoring Wells in Porterville ETGSA allocates $46,095 quarterly for operations and approves new groundwater monitoring wells.

Porterville is stepping up its game in groundwater management with new monitoring wells and a $46,095 quarterly budget boost to ensure sustainable water resources.

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Valley County Committee Pushes for Groundwater Monitoring and Data Collection Requirements Committee advocates for mandatory well monitoring to assess groundwater impacts in Valley County.

Valley County officials are taking a bold stand on groundwater management, pushing for mandatory monitoring to protect local water quality from new developments.

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San Patricio County Passes Resolution Supporting Sinton's Water Rights Amid Drought Concerns Commissioners express concerns over groundwater withdrawal impact on local residents and agriculture.

San Patricio County commissioners have taken a stand against excessive water extraction, prioritizing local farmers' and residents' needs amid growing drought concerns.

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