County hears ODOE update on 14,000‑acre Deschutes solar and battery proposal as neighbors raise water concerns State energy officials briefed Wasco County on BrightNight’s 1,000‑MW solar and 4,000‑MWh battery preliminary application covering about 14,418 acres; neighbors warned about potential water use and loss of local control if House Bill 4031 passes. The county will hold a March 4 public session to craft local feedback.

Wasco County is facing a pivotal moment as residents voice concerns over water use and local control in the wake of a massive solar and battery proposal that could reshape the landscape.

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Greensville County/GCWSA authorize amendments, letter to provide utility capacity for proposed LNG facility The county approved a third amendment to a Dominion water and wastewater agreement and authorized a contingent letter to Brunswick County and Emporia to provide up to 300,000 gallons per day of water capacity for a proposed Dominion Energy Virginia LNG facility; staff said reserved capacity has been underused and the arrangement would create new water and sewer revenue for the county.

Greensville County is unlocking dormant water and sewer capacity to fuel a new LNG facility, promising to transform underused resources into fresh revenue!

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Commissioners debate county‑funded data‑center study; motion to contract EcoNorthwest fails A proposal to commission EcoNorthwest for a county data‑center impacts study split the board over scope, county role and cost; the motion to hire the firm failed and commissioners opted instead to consider a planning-focused work session and other, less-costly approaches.

Commissioners in Morrow County are divided over a costly proposal for a data-center study, sparking a heated debate on the future of land use and economic direction.

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Board unanimously recommends Santa Rosa FY 2026–27 water/wastewater/stormwater budgets to City Council The Board of Public Utilities voted unanimously to recommend the FY 2026–27 water, local wastewater, stormwater & creeks and regional system operations, capital and debt-service appropriation requests and cost allocations to City Council; the presentation outlined key assumptions, revenue/expenditure projections and the schedule to council.

Santa Rosa's Board of Public Utilities has unanimously backed a $170 million budget proposal, setting the stage for critical water and wastewater services in FY 2026–27.

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Brazos River Authority accepts FY2025 financial report after clean audit; board approves routine financial and administrative items Auditors gave the BRA an unmodified (clean) opinion on the FY2025 annual comprehensive financial report. The board accepted the ACFR, filed the report with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and ratified routine items including the investment policy, 2026 two‑tier replacement water rates, TexShare purchasing coop participation and disposition of surplus property.

The Brazos River Authority just received a clean audit for its FY2025 financial report, paving the way for essential updates and strategic decisions!

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Brazos River Authority authorizes up to $300,000 more for experts on Lake Whitney reallocation After reconvening from executive session, the board approved a resolution authorizing the general manager/CEO to expand funding by an additional $300,000 for legal, hydropower, legislative and economic experts to resolve third‑party challenges to the Lake Whitney reallocation project and assist negotiations with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Brazos River Authority just greenlit an additional $300,000 to tackle challenges and expedite the crucial Lake Whitney reallocation project!

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Nebraska lawmakers advance measure enabling private power for large industrial customers after hours of debate on water, public power and tax breaks After hours of debate over water use, public power protections, workforce rules and tax incentives, the Nebraska Legislature advanced LB 12 61 — a bill allowing privately owned electric generation to serve large industrial customers — to E & R engrossing. Multiple transparency and labor amendments were offered; several failed.

Nebraska lawmakers have sparked a heated debate as they advance a bill that could reshape public power and water usage for massive data centers—are we sacrificing resources for industry?

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Groundwater official warns Polk County is "water rich" and a future target for exporters The Lower Trinity Groundwater Conservation District told Polk County commissioners the county currently has abundant groundwater but faces future pressure from growth and potential export; the district plans subsidence monitoring and urged legislative attention and impact monitoring for data-center proposals.

Polk County is currently "water rich," but with nearby growth and increasing demand, could soon become a target for water exports—what does that mean for the future?

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Developer Jim Marshall outlines Ridge at Spring Valley preliminary plat in Elbert County At a community meeting, developer Jim Marshall and land planner John Prestwich presented a phased preliminary plat for the Ridge at Spring Valley in Elbert County, describing 606 standard lots plus 27 five‑acre parcels (633 total for phase one), water‑rights plans, utilities and likely 2028 earliest home delivery.

Developer Jim Marshall unveils ambitious plans for the Ridge at Spring Valley, featuring 606 homes and sustainable water rights, but what does this mean for the community's future?

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Deloitte model forecasts $1.3 billion shortfall for North Dakota water projects; offers seven policy and financing options Deloitte and the Department of Water Resources told the Water Topics Overview Committee that current policy and revenue forecasts leave an estimated $1.3 billion funding gap over 14 years and presented seven options — from caps on large projects to timing changes and bond financing — aimed at reducing near-term pressure and improving long-term predictability.

A new financial model reveals a staggering $1.3 billion shortfall for North Dakota's water development needs over the next 14 years, sparking urgent calls for strategic policy changes.

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Arizona Senate proclaims April 26–May 2, 2026, as Arizona Water Professionals Week The Arizona Senate read a legislative proclamation designating April 26–May 2, 2026, as Arizona Water Professionals Week, highlighting the state's diverse water resources and urging engagement at an upcoming industry conference. Sponsors named in the proclamation included Sen. Rosanna Gabaldon and Sen. Tim Dunn.

Arizona is celebrating its vital water professionals with a dedicated week, highlighting the state's innovative water management practices and upcoming industry conference!

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House OKs increased transparency and reporting for cloud‑seeding program Senate Bill 12‑69 passed after floor debate; the measure requires more reporting, public meetings and limits certain liability protections for Idaho’s long‑standing cloud‑seeding program, while supporters said it increases transparency.

Idaho's House just passed a groundbreaking bill to enhance transparency in the state's cloud-seeding program, sparking a heated debate over liability and oversight.

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Committee lays over Lake Elmo water‑allocation bill amid DNR concerns and court history Representative Johnson's bill to exempt Lake Elmo from a court‑imposed 5‑mile allocation restriction was laid over after the city and DNR gave conflicting accounts: the city warned a $50 million PFAS treatment plant could be mothballed without new allocations; DNR said permit amendment processes are available and warned against precedent‑setting statutory directions.

Lake Elmo's future hangs in the balance as a $50 million treatment plant faces the threat of being mothballed without new water allocations, sparking a heated debate in the legislature.

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Edmond outlines multibillion-dollar water plan; O1C treatment phase could cost up to $392 million City staff described a multipart water-treatment expansion — phases O1A/B/C — to replace aging capacity and add treatment. Officials said O1C’s midpoint construction estimate is $327 million (up to $392 million) and council was briefed on financing and a rate study required to support the work.

Edmond City Council is unveiling a groundbreaking multi-phase water treatment expansion plan, with costs soaring up to $392 million for the final phase alone!

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Committee approves $1 million addition to Colorado River litigation fund Representative Griffin asked for an additional $1 million for a Colorado River litigation fund to prepare for possible lawsuits tied to river allocations; the committee gave the bill a do‑pass recommendation, 8–0 with two not voting.

Arizona just took a bold step by approving an additional $1 million for the Colorado River litigation fund, signaling potential legal action in the ongoing water negotiations!

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Senate roundup: resolutions and bills adopted, including HR1008, HB244 and HB115 The Senate adopted a series of resolutions and bills on March 11: HR1008 (State Water Plan amendments) passed unanimously (43–0), HB245/HB244 (local audit rules) passed by substitute (ayes 48–2), HB115 (abandoned vessels) passed unanimously (51–0), and Senate Resolution 908 honoring Abigail Savoy was adopted. Several other committee reports and consent calendar items were agreed to without objection.

The Georgia Senate made significant strides on March 11, unanimously passing key bills on water management, local audits, and abandoned vessels, while also honoring a local hero.

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Seaside council weighs commercial vacancy tax options amid concerns about water limits and administrative costs Staff presented a report on commercial vacancy taxes used in other California cities; council and residents raised concerns about Seaside's water limitations, potential administrative costs and legal risks, and suggested alternatives such as business districts and targeted economic incentives.

Seaside's council is grappling with the complexities of a commercial vacancy tax, weighing potential revenue against water constraints and hefty administrative costs.

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Committee backs requirement for low‑water turf and irrigation audits at state properties The committee favorably recommended SB252, which would direct state facility projects to use low‑water turf for new landscaping and add distribution‑uniformity metrics to irrigation audits; DFCM and the Division of Water Resources supported the measure as a conservation step for the Great Salt Lake watershed.

Utah lawmakers are taking a bold step towards water conservation by advancing a bill that mandates low-water turf and irrigation audits for state facilities—could this be the key to saving our Great Salt Lake?

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Alpine council weighs five water options for Skyway Gardens, backs short-term fix and next steps for upper-hill plan After a technical presentation, consultants and councilors converged on a two-track approach: short-term temporary measures the developer can install for immediate water service and starting work on an 'upper-hill' pressure-plane improvement that would resolve broader low-pressure problems while staff pursue larger funding applications.

Alpine City Council is exploring five engineering options to upgrade water pressure for the new Skyway Gardens development, balancing immediate needs with long-term solutions.

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Cave Creek staff: bids received for Desert Hills water system; public briefings planned Town staff told the Water Advisory Committee that bids for the sale of the Desert Hills water system have been received and are under evaluation; an executive session is expected March 16 with a public presentation tentatively scheduled later in March.

Bids for the Desert Hills water system are in, and big decisions are on the horizon for Cave Creek—what does this mean for the community?

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Cave Creek panel outlines regional water strategies, warns of Colorado River cuts Staff told the committee the Bureau of Reclamation's post-2026 EIS scenarios could reduce CAP deliveries to Arizona and described efforts to secure Arizona Water Banking Authority credits, exchange agreements with Peoria and Surprise, and other acquisition options as contingency measures.

Cave Creek is on high alert as regional water-supply risks loom, with plans in motion to tackle potential cuts to Colorado River deliveries after 2026.

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LPC heard state water officials on HB 501; water-fee substitute expected LPC reported a briefing from drinking-water and water-quality officials on HB 501; LPC staff expect a substitute on the water-fees bill and will share it when available for member review.

LPC attendees were left with more questions than answers after state water officials discussed the upcoming water-fees bill, with a substitute on the horizon that could change everything.

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Senate adopts amendment to voluntary Colorado River Basin conservation program and passes SF84 Lawmakers broadened a voluntary water‑conservation program for Wyoming’s portion of the Colorado River Basin, adding flexibility on measurement approaches and eligibility, and passed Senate File 84 after adopting amendment #1. Sponsors said the measure legalizes recognition of conserved water and creates a rulemaking framework for the state engineer.

Wyoming just took a bold step towards sustainable water use by amending a key conservation program, paving the way for broader participation and innovative measurement methods!

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Committee advances a package of local and technical bills; roll calls recorded The State Affairs Committee moved a series of bills forward by recorded votes, including measures on public records, biosolids, derelict vessels, and several local water and special-district bills. Most were reported favorably; a few drew opposition from specific local stakeholders.

Florida's State Affairs Committee has advanced a sweeping package of 18 bills, tackling everything from public records to local water regulations, sparking both support and controversy!

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House passes 40‑year water planning proposal after debate on developer responsibilities Second Substitute House Bill 439 passed the House 59–8; sponsor said it requires a state water‑engineer template for 40‑year plans so municipalities, counties and special districts coordinate water for development.

Utah's House just passed a pivotal water planning bill aimed at securing the future of development, but will it create more disputes between cities and developers?

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Lampasas staff says Stillhouse Hollow remains primary supply; alternative-source study due in March City staff told the council that treated water from Stillhouse Hollow Lake remains Lampasas’s principal long-term supply and that Jones & Associates has completed an alternative water-supply study to be presented in March outlining supplemental options, including regional alliance proposals and aquifer storage ideas.

Lampasas City Council is gearing up for a critical March meeting that could redefine the future of the city's water supply, with exciting new options on the horizon!

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Caldwell County candidates say they will oppose Charlotte-Mecklenburg's Catawba River transfer request In a forum Q&A, county and commissioner candidates described ongoing litigation and regional coordination to oppose a proposed Charlotte-Mecklenburg interbasin transfer that candidates said could remove millions of gallons per day from the Catawba River and affect Caldwell County reservoirs.

Caldwell County candidates are rallying together to combat a potential 30 million gallon per day water withdrawal from the Catawba River that threatens local reservoirs and water reliability.

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Engineer details watershed-model calibration and validation using Navarro River data At a technical briefing, engineer Akash Rasher explained how the team's LSPC watershed models were calibrated and validated, citing calibration years 2018–2023 and validation years 2005–2017 for the Navarro River watershed and noting vetted metrics fell mostly in a 'very good' category.

Discover how engineer Akash Rasher's team achieved 'very good' calibration and validation of watershed models using the Navarro River data, ensuring accuracy for future scenarios.

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Northwest Colorado COG urges vigilance on data-center bills, stresses local water authority Kristen Green of Northwest Colorado Council of Governments briefed the Pitkin County commissioners on QQ’s work and urged vigilance at the state level, warning draft data-center incentives could undercut local 10-41 authority and fail to ensure independent water‑supply reviews.

Kristen Green warns that proposed data-center incentives could jeopardize local water authority and transparency in Pitkin County—are we ready for the implications?

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