More California Water News

In California water news today, Capitol Hill talks on drought bill dry up, to resume next year; A glimmer of hope for winter rain and snow; UC Davis notes the obvious: Water can’t be stored if it’s not there in the first place; State Senate hearing focuses on streamlining groundwater rights disputes, and more …   In the news today … Capitol Hill talks on drought bill dry up, to resume next year: “Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California... Read More

Shaping water storage in California

With the continuation of California’s historic drought and the recent passage of Proposition 1, the potential value of additional water storage in the state is an area of vigorous discussion. In a new study released today, we look at the different roles of storage in California’s integrated water system and evaluate storage capacity expansion from what we call a “system analysis approach.” This approach emphasizes how new storage projects,... Read More

Amador County General Plan Update News

See attached for the REVISED NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR THE AMADOR COUNTY DRAFT GENERAL PLAN (COMMENT PERIOD HAS BEEN EXTENDED AND AN ADDITIONAL MEETING SCHEDULED) NOTE:  On November 10, 2014, the Board of Supervisors approved an extended public comment period and scheduled an additional joint meeting for public comment.  — Amador County Planning Department 810 Court Street... Read More

Depleting the water…

If you didn’t see the great show on CBS 60 Minutes tonight, “Depleting the Water”, here is the 14-minute video clip: http://www.cbs.com/shows/60_minutes/video/PR_v0fXTS1R3wlKACM_XcSCPJJW5SiCx/depleting-the-water/   There are a couple minutes of advertisements near the beginning you can’t skip… but it’s worth it to watch–or re-watch.   Groundwater pumping and depletion, worldwide… 20,000... Read More

Farmers shift to permanent crops, despite water uncertainty

By Alex Breitler Record Staff Writer Posted Nov. 15, 2014 @ 8:00 pm Updated Nov 15, 2014 at 10:45 PM LINDEN — In the very place where the verdant Valley meets the dry, rolling foothills, longtime farmer Kenny Watkins climbed out of his truck one morning last week to examine an orchard of peach trees planted just last February. The trees are already taller than the farmer. “It’s virgin ground,” Watkins said. “Just unbelievable.” During... Read More

Delta supporters fear secret water legislation plan

By Michael Doyle and Mark Grossi Tribune News Service Posted Nov. 20, 2014 @ 12:01 am WASHINGTON — California’s water future is boiling below the surface this week. Only the chosen few have a clue about details. Bill documents, currently about 50 pages, are stamped “confidential draft language, do not distribute.” Capitol Hill doors are shut, congressional timetables are opaque and negotiators are strictly mum. Delta advocates feel excluded... Read More

Angels gets OK to mine data for development

Randy Starbuck was recently named director of business recruiters at Destination Angels Camp. He will be responsible for turning financial data into economic development in Angels Camp after the city council voted to approve a $100,000 Community Development Block Grant at its meeting Tuesday night. Calaveras Enterprise  Read More

REAL WATER SOLUTIONS:

REAL WATER SOLUTIONS:  FOR ALL CALIFORNIANS FOR and coalition partners release comprehensive recommendations to weather the drought While Californians can’t make it rain, federal, state, and local leaders can take immediate steps to help California weather the current drought without adding more destructive dams or diversions. Wetter or Not – Actions to Ease the Current Drought and Prepare for the Next, is a comprehensive set of recommendations... Read More

Members of Congress are manipulating the impacts of drought conditions to serve wealthy special interests

BREAKING NEWS — the long awaited so-called “drought relief” legislation that has been lingering for months in Congress is suddenly about to move at breakneck speed in the dark of night; early reports indicate it is bad for fish, bad for the Delta, bad for the environment; but good for Westlands Water District, whose General Manager canceled a long standing commitment at the last minute and is in DC at this moment trying to help shepherd the... Read More

Yosemite entry fee hikes will keep everyday people out

The Park Service is currently proposing to significantly increase Yosemite Park entrance and camping fees. Park officials are accepting public input on the proposed increases until November 20th.  Murphys resident Sander LaMont decries the proposal to increase entry fees, which will exclude families and others from the park. There’s still time to comment. Sacramento Bee Here is a link on CSERC’s website discussing the fees and where you... Read More