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California Water News
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Reclamation to close the Delta cross channel gates
Temporary closure is needed to maintain minimum flow requirements for fish protection in the Bay-Delta, and to help prevent salmon from being diverted from their migratory route.
U.S. Department of the Interior, November 26
It’s official: California storm didn’t cure the drought
Storms that hovered over California this week haven’t made much of a dent to the status of California’s drought.
Placer Water acting on King Fire watershed slide concerns
The Forest Service and others are working to protect watersheds from sediment and erosion.
Auburn Journal, December 3
Texan tries to figure out California water law, with mixed results (VIDEO)
As Central Valley Republican rep David Valadao attempted to pass a new emergency drought bill in the Congress, his colleagues struggled with the discussion. See House Rules Committee video starting at 3:08:14.
San Francisco Gate Politics Blog, December 4
A historic step toward replenishing groundwater
EBMUD-San Joaquin agreement an important first step for northern San Joaquin County groundwater.
Lodi News-Sentinel editorial, December 6
Emergency drought bill deserves to die*
Last-minute, hearing-free bill would favor Valley agricultural interests while leaving all others out of the discussion.
Sacramento Bee editorial, December 6
Calaveras County Water News
Expansions will include outdoor as well as additional indoor savings, allowing ratepayers to claim up to $150.
Calaveras Enterprise, December 5
La Contenta lawsuit against CCWD may be headed for settlement
Golf course and water agency working out their differences, aided by legislation allowing broader use of treated wastewater.
Calaveras Enterprise, December 9
CPUD study less costly than expected
Water agency working on alternative water supplies for Mokelumne Hill.
