Assemblymember Heather Hadwick Representing District 1 including Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou counties. In this Q&A, Assemblymember Heather Hadwick reflects on the water challenges and opportunities facing rural Northern California. Drawing on her experience as a farmer and former emergency management professional, she highlights the importance of local … Continue reading “NCWA Legislator Spotlight: Assemblymember Heather Hadwick”

This article was first published in Maven’s Notebook on July 23, 2026. By David Guy and Jim Peifer Groundwater recharge is one of the most important and affordable tools available to help California prepare for dry years, improve water supply reliability and support healthy rivers, landscapes and communities. During winter storms, millions of acre-feet of water … Continue reading “Advancing Groundwater Recharge in the Sacramento River Basin: A Strong Technical Foundation”

The Northern California Water Association (NCWA) is excited to welcome Venus Tennell as our new Association Coordinator. Venus will be replacing Danyella Ochoa, who after 17 years at NCWA has joined the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA). Venus brings more than 15 years of experience in executive administration, human resources, office management, and organizational … Continue reading “NCWA Welcomes New Association Coordinator”

California’s rivers support our communities, farms, fish and wildlife. As pressures on native fish populations continue, finding solutions that improve river health while supporting California’s people and economy has never been more important. California Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot shares why he believes the Healthy Rivers and Landscapes program offers a meaningful path forward. Healthy Rivers and … Continue reading “Wade Crowfoot Says The Time is Now: Healthy Rivers and Landscapes”