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”

By Kam Bezdek, Legislative Affairs Director at NCWA Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California State Budget on June 29, authorizing $351.7 billion in state spending for FY 2026-27. In his public announcement, Governor Newsom noted that this year’s budget “is balanced, structurally sound, and leaves no projected deficit this fiscal year or next, all while preserving historic reserves … Continue reading “California Budget Highlights FY 2026-2027”