On October 23, 2024 an MOU was signed to improve communications between agencies, enhance flood protection, create and protect habitat for fish and wildlife, increase long-term health for farms and communities. Federal and State of California government agencies, overseeing water, agriculture, fish and wildlife, public lands and flood control, have entered into a Memorandum of … Continue reading “Sacramento River Basin Floodplains at the Heart of Landmark Agreement”

By David Guy, NCWA and Darren Cordova, MBK Engineers There have been significant efforts over the past several years to update and modernize California’s water rights system to adapt to an uncertain climate and address many of the challenges we have seen as the water rights priority system has been tested over the past decade. … Continue reading “A Modernizing Water Management System in California”

November 2024 General Election Statewide Ballot Measures By Ivy Brittain, NCWA Legislative Affairs Director During the March 5 Primary Election earlier this year, voters were presented with only one statewide proposition on their ballots—Proposition 1. Proposition 1, highly championed by Governor Newsom, amends California’s Mental Health Services Act and creates a $6.38 billion general obligation … Continue reading “What’s on the Ballot?”

Guest Author: Elliott Bochstein, Rural Community Assistance Corporation For nearly 50 years, the Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) has been a vital partner in securing reliable water access and sustainable solutions for rural communities across Northern California and 13 western states. RCAC addresses critical needs in both drinking water and wastewater systems, providing technical assistance, training, … Continue reading “Rural Community Assistance Corporation Helps Olivehurst Protect Its Water Future”