The Governor’s January Budget forecasts General Fund revenues will be $29.5 billion lower than at the 2022 Budget Act projections, and California now faces an estimated budget gap of $22.5 billion in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24. Governor Newsom proposes using the bulk of the recent surplus to boost the state’s budget reserves and pay down … Continue reading “Governor’s January Budget Overview”

By David Guy We are living in an interesting moment in California, as we are simultaneously watching a serious flood emergency (see President Biden’s emergency declaration here) while preparing for a dry year and operating under the Governor’s drought proclamations and orders. This seems like a paradox, but it instead reveals the nature of California, … Continue reading “A Paradoxical Moment in California Water Policy: The Time for Action”

By David Guy As we all gather with family and friends for the holidays, this is a nice time of the year to reflect on what is essential in our lives. The past several years have revealed many vulnerabilities in our society as we have all come to a deeper appreciation for both our health … Continue reading “What is Essential: Thinking about Population Health and Wellness in Our Communities”

On December 21, 2022, NCWA’s Director of Water Quality, Bruce Houdesheldt, became the 58th Mayor in the City Roseville’s 113-year history. Since before Roseville’s incorporation in 1909 it has had a long history of  proactive and comprehensive water resource planning  to maintain the quality, reliable services customers have grown to expect. Houdesheldt brings to the position … Continue reading “Bruce Houdesheldt Becomes Mayor of Roseville”