This document summarizes a presentation on the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan process. It provides an overview of the plan, including a recap of its development, key elements, and remaining steps. It discusses the plan's relationship to the agency's master plan and supplemental environmental impact report. The presentation outlines the plan's greenhouse gas emissions inventory, reduction targets, and strategies to lower emissions from agency operations by 2020 and 2035. It indicates the draft plan and related documents will be released for public review and comment in late 2013.
This document summarizes the process for developing the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan (CAP). It outlines the key elements of the CAP including establishing a 2009 greenhouse gas emissions baseline and reduction targets for 2020 and 2035. It also discusses integrating the CAP with the agency's energy management policy and environmental review process. The presentation concludes by noting the remaining steps to finalize and adopt the draft CAP, which will include establishing implementation and monitoring plans to achieve the stated emissions reduction targets.
The document summarizes a meeting to discuss planning for climate change impacts on water supply. Speakers will brief attendees on local climate studies showing warming trends and projections of reduced precipitation and snowpack. This could decrease water supply. Regulations like AB 32 require reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Water Authority partners with scientists and other agencies to understand climate impacts and find solutions. It incorporates climate change into long-term planning and develops strategies to diversify supply, increase storage, and promote conservation and efficiency to adapt to potential impacts.
The document discusses alternatives being considered for a water master plan, including optimizing existing facilities, imported supplies, and desalination, as well as a proposed new alternative of a Colorado River conveyance. It provides details on analyses being done to evaluate the alternatives and develop the master plan, and recommends approving contract amendments and budget increases to further study the Colorado River conveyance alternative.
The document outlines the background, goals, and process for updating the San Diego County Water Authority's 2002 Regional Water Facilities Master Plan to evaluate water demand trends and optimize existing infrastructure through 2035, including selecting a consultant team to prepare the 2012 update and establishing a schedule and budget for the project.
The document summarizes the results of a water supply master plan analysis for a water agency. It discusses near-term and long-term recommended system improvements to address untreated water conveyance constraints and potential supply shortfalls. Near-term projects include new pump stations while long-term options include a seawater desalination plant or Colorado River conveyance facility to improve supply reliability. Cost comparisons of supply options are provided, with the desalination plant expected to be more cost-effective at larger scales or longer timeframes.
This document summarizes a presentation on an updated regional water facilities master plan. It outlines near-term and long-term water supply and conveyance projects to address constraints and risks identified in supply/demand and storage utilization analyses through 2025 and beyond. Near-term projects focus on untreated water conveyance and operational flexibility. Long-term projects include a second crossover pipeline, Pipeline 6, Colorado River conveyance, and Camp Pendleton desalination. It recommends Board approval of proposed near-term projects and distribution of the initial master plan draft for review.
This document summarizes a presentation on the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan process. It provides an overview of the plan, including a recap of its development, key elements, and remaining steps. It discusses the plan's relationship to the agency's master plan and supplemental environmental impact report. The presentation outlines the plan's greenhouse gas emissions inventory, reduction targets, and strategies to lower emissions from agency operations by 2020 and 2035. It indicates the draft plan and related documents will be released for public review and comment in late 2013.
This document summarizes the process for developing the San Diego County Water Authority's Climate Action Plan (CAP). It outlines the key elements of the CAP including establishing a 2009 greenhouse gas emissions baseline and reduction targets for 2020 and 2035. It also discusses integrating the CAP with the agency's energy management policy and environmental review process. The presentation concludes by noting the remaining steps to finalize and adopt the draft CAP, which will include establishing implementation and monitoring plans to achieve the stated emissions reduction targets.
The document summarizes a meeting to discuss planning for climate change impacts on water supply. Speakers will brief attendees on local climate studies showing warming trends and projections of reduced precipitation and snowpack. This could decrease water supply. Regulations like AB 32 require reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Water Authority partners with scientists and other agencies to understand climate impacts and find solutions. It incorporates climate change into long-term planning and develops strategies to diversify supply, increase storage, and promote conservation and efficiency to adapt to potential impacts.
The document discusses alternatives being considered for a water master plan, including optimizing existing facilities, imported supplies, and desalination, as well as a proposed new alternative of a Colorado River conveyance. It provides details on analyses being done to evaluate the alternatives and develop the master plan, and recommends approving contract amendments and budget increases to further study the Colorado River conveyance alternative.
The document outlines the background, goals, and process for updating the San Diego County Water Authority's 2002 Regional Water Facilities Master Plan to evaluate water demand trends and optimize existing infrastructure through 2035, including selecting a consultant team to prepare the 2012 update and establishing a schedule and budget for the project.
The document summarizes the results of a water supply master plan analysis for a water agency. It discusses near-term and long-term recommended system improvements to address untreated water conveyance constraints and potential supply shortfalls. Near-term projects include new pump stations while long-term options include a seawater desalination plant or Colorado River conveyance facility to improve supply reliability. Cost comparisons of supply options are provided, with the desalination plant expected to be more cost-effective at larger scales or longer timeframes.
This document summarizes a presentation on an updated regional water facilities master plan. It outlines near-term and long-term water supply and conveyance projects to address constraints and risks identified in supply/demand and storage utilization analyses through 2025 and beyond. Near-term projects focus on untreated water conveyance and operational flexibility. Long-term projects include a second crossover pipeline, Pipeline 6, Colorado River conveyance, and Camp Pendleton desalination. It recommends Board approval of proposed near-term projects and distribution of the initial master plan draft for review.
This document summarizes water supply and demand projections for a water agency through 2035. It analyzes the agency's baseline supply and demand under normal weather conditions, and identifies potential supply shortages during dry years. The document evaluates the agency's existing water storage and conveyance infrastructure and identifies needs to improve system performance and reliability. Metrics and thresholds are established to determine when new infrastructure or supplies may be needed to address risks to the system from high conveyance utilization or low delivery reliability. Near-term and long-term options are considered to address identified needs and ensure a reliable water supply for the region.
This document summarizes information about California's water supply systems and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It discusses the State Water Project and Central Valley Project, which provide water to agencies throughout California from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. However, environmental regulations have reduced water exports due to impacts on endangered species. The BDCP aims to develop a habitat conservation plan and new water conveyance system to improve supply reliability and restore the Delta ecosystem. Stakeholders disagree on the best approach, with some supporting an alternative "portfolio" of smaller projects proposed by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
This document summarizes a study evaluating two alternatives to transport water supplies from the Colorado River to the San Diego region: a tunnel alignment and a pipeline corridor alignment. The tunnel alignment is estimated to cost $1.98 billion with annual operating costs of $71 million, while the pipeline corridor alignment is estimated at $2.30 billion with $132 million in annual operating costs. Both alternatives would transport the full 280,200 acre-feet per year of supplies secured in the 2003 Quantification Settlement Agreement. The study recommends including one of the alternatives in the regional water authority's master plan to diversify water sources and conveyance options.
This document summarizes Ken Weinberg's presentation on the water resources master plan. It discusses evaluating supply and demand, the role of water storage, conveyance constraints, and system performance metrics. It analyzes different project scenarios and their impacts on storage levels. The presentation recommends near-term projects to address untreated water delivery bottlenecks and reviews potential long-term supply and conveyance options. It outlines the process for selecting a preferred project list for environmental review.
This document summarizes key points from an SDCWA committee meeting regarding the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The BDCP is a habitat conservation plan that proposes new water conveyance facilities and extensive habitat restoration in the Delta. It discusses the following:
- The BDCP proposes new north Delta conveyance and over 100,000 acres of restored habitat to improve water supply reliability and protect species. It includes conservation measures, biological goals, and adaptive management.
- Alternatives to the existing BDCP proposal were discussed, including adding delta levee improvements, south of delta storage, and local water supply development.
- Concerns were raised that the 3,000 cfs tunnel option may not meet long-term
The document discusses the U.S. policy on carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). It outlines three themes of President's Climate Action Plan: mitigation through technologies like CCUS, adaptation and resilience of infrastructure, and international partnerships. It then provides details on challenges like low natural gas prices, upcoming EPA regulations and their compliance timelines, the Clean Air Act Section 111(b) and 111(d), and funding amounts for the DOE's CCUS and power systems research programs.
This document outlines the guiding objectives and planning process for a 2035 infrastructure master plan. The objectives are to optimize the existing water conveyance and treatment systems, evaluate remaining and potential new infrastructure projects, integrate future supplies like desalination, develop surface water storage strategies with agencies, and adapt to changing supply and demand conditions. The planning process will analyze scenarios of water demands, local supplies, hydrology data and climate impacts. It will identify supply shortages, conveyance impacts, costs of alternatives, and make recommendations to address shortages and increase supplies through imported water, local supplies or reservoir operations. Key stakeholders will provide input throughout the process.
This document provides an overview of groundwater management plans in Texas. It discusses the timeline and requirements for developing, adopting, and submitting management plans. Key requirements include estimating available groundwater, considering state water plans, detailing how the district will manage groundwater, and tracking progress towards goals. The document emphasizes communicating with TWDB staff and following proper procedures to help ensure approval of management plans.
Learning to Walk Before Learning to Run: First Steps Toward EPA’s Clean Pow...DNVGLEnergy
This document discusses the first steps states should take toward complying with the EPA's Clean Power Plan (CPP). It outlines key deadlines and requirements for state compliance plans, opportunities to participate in the Clean Energy Incentive Program to earn early credits, and considerations for evaluating current energy efficiency measurement and verification practices against the EPA's proposed guidelines. States are encouraged to submit initial compliance plans by September 2016 and pursue incentive programs to get a head start on meeting long-term emissions reduction targets, while utilities may need to re-examine their EM&V processes. Overall, the presentation provides an overview of initial compliance strategy options and highlights regional differences in responses to the CPP.
This document discusses Baltimore County's plan to meet water quality goals for the Chesapeake Bay and local water bodies. It outlines Baltimore County statistics on land area, population, watersheds and waterways. It then describes the county's urban stormwater strategy, which includes stream restoration projects, shoreline enhancements, stormwater management retrofits and increased street sweeping. Programmatic milestones are outlined to track progress and enhance efforts over 2 years. The document also notes nutrient and sediment reduction requirements from local TMDLs in addition to Chesapeake Bay water quality goals.
Greenhouse Gas Law and Climate Change: The Clean Air Act 2014Lauren Godshall
A review of how greenhouse gas emissions are (and are not) regulated in 2014 under the auspices of the Clean Air Act and the President Climate Action Plan, along with commentary about recent Supreme Court action; presented to the Federal Bar Association on May 7, 2014
The document summarizes a draft environmental impact report for the Delta Stewardship Council's Delta Plan. It notes that the Delta Plan was required to achieve co-equal goals of water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration. It outlines criticisms of the draft EIR, including that it does not provide a plan for water infrastructure or incorporate contingency plans if the Bay Delta Conservation Plan fails. It also summarizes regulatory policies in the Delta Plan and notes that water agency staff will submit comments on the draft EIR by February 2nd.
RS-16-154 Nolan Creek Flood Protection PlanCityofKilleen
The document discusses a Nolan Creek Flood Protection Plan grant opportunity through the Texas Water Development Board. The plan would coordinate additional monitoring stations along Nolan Creek and its tributaries, develop early warning software, and update flood hazard maps. It would position entities in the watershed to apply for other grants to fund flood mitigation projects that could increase storage capacity and water quality. The plan has regional support from Bell County WCID #6, Belton, Brazos River Authority, Harker Heights, Nolanville, and Killeen. The total cost is $462,038 with the City of Killeen's identified portion being $146,599, requiring $54,227.67 in cash and $92
The document discusses California's Cap and Trade program and funding allocations from auction proceeds. It provides an overview of programs from various state agencies that are receiving funds, including high-speed rail, transit, affordable housing and sustainable communities, energy efficiency, natural resources restoration, and more. The presentation outlines the funding amounts, eligible project types, and timelines for upcoming grant solicitations. It advises local governments to review program guidelines, identify eligible existing projects, partner with others, and understand community needs to prepare for upcoming funding opportunities.
The document provides an overview of proposed changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program as required by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. Key changes include significantly increased renewable fuel volumes, separation of volumes into four categories, new lifecycle greenhouse gas reduction thresholds, restrictions on renewable biomass feedstocks and land. The proposal outlines the new standards, methodology for assessing lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions, provisions for grandfathering existing facilities, and changes to the renewable identification number system for compliance.
Queensland's water planning process has two parts: (1) a Water Resource Plan which involves technical assessments, community consultation, and public review; and (2) a Resource Operations Plan which implements the WRP through monitoring, assessment and 10-year reviews. The WRP considers factors like hydrology, water use, climate change and environmental values.
Sarah Backhouse of Texas Water Development Board updated TAGD members on regional water planning efforts at the TAGD virtual business meeting on September 29, 2020.
This document summarizes the key points discussed at an Imported Water Committee meeting on February 23, 2012. The committee supported adopting Delta Policy Principles focused on co-equal goals of water reliability and environmental restoration. They advocated requiring a viable financing plan and firm financial commitments from water contractors to pay for Delta solutions. The committee also supported right-sizing conveyance facilities to match demand forecasts and financial commitments, and ensuring the State Water Project remains a publicly owned resource.
The document summarizes discussions from the Imported Water Committee meeting on October 24, 2013. It discusses the timeline and implementation process for the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP), including key permitting and approval milestones. It also reviews the state's evaluation of a portfolio alternative to the BDCP and the Water Authority's response. Next steps are outlined, including a special board workshop on November 14th to discuss the BDCP.
The NOP Public Scoping Meeting provided information about an upcoming Master Plan Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) and Climate Action Plan (CAP) being prepared by the San Diego County Water Authority. Attendees were asked to provide comments to help scope the PEIR's analysis of near-term infrastructure options and long-range supply options, as well as the CAP. Comments could be provided orally at the meeting or submitted in writing by May 15. The PEIR and CAP are targeted for certification and approval in February 2014.
1. The document discusses the history of the Water Authority's involvement with the Bay Delta Conservation Plan/California WaterFix and potential costs to the Water Authority.
2. The preferred project is a large infrastructure project to deliver water through the Delta and costs have increased to an estimated $14.9 billion.
3. There is uncertainty around supply benefits without an NCCP/HCP and around how costs will be allocated.
This document summarizes water supply and demand projections for a water agency through 2035. It analyzes the agency's baseline supply and demand under normal weather conditions, and identifies potential supply shortages during dry years. The document evaluates the agency's existing water storage and conveyance infrastructure and identifies needs to improve system performance and reliability. Metrics and thresholds are established to determine when new infrastructure or supplies may be needed to address risks to the system from high conveyance utilization or low delivery reliability. Near-term and long-term options are considered to address identified needs and ensure a reliable water supply for the region.
This document summarizes information about California's water supply systems and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It discusses the State Water Project and Central Valley Project, which provide water to agencies throughout California from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. However, environmental regulations have reduced water exports due to impacts on endangered species. The BDCP aims to develop a habitat conservation plan and new water conveyance system to improve supply reliability and restore the Delta ecosystem. Stakeholders disagree on the best approach, with some supporting an alternative "portfolio" of smaller projects proposed by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
This document summarizes a study evaluating two alternatives to transport water supplies from the Colorado River to the San Diego region: a tunnel alignment and a pipeline corridor alignment. The tunnel alignment is estimated to cost $1.98 billion with annual operating costs of $71 million, while the pipeline corridor alignment is estimated at $2.30 billion with $132 million in annual operating costs. Both alternatives would transport the full 280,200 acre-feet per year of supplies secured in the 2003 Quantification Settlement Agreement. The study recommends including one of the alternatives in the regional water authority's master plan to diversify water sources and conveyance options.
This document summarizes Ken Weinberg's presentation on the water resources master plan. It discusses evaluating supply and demand, the role of water storage, conveyance constraints, and system performance metrics. It analyzes different project scenarios and their impacts on storage levels. The presentation recommends near-term projects to address untreated water delivery bottlenecks and reviews potential long-term supply and conveyance options. It outlines the process for selecting a preferred project list for environmental review.
This document summarizes key points from an SDCWA committee meeting regarding the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The BDCP is a habitat conservation plan that proposes new water conveyance facilities and extensive habitat restoration in the Delta. It discusses the following:
- The BDCP proposes new north Delta conveyance and over 100,000 acres of restored habitat to improve water supply reliability and protect species. It includes conservation measures, biological goals, and adaptive management.
- Alternatives to the existing BDCP proposal were discussed, including adding delta levee improvements, south of delta storage, and local water supply development.
- Concerns were raised that the 3,000 cfs tunnel option may not meet long-term
The document discusses the U.S. policy on carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). It outlines three themes of President's Climate Action Plan: mitigation through technologies like CCUS, adaptation and resilience of infrastructure, and international partnerships. It then provides details on challenges like low natural gas prices, upcoming EPA regulations and their compliance timelines, the Clean Air Act Section 111(b) and 111(d), and funding amounts for the DOE's CCUS and power systems research programs.
This document outlines the guiding objectives and planning process for a 2035 infrastructure master plan. The objectives are to optimize the existing water conveyance and treatment systems, evaluate remaining and potential new infrastructure projects, integrate future supplies like desalination, develop surface water storage strategies with agencies, and adapt to changing supply and demand conditions. The planning process will analyze scenarios of water demands, local supplies, hydrology data and climate impacts. It will identify supply shortages, conveyance impacts, costs of alternatives, and make recommendations to address shortages and increase supplies through imported water, local supplies or reservoir operations. Key stakeholders will provide input throughout the process.
This document provides an overview of groundwater management plans in Texas. It discusses the timeline and requirements for developing, adopting, and submitting management plans. Key requirements include estimating available groundwater, considering state water plans, detailing how the district will manage groundwater, and tracking progress towards goals. The document emphasizes communicating with TWDB staff and following proper procedures to help ensure approval of management plans.
Learning to Walk Before Learning to Run: First Steps Toward EPA’s Clean Pow...DNVGLEnergy
This document discusses the first steps states should take toward complying with the EPA's Clean Power Plan (CPP). It outlines key deadlines and requirements for state compliance plans, opportunities to participate in the Clean Energy Incentive Program to earn early credits, and considerations for evaluating current energy efficiency measurement and verification practices against the EPA's proposed guidelines. States are encouraged to submit initial compliance plans by September 2016 and pursue incentive programs to get a head start on meeting long-term emissions reduction targets, while utilities may need to re-examine their EM&V processes. Overall, the presentation provides an overview of initial compliance strategy options and highlights regional differences in responses to the CPP.
This document discusses Baltimore County's plan to meet water quality goals for the Chesapeake Bay and local water bodies. It outlines Baltimore County statistics on land area, population, watersheds and waterways. It then describes the county's urban stormwater strategy, which includes stream restoration projects, shoreline enhancements, stormwater management retrofits and increased street sweeping. Programmatic milestones are outlined to track progress and enhance efforts over 2 years. The document also notes nutrient and sediment reduction requirements from local TMDLs in addition to Chesapeake Bay water quality goals.
Greenhouse Gas Law and Climate Change: The Clean Air Act 2014Lauren Godshall
A review of how greenhouse gas emissions are (and are not) regulated in 2014 under the auspices of the Clean Air Act and the President Climate Action Plan, along with commentary about recent Supreme Court action; presented to the Federal Bar Association on May 7, 2014
The document summarizes a draft environmental impact report for the Delta Stewardship Council's Delta Plan. It notes that the Delta Plan was required to achieve co-equal goals of water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration. It outlines criticisms of the draft EIR, including that it does not provide a plan for water infrastructure or incorporate contingency plans if the Bay Delta Conservation Plan fails. It also summarizes regulatory policies in the Delta Plan and notes that water agency staff will submit comments on the draft EIR by February 2nd.
RS-16-154 Nolan Creek Flood Protection PlanCityofKilleen
The document discusses a Nolan Creek Flood Protection Plan grant opportunity through the Texas Water Development Board. The plan would coordinate additional monitoring stations along Nolan Creek and its tributaries, develop early warning software, and update flood hazard maps. It would position entities in the watershed to apply for other grants to fund flood mitigation projects that could increase storage capacity and water quality. The plan has regional support from Bell County WCID #6, Belton, Brazos River Authority, Harker Heights, Nolanville, and Killeen. The total cost is $462,038 with the City of Killeen's identified portion being $146,599, requiring $54,227.67 in cash and $92
The document discusses California's Cap and Trade program and funding allocations from auction proceeds. It provides an overview of programs from various state agencies that are receiving funds, including high-speed rail, transit, affordable housing and sustainable communities, energy efficiency, natural resources restoration, and more. The presentation outlines the funding amounts, eligible project types, and timelines for upcoming grant solicitations. It advises local governments to review program guidelines, identify eligible existing projects, partner with others, and understand community needs to prepare for upcoming funding opportunities.
The document provides an overview of proposed changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program as required by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. Key changes include significantly increased renewable fuel volumes, separation of volumes into four categories, new lifecycle greenhouse gas reduction thresholds, restrictions on renewable biomass feedstocks and land. The proposal outlines the new standards, methodology for assessing lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions, provisions for grandfathering existing facilities, and changes to the renewable identification number system for compliance.
Queensland's water planning process has two parts: (1) a Water Resource Plan which involves technical assessments, community consultation, and public review; and (2) a Resource Operations Plan which implements the WRP through monitoring, assessment and 10-year reviews. The WRP considers factors like hydrology, water use, climate change and environmental values.
Sarah Backhouse of Texas Water Development Board updated TAGD members on regional water planning efforts at the TAGD virtual business meeting on September 29, 2020.
This document summarizes the key points discussed at an Imported Water Committee meeting on February 23, 2012. The committee supported adopting Delta Policy Principles focused on co-equal goals of water reliability and environmental restoration. They advocated requiring a viable financing plan and firm financial commitments from water contractors to pay for Delta solutions. The committee also supported right-sizing conveyance facilities to match demand forecasts and financial commitments, and ensuring the State Water Project remains a publicly owned resource.
The document summarizes discussions from the Imported Water Committee meeting on October 24, 2013. It discusses the timeline and implementation process for the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP), including key permitting and approval milestones. It also reviews the state's evaluation of a portfolio alternative to the BDCP and the Water Authority's response. Next steps are outlined, including a special board workshop on November 14th to discuss the BDCP.
The NOP Public Scoping Meeting provided information about an upcoming Master Plan Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) and Climate Action Plan (CAP) being prepared by the San Diego County Water Authority. Attendees were asked to provide comments to help scope the PEIR's analysis of near-term infrastructure options and long-range supply options, as well as the CAP. Comments could be provided orally at the meeting or submitted in writing by May 15. The PEIR and CAP are targeted for certification and approval in February 2014.
1. The document discusses the history of the Water Authority's involvement with the Bay Delta Conservation Plan/California WaterFix and potential costs to the Water Authority.
2. The preferred project is a large infrastructure project to deliver water through the Delta and costs have increased to an estimated $14.9 billion.
3. There is uncertainty around supply benefits without an NCCP/HCP and around how costs will be allocated.
Tim Broeder
Marcie Nolan
Jo Sesodia
Bob Daniels
The Sunshine State will always experience growth, whether rapid or slow. This growth will continue to drain the cheap and easy water resources of the State. This session will provide an overview of how three local governments have completely redesigned their long range planning program to incorporate potable water issues into their comprehensive and current plans. The
determination of demand, the single utility provider structure, and the costs of these infrastructure projects will be discussed. For local planners, the need and ability to implement long range plans through collaboration between the utility engineer and the planner will be stressed.
Dead Run Segments 2/3 Stream Restoration Project Public MeetingFairfax County
This document summarizes a public meeting held on June 9, 2015 regarding a stream restoration project along Dead Run in Fairfax County, VA. The project involves restoring 800 linear feet of stream in McLean Central Park (Segment 2) and 1,500 linear feet extending to Churchill Road (Segment 3). Concerns were raised about tree loss and impacts to the park. Alternatives for reducing impacts were discussed, such as adjusting the channel size and alignments. A citizen task force was recommended to provide input on revising the design.
The document provides information about a public drop-in event to discuss water servicing alternatives for the Downsview Area in Toronto. It summarizes the following:
- The study considered alternatives to address low water pressure issues and future growth, including doing nothing, long and short transmission watermain options, and storage.
- Alternative 2A, a realigned pressure district with a long transmission watermain along Keele Street, was identified as the preferred solution due to its ability to improve water pressure over a large area, flexibility for growth, and minimal impacts and costs compared to other options.
- Upgrades to the existing Keele Pumping Station are proposed to support the recommended solution.
The document summarizes key points about the proposed governance structure of the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP):
1. BDCP proposes a substantially different institutional arrangement than what exists currently, with a centralized governance structure.
2. This new structure would include a centralized Implementation Office to oversee the program, led by a Program Manager selected by and reporting to water exporters.
3. The governance structure would grant significant authority and deference to the water exporters' interests through the Authorized Entity Group, which would have substantial decision-making power in the implementation process.
This presentation was shown at workshops on August 18 and 22, 2016.
http://www.countyplanning.us/services/grant-programs/state-capital-improvement-program/
The document discusses how climate change is impacting Department of Defense (DOD) installations and operations. It summarizes the scientific consensus on climate change trends like rising global temperatures and sea levels. It then outlines key policy drivers that require DOD to address climate change adaptation, including executive orders. The document analyzes a GAO report that found DOD has identified observed and potential climate change impacts at installations, such as damage from thawing permafrost and flooding from sea level rise and storms. However, DOD guidance for implementing climate adaptation is unclear and installations lack expertise, creating challenges. The document concludes DOD needs clearer direction and processes to ensure infrastructure projects consider climate impacts and it meets goals to assess installation vulnerabilities.
Dead Run Stream Restoration Public Meeting June 9, 2015Fairfax County
This document summarizes a public meeting held on June 9, 2015 to discuss the Dead Run Segments 2/3 Stream Restoration Project in Fairfax County, VA. The project aims to restore 1,800 linear feet of Dead Run stream through McLean Central Park and Dead Run Stream Valley Park. Key topics discussed include the project timeline and extent, responses to community issues raised, next steps including forming a citizen task force, and potential design refinements to minimize tree and canopy loss while improving water quality and habitat.
Water presentation port of corpus christijeshaml10
The document discusses water resource management strategies for the City of Corpus Christi. It provides an overview of the current water supply system, which serves nearly 500,000 residents across 18 communities. It also outlines water management strategies recommended in the 2011 regional water planning process, including expanding existing reservoirs and promoting water conservation. Finally, it discusses plans to conduct a variable salinity desalination pilot project to develop an alternative, drought-resistant water source and determine the feasibility of a full-scale desalination facility.
Hunting Creek at Fairchild MVCCA-Meeting March 7, 2018Fairfax County
This document summarizes a stream restoration project in Fairfax County, VA. The project aims to restore 1,200 feet of streams and improve water quality by reducing sediment and nutrient inputs. It will stabilize streambeds and banks, provide floodplain connectivity, and improve habitat. The presentation provides information on watershed management goals, existing stream conditions, restoration designs including typical structures, construction examples, and landscaping plans. It outlines next steps such as design reviews and permitting before anticipated construction from fall/winter 2018 to fall/winter 2019.
This document discusses a government relations program on imported water and the Bay-Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). It notes the competing interests in the Delta region involving water supply, ecosystem, and transportation. It outlines the Water Authority's analysis of the BDCP plan and environmental reviews over several years. Key questions are identified regarding project size, costs, water supply benefits for San Diego, and financial obligations. The Water Authority will continue engagement to ensure a cost-effective Delta solution that balances environmental and water supply needs and limits financial obligations proportionate to benefits received.
Philadelphia Water Department, Green City Clean Waters ProgramNew Jersey Future
This document discusses the Philadelphia Water Department's Green City, Clean Waters program to implement green stormwater infrastructure. It provides budgets, timelines, and metrics for four divisions involved: the Office of Watersheds, Planning and Research, Green Stormwater Infrastructure Implementation, and the Bureau of Laboratory Services. It summarizes the program's goals of complying with regulatory requirements through cost-effective green infrastructure instead of large grey infrastructure. It also outlines the economic, environmental, and social benefits of the program.
This document provides an overview of Florida Power & Light Company's (FPL) proposed Turkey Point Units 6 & 7 nuclear power plant project. It discusses Florida's energy policy needs that nuclear energy addresses, the regulatory review and approval process, project details including location, design features and infrastructure needs. It also outlines the economic and environmental benefits of the project including jobs, tax revenues, fuel cost savings and zero carbon emissions. The project would be the largest industrial investment in Florida's history.
This document summarizes the key requirements for groundwater conservation district management plans in Texas. It discusses the required contents of management plans, including estimates of groundwater availability, goals for efficient usage and waste prevention, objectives and standards to track progress. It also outlines the submission and approval process for management plans, noting districts should submit plans for pre-review 4-5 months before expiration and adopt at a public hearing 90 days before expiration. Contact information is provided for questions.
The document summarizes a proposed sewer project along the Connetquot River in Suffolk County. It introduces the project team and discusses Suffolk County's water quality initiatives and goals of improving surface water quality by reducing nitrogen levels. It provides details on the specific Connetquot River project, including an overview of the impacted area, projected nitrogen reductions, and preliminary timelines and cost estimates. The project aims to connect 465 parcels to sewer infrastructure to help address nitrogen pollution in local waters.
This document provides a preliminary design report for a proposed water system to service the Upper Fintry, Shalal Road, and Valley of the Sun neighbourhoods. It identifies groundwater from wells located on Lot 19 in the Fintry Delta as the preferred water source. The system will have two pressure zones, with the Valley of the Sun area serviced from a 608m reservoir and Upper Fintry serviced from a 555m pressure reducing valve. The design includes a well pump station, 405m booster station, 608m reservoir, and supply and distribution piping. The preliminary cost estimate and potential for expanding the service area are also discussed.
The document summarizes a presentation by Larry Purcell on the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) and California WaterFix. Some key points:
- The BDCP aims to modernize water delivery infrastructure in the Delta while restoring habitat through 22 conservation measures. Its goals are water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration.
- The California WaterFix is similar but without long-term permit assurances or a habitat conservation plan. It focuses only on new water delivery infrastructure and required mitigation.
- Without a habitat conservation plan/natural community conservation plan, future permitting for species could be limited and done separately, without comprehensive stabilization of water supply or mitigation costs.
- Key questions remain about how the new permitting
The City of Toronto is developing a long term water servicing strategy for the Downsview Area to provide sustainable water supply and water pressure to 2041. There is currently low water pressure in parts of the area and growth is expected, requiring infrastructure enhancements. Alternatives being considered include realigning pressure districts with new long or short transmission watermains, or booster pumping stations. Public feedback is sought on the alternatives and evaluation criteria to select a preferred option. The next steps and opportunities to provide input were outlined.
This document summarizes the Water Authority's efforts to increase the reliability of the San Diego region's water supply through diversification. It shows that the region relies heavily on imported water supplies, which face uncertainties. To address this, the Authority has pursued a variety of local supply projects including seawater desalination, water transfers, groundwater, and recycled water. Charts depict the region's historical and planned water supply portfolio mix out to 2035 as it diversifies its supplies. The document also discusses drought planning, noting California's variable precipitation and the Authority's approach to coordinating a regional response.
This document provides an update on water supply conditions and drought response activities in California:
- The northern Sierra snowpack is only 64% of normal for this time of year, reducing expected water supplies.
- The State Water Project initial allocation for 2016 is 10%, subject to change based on winter precipitation. Allocations have ranged from 5-65% in recent years.
- Local water storage levels and precipitation in the San Diego region are below normal levels due to ongoing drought conditions.
- Water use reductions under the state's emergency regulation have ranged from 2-13% across different local water agencies from June-October 2015. The state may extend mandatory conservation measures into 2016 if drought persists.
The document provides an update on water supply conditions and drought response activities from Dana Friehauf, Water Resources Manager. It includes information on precipitation levels in the Northern Sierra being at 95% of normal, snowpack levels being at 95% of normal, storage levels in Lake Oroville being at 51% of capacity and 74% of average, cumulative potable water use from June 2015-January 2016 being 23% lower than 2013, the outlook for March-May precipitation, an extension and potential adjustments to the State Water Resources Control Board's emergency regulation requiring at least 8% conservation through October 2016, and a new local drought-resilient supply credit as part of the regulation.
This document provides a summary from Alexi Schnell, a Water Resources Specialist, at the August 27, 2015 Water Planning Committee meeting. It discusses current drought conditions, including a 90% chance of El Niño continuing through the winter and into early spring according to NOAA. Charts show Lake Oroville and San Luis Reservoir storage levels well below average. It also outlines updated conservation standards for member agencies and water use reductions of 29% cumulatively in June-July 2015 compared to 2013.
The presentation provides an update on drought conditions and response activities in California. It discusses declining water usage, hotter temperatures compared to previous years, compliance with mandatory conservation standards requiring a 25% reduction in water use, and updates to the state's model landscape ordinance to increase water efficiency and limit turf areas. Key points include June 2015 water use being 26% lower than June 2013, local reservoir storage being at 36% of capacity, and the updated ordinance expected to reduce water use in new homes by 20% and commercial landscapes by 35%.
The document summarizes a presentation given to the Imported Water Committee about the Bay-Delta and California WaterFix project. It provides background on efforts to address water supply reliability and ecosystem restoration in the Bay-Delta, including the formation of BDCP and transition to California WaterFix. Key differences between the projects are noted. Questions still remaining about project size, costs, financing, and impacts to local agencies like the Water Authority are identified. Next steps in the environmental review process are outlined.
This document provides background information on California's efforts to address water supply issues related to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and transport of State Water Project water. It summarizes the history of initiatives including CalFed and the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The document then outlines topics discussed at recent Metropolitan Water District board meetings regarding the BDCP/California WaterFix, including project details, costs, risks and timeline. It concludes by summarizing the key aspects and public review process for the recently released recirculated draft environmental documents.
1) The document discusses the estimated costs of the Delta conveyance facility for urban and agricultural water users in California and their capacity to pay.
2) It analyzes the potential costs to the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) under different scenarios for cost allocation between the State Water Project and Central Valley Project, ranging from $211 million to $546 million.
3) It notes that there are important financing risks still to be resolved, such as construction cost overruns, regulatory uncertainty, and whether habitat funding will be provided, that could jeopardize operating the tunnels or affect the ability to issue bonds.
1) The document discusses the financing issues around building a Delta conveyance facility, known as the BDCP.
2) It analyzes the potential costs to water contractors like MWD under different scenarios, finding their peak annual costs could range from $168 million to $378 million depending on how costs are allocated.
3) It notes a number of important financing risks still need to be resolved, including the revenue stream certainty required to issue bonds and developing credit for CVP contractors to finance their share.
The document summarizes a presentation made to the Imported Water Committee about the Draft Implementing Agreement for the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP). The Implementing Agreement describes the roles, responsibilities, and commitments for implementing the BDCP, including regulatory assurances, funding, and governance. It is required for the BDCP to receive permits as a Natural Community Conservation Plan and is a typical agreement for a Habitat Conservation Plan. Key topics covered in the presentation include regulatory assurances, funding obligations of permittees versus state/federal entities, governance structure, and decision making. Areas for public comment on the draft agreement are identified as governance, funding, regulatory assurances, adaptive management and future modifications, and water operations decision trees.
1. The BDCP is a massive infrastructure project that will be difficult to implement and costs are likely to increase.
2. How project costs are allocated among contractors and who will ultimately pay are important issues that could significantly impact water rates.
3. The San Diego County Water Authority's region has explored additional local projects that may help address supply impacts, but would come at a cost and allow more local control compared to relying on the BDCP.
This document provides an overview and agenda for an Imported Water Committee meeting regarding review of the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) documents. It summarizes prior board briefings on BDCP issues, the BDCP review process, the environmental review process for BDCP under CEQA and NEPA, and initial subject areas proposed for comment in a letter, such as governance, funding, economic analysis, and project risks. The staff recommendation is to authorize submitting a formal comment letter on the BDCP Draft EIR/EIS.
Update on Supply Conditions and Drought Response Activities
Water Planning Committee - May 28, 2015 Meeting
Presentation by: Dana Friehauf, Water Resources Manager
Approval of Shortage Management Actions in Response to MWD Supply Cutbacks and SWRCB Emergency Regulation
Special Board Meeting, May 14, 2015
Presentation by: Dana Friehauf, Water Resources Manager
The document provides an update on drought conditions and response activities in California. It summarizes:
- Snowpack levels are at 8% of normal and reservoir levels are low. The state has experienced 4 consecutive dry years.
- Urban water use is down 7% compared to the previous fiscal year, likely due to warmer temperatures and conservation efforts.
- The State Water Resources Control Board adopted emergency drought regulations in July 2014 and amended them in March 2015 requiring urban water suppliers to implement mandatory conservation measures like limited watering days.
- The Water Authority is coordinating with agencies to develop supply allocations for fiscal year 2016 in response to potential cutbacks from the Metropolitan Water District beginning July 1st.
AHMR is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed online journal created to encourage and facilitate the study of all aspects (socio-economic, political, legislative and developmental) of Human Mobility in Africa. Through the publication of original research, policy discussions and evidence research papers AHMR provides a comprehensive forum devoted exclusively to the analysis of contemporaneous trends, migration patterns and some of the most important migration-related issues.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Food safety, prepare for the unexpected - So what can be done in order to be ready to address food safety, food Consumers, food producers and manufacturers, food transporters, food businesses, food retailers can ...
UN WOD 2024 will take us on a journey of discovery through the ocean's vastness, tapping into the wisdom and expertise of global policy-makers, scientists, managers, thought leaders, and artists to awaken new depths of understanding, compassion, collaboration and commitment for the ocean and all it sustains. The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
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Combined Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported (IUU) Vessel List.Christina Parmionova
The best available, up-to-date information on all fishing and related vessels that appear on the illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing vessel lists published by Regional Fisheries Management Organisations (RFMOs) and related organisations. The aim of the site is to improve the effectiveness of the original IUU lists as a tool for a wide variety of stakeholders to better understand and combat illegal fishing and broader fisheries crime.
To date, the following regional organisations maintain or share lists of vessels that have been found to carry out or support IUU fishing within their own or adjacent convention areas and/or species of competence:
Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR)
Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT)
General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM)
Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC)
International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT)
Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC)
Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (NAFO)
North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC)
North Pacific Fisheries Commission (NPFC)
South East Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (SEAFO)
South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO)
Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)
The Combined IUU Fishing Vessel List merges all these sources into one list that provides a single reference point to identify whether a vessel is currently IUU listed. Vessels that have been IUU listed in the past and subsequently delisted (for example because of a change in ownership, or because the vessel is no longer in service) are also retained on the site, so that the site contains a full historic record of IUU listed fishing vessels.
Unlike the IUU lists published on individual RFMO websites, which may update vessel details infrequently or not at all, the Combined IUU Fishing Vessel List is kept up to date with the best available information regarding changes to vessel identity, flag state, ownership, location, and operations.
United Nations World Oceans Day 2024; June 8th " Awaken new dephts".Christina Parmionova
The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
Working with data is a challenge for many organizations. Nonprofits in particular may need to collect and analyze sensitive, incomplete, and/or biased historical data about people. In this talk, Dr. Cori Faklaris of UNC Charlotte provides an overview of current AI capabilities and weaknesses to consider when integrating current AI technologies into the data workflow. The talk is organized around three takeaways: (1) For better or sometimes worse, AI provides you with “infinite interns.” (2) Give people permission & guardrails to learn what works with these “interns” and what doesn’t. (3) Create a roadmap for adding in more AI to assist nonprofit work, along with strategies for bias mitigation.
2. Please sign a speaker card to make a
comment tonight
Written comments can be turned in today or
mailed and must be received by 5pm
January 16, 2014
Meeting guidelines and format
◦ Purpose of audio recording
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4. Master Plan Project Description/Alternatives
◦ North, West, East
◦ Common elements (Table 2-1)
Resource issues examined
◦ Not significant, no further review
◦ Not significant with mitigation
◦ Significant and unavoidable
Alternatives not considered
Other CEQA Considerations
Findings/Conclusions
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5. Types of included projects:
Initial 50 mgd Carlsbad Desalination Project
Addition of Regional Water Treatment Capacity
Addition of 100,000 AF of Carryover Storage
Expansion of Internal System Capacity
Rehabilitation of Existing Facilities
6. 1. 2013 Regional Water
Facilities Optimization
and Master Plan
Update
2. Climate Action Plan
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7. Identify potential facilities to meet regional
treated and untreated water demand and
supply projections
Optimize use of existing regional
infrastructure
Protect public health, safety and welfare by
maintaining a safe and reliable water supply
Develop facility plans that are adaptive to
changes in future conditions
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8. Project Purpose Time Frame
North County ESP Pump
Station
Meet ESP delivery requirements 2015-2020
System Isolation Valves
Improve aqueduct operations and
maintenance flexibility
2015-2025
Mission Trails Suite of
Projects
Increase untreated water conveyance to
serve South County WTPs
2015-2025
South County Intertie*
Alleviate conveyance bottleneck south of
Alvarado
2015-2016
ESP - San Vicente PS
Third Pump Drive and
Power Supply
Meet ESP and Carryover Storage
requirements
2020-2025
Pipeline 3/4 Conversion
Alleviate untreated water conveyance
constraint at MWD delivery point
2020-2025
System Storage
Provide operational storage for increased
deliveries
2020-2025
* Project may be eliminated subject to timing of Mission Trails Projects
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Initiate Planning to Refine Project Description
9. Project Purpose Time Frame
Second Crossover
Pipeline
Address untreated water delivery
constraint s/o Twin Oaks
2035+
Pipeline 6 *
Address untreated water delivery
constraint at MWD delivery point
2035+
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Beyond 2025
Project Purpose Time Frame
Colorado River
Conveyance *
Convey QSA supply through a
CWA-owned facility
2035+
Camp Pendleton
Desalination *
Address potential regional
supply shortages
2025+
Beyond 2025 – Mutually Exclusive Options to Pipeline 6
* Implementation of a project would preclude other options.
10. Near- and Mid-Term Projects
1. ESP North County Pump Stations
2. ESP San Vicente Pump Station 3rd
Pump Drive and Power Supply
3. Pipelines P3/P4 Conversion
4. Mission Trails Flow Regulatory Structure
4a. Lake Murray Control Valve
4b. South County Intertie
5. System Storage
6. System Isolation Valves (various
locations)
7. Asset Management Program (various
locations)
8. Facility Planning Studies
Potential Long-Term Projects
1. Pipeline 6
2. Second Crossover Pipeline
3. Camp Pendleton Desalination
4. Colorado River Conveyance
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11. Near- and Mid-Term Projects
1. ESP North County Pump Stations
2. ESP San Vicente Pump Station 3rd
Pump Drive and Power Supply
3. Pipelines P3/P4 Conversion
4. Mission Trails Flow Regulatory
Structure
4a. Lake Murray Control Valve
4b. South County Intertie
5. System Storage
6. System Isolation Valves (various
locations)
7. Asset Management Program (various
locations)
8. Facility Planning Studies
Potential Long-Term Projects
1. Pipeline 6
2. Second Crossover Pipeline
3. Camp Pendleton Desalination
4. Colorado River Conveyance
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12. Master Plan
Identify future facilities
and associated
emissions
Climate Action
Plan
Add new facilities to
baseline emissions
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13. Community-wide CAP vs. Government Operations CAP
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(Single purpose agency)(Multi-purpose agency)
Community Emissions
Government
Operations
Subset
14. • Inventories greenhouse gas (GHG) sources from
facilities, buildings, and fleet
• Estimates emission changes over time,
including new facilities from Master Plan
• Establishes required targets for compliance
• Identifies mitigation actions to reduce GHGs
• Documents GHG reduction measures on
feasibility, cost and implementation
• Allows for periodic updates
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15. Climate Action Plan (CAP):
• CEQA streamlining for future projects
• Can look at the “big” picture through
comprehensive analysis of cumulative impacts
• Provides broad list of possible mitigation
measures
• Possible cost savings through energy efficiency and
water conservation
• Contributes to regional sustainability goals
• Demonstrates leadership within the community
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17. Greenhouse gas emissions analysis
Biological resources incorporate
approved NCCP/HCP
Potential effects and cumulative impacts
of additional project implementation
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18. Aesthetics
Agriculture and Forest
Resources
Air Quality
Biological Resources
Cultural Resources
Geology and Soils
Greenhouse Gas
Emissions
Hazards and Hazardous
Materials
Hydrology and Water
Quality
Land Use and Planning
Mineral Resources
Noise
Population and Housing
Public Services
Recreation
Transportation/Traffic
Utilities and Service
System
Other CEQA mandated
analyses including
Alternatives, Cumulative
Effects and Growth
Inducement
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19. All environmental impacts of near- and mid-
term Master Plan facilities and CAP
components are less than significant with
program-level mitigation
Current analysis does not include any long-
term water supply or conveyance projects
undergoing feasibility studies
Additional project-specific level analysis will
occur as Master Plan projects are further
developed
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20. April 15, 2013 Notice of Preparation posted at
County Clerk’s Office; sent to
State Clearinghouse; mailed to
state, local, and member
agencies and stakeholders
April 19, 2013 Notice published in San Diego
Union Tribune
April 29, 2013 Public scoping meeting held
May 18, 2013 Public scoping period closed
21. November 22, 2013 Notice of Availability sent to
State Clearinghouse; draft Master
Plan, CAP, SPEIR mailed to state,
local, and member agencies and
interested parties
January 9, 2014 Public hearing held
January 16, 2014 Public comment period closes
Feb-Mar, 2014 Anticipated date for presenting
recommendations for
certification of Final SPEIR and
approval of the Final Master Plan
and CAP to Board of Directors
22. Water Authority Board of Directors
◦ Certify SPEIR, adopt Findings of Fact and Mitigation
Monitoring & Reporting Plan, and approve Final
Master Plan and CAP
No facility construction approvals as outcome
of process; therefore no permits required at
Program level
23. • Oral Comments:
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◦ Please do not duplicate preceding speakers
• Written Comments:
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them in tonight, or
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received by 5pm January 16, 2014
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