REPORT SUMMARY: The Science of Non-native Species in a Dynamic Delta Maven EcosystemsReports September 5, 2024The Delta is home to over 200 non-native species and is among the world’s most invaded estuaries. These species, introduced...
COMMENTARY: Failure to implement environmental laws shows what’s really in store for the endangered San Francisco Bay-Delta ecosystem Conservation organizations & coalitions CommentaryPolicy and regulation September 5, 2024By Gary Bobker, Senior Policy Director at Friends of the River, and Jon Rosenfield, Science Director at San Francisco Baykeeper...
SAN JOAQUIN RIVER RESTORATION PROGRAM to release pulse flow for salmon spawning San Joaquin River Restoration Program Ecosystems September 4, 2024From the San Joaquin River Restoration Program: Starting early morning, Tuesday, September 10, the San Joaquin River Restoration Program (Program)...
SITES AHO RULING: Procedural Ruling Regarding Evidentiary Issues, Time Limits, and Site Visit in the AHO Proceeding on the Proposed Sites Reservoir Project State Water Board ANNOUNCEMENTS September 4, 2024From the State Water Resources Control Board: This procedural ruling addresses the motions to supplement case in chief exhibits filed...
LETTER: GOP Reps say preferred alternative for Delta water project operations inappropriately prioritizes environmental goals at expense of water supplies Maven Notebook News and FeaturesWater project operations September 4, 2024In July 2024, the Bureau of Reclamation released a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the long-term operation of the...
RESTORE THE DELTA: Delta Tribal Environmental Coalition challenges legality of Delta Conveyance Project in new petition Restore the Delta CommentaryDelta Conveyance ProjectWater rights and water law September 4, 2024SWRCB urged to uphold law and protect Tribal water rights in the Delta Press release from the Delta Tribal Environmental...
DAILY DIGEST, 9/4: Delta Tribal Environmental Coalition challenges legality of Delta Conveyance Project in new petition; Calif. backs EPA’s High Court fight to keep SF water limits; Planning for resilience: Understanding the connections between forests, fire, water, and drought; Final state report doesn’t bode well for Tule Subbasin; and more … Maven Daily Digest September 4, 2024[cmtoc_table_of_contents] Several news sources featured in the Daily Digest may limit the number of articles you can access without a...
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE: Planning for resilience: Understanding the connections between forests, fire, water, and drought National Park Service Planning and managementWildfires and watersheds September 4, 2024By the National Park Service You may know Yosemite National Park for its spectacular scenery, waterfalls, granite rock faces, or...
DAILY DIGEST, 9/3: Bill to increase fines for violating water orders heads to Governor; SGMA’s groundwater costs could slash fruit and nut production, study finds; Unusually hot weather returns to the West; State dam safety programs could get new look after summer storms; and more … Maven Daily Digest September 3, 2024[cmtoc_table_of_contents] Several news sources featured in the Daily Digest may limit the number of articles you can access without a...
CAL MATTERS: Californians to face steep fines for violating water orders under new legislation Cal Matters Policy and regulation August 31, 2024Ranchers who defied a state water order were only fined about $50 each. Under new legislation headed to the governor,...
SJV WATER: State Water Board staff gives two groundwater agencies a pass, keeps Tule subbasin on hook for probation SJV Water Groundwater News August 31, 2024By Lisa McEwen, SJV Water A final report released by state Water Resources Control Board staff Friday maintains its recommendation...
SJV WATER: State Water Board needs to get up to speed on Kern’s new groundwater plan, speakers say SJV Water Groundwater News August 31, 2024By Lois Henry, SJV Water The state came to Kern County Thursday night and got an earful. Water managers, farmers,...
PRESS RELEASE: Kern subbasin groundwater sustainability agencies urge State to consider updated plan SJV water agencies Groundwater News August 31, 2024Probation recommendation based on outdated science, data The Kern Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) have responded to a draft report...
NOTICE: September 17, 2024, SGMA Public Board Hearing on Tule groundwater subbasin: Final Staff Report available State Water Board ANNOUNCEMENTSGroundwater News August 31, 2024On September 17, 2024, the State Water Board will hold a public hearing to consider designating the Tule Subbasin as...
NOTICE: Public hearing on proposed reservoir project in Sacramento Valley continues in September State Water Board ANNOUNCEMENTS August 31, 2024Sites Project Authority seeks water right for construction, storage The State Water Resources Control Board will continue a multi-day public...
