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ACWA’s eNews is a weekly roundup of California water news and events. USDA Designates California a Drought Disaster AreaNearly all farmers and ranchers in California are now eligible to apply for low-interest emergency loans because the U.S. Department of Agriculture has declared the state a drought disaster area. Agricultural operators in all California counties except for San Francisco can now apply for USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) emergency loans. The maximum loan amount is $500,000. For application deadlines and to locate an FSA office, go to www.usda.gov/ca. ACWA Fall Conference Headliner Examines “Chlorine Revolution”Author Michael J. McGuire, who wrote a book on the American public water system’s conquest over waterborne diseases, will deliver the keynote address at the Thursday luncheon at ACWA’s Fall Conference & Exhibition in Los Angeles Dec. 3 – 6, ACWA has announced. Deadline Extended to Sept. 13 for Emissary Award NominationsACWA members considering a nomination for this year’s Emissary Award have a few more days to submit. The deadline to nominate deserving individuals for the award has been extended to Friday, Sept. 13 in response to requests for additional time. Established in 2006, the annual Emissary Award recognizes individual ACWA member volunteers who have made outstanding contributions through their participation in ACWA. Satellite Captures Stunning Images of Rim FireThe Rim Fire burning inside Yosemite National Park and near Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is so big that it’s easily seen from space. Landsat satellite imagery from NASA and the U.S. Geologic Survey shows how the wildfire has scarred an area equivalent to 368 square miles, more than 15 times the land area of Manhattan Island. The fire is 80% contained. AB 145 Held in Senate Appropriations CommitteeThe Senate Appropriations Committee today held ACWA-opposed AB 145 in committee. AB 145 (Perea) would move the entire state drinking water program from the Department of Public Health to the State Water Resources Control Board. Throughout the year, ACWA and its coalition partner have suggested amendments that would allow the association to remove its opposition. The author has not opted to accept the amendments. Public Meeting to Examine California’s Water SituationThe California Water Commission and the California State Board of Food and Agriculture will hear about the state’s water situation from top water leaders during a joint meeting scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Sacramento.
Energy and Water Nexus Summit 2Thu, 09/12/2013 – 9:00am – 4:00pm Location: Aquarium of the Bay, Pier 39, San Francisco Building on the conversation started last year at the first Energy and Water Nexus Summit, the Second Summit will be an all-day event, exploring the developments, challenges, innovations and considerations around energy and water in Northern California. The session is sponsored by the Bay Planning Coalition and co-sponsored by ACWA and other organizations. Topics of discussion will include: Water and Energy needs for food production, processing and transport
ACWA Region 9 Tour and Program, 9/13 – Highland, CAFri, 09/13/2013 – 8:00am – 2:30pm Location: Highland, CA THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSE! ACWA Region 9 Tour & Program Friday, September 13, 2013• 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. East Valley Water District 3654 Highland Avenue, Highland, CA
Workshop on the New Aquatic Weed Permit — San DiegoWed, 09/18/2013 – 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: San Diego County Water, Kearny Mesa Headquarters, 4677 Overland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123 Geared for those who use aquatic pesticides to manage aquatic weeds or algae in flowing waters or impoundments in either an agricultural or urban water supply systems. This workshop outlines the requirement of a new aquatic weed permit. Topics include whether an agency needs a permit, approved aquatic pesticides, how to file a notice of intent, sampling & analysis and other requirements. Registration and Event Information ACWA Communications Committee MeetingWed, 09/18/2013 – 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: ACWA Board Room, 910 K Street, Sacramento The ACWA Communications Committee will meet Sept. 18, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ACWA Board room, 910 K Street, Suite 100 in Sacramento. Agenda and details will be available soon. Steve Hall Fierce Competitor Golf TournamentFri, 09/20/2013 – 8:30am – 4:00pm Location: DarkHorse Golf Club, 24150 Darkhorse Drive, Auburn, CA 95602 This annual tournament in honor of former ACWA Executive Director Steve Hall will take place at DarkHorse Golf Club (24150 Darkhorse Drive, Auburn, CA 95602). DarkHorse was Steve’s favorite golf course and where he hit his first and only hole in one. Tournament entry forms are due Aug. 30, 2013. Registration Open! ACWA Region 5 Tour & Program, 9/22-9/23 – Carmel-by-the-Sea, CASun, 09/22/2013 – Mon, 09/23/2013 Location: Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA REGISTRATION OPEN! Water Reliability: September 22 & 23
Workshop on the New Aquatic Weed Permit — WoodlandTue, 09/24/2013 – 10:00am – 2:00pm Location: Yolo County Farm Bureau 69 West Kentucky Avenue, Woodland, CA 95776 Geared for those who use aquatic pesticides to manage aquatic weeds or algae in flowing waters or impoundments in either an agricultural or urban water supply systems. This workshop outlines the requirement of a new aquatic weed permit. Topics include whether an agency needs a permit, approved aquatic pesticides, how to file a notice of intent, sampling & analysis and other requirements.
Registration and Event Information North Coast Resource Partnership ConferenceWed, 10/02/2013 – Fri, 10/04/2013 Location: River Lodge Conference Center, Fortuna The North Coast Conference will provide a forum to address the Region’s most pressing water, economic and energy resource issues. The conference will feature the accomplishments of the North Coast Integrated Regional Water Management Plan’s projects; bring together a broad spectrum of the North Coast community to learn about new legislation, policy and funding opportunities; and discuss innovative strategies to enhance the future of the region.
29th Biennial Groundwater Conference & 22nd Groundwater Resources Association Annual MeetingTue, 10/08/2013 – Wed, 10/09/2013 Location: Red Lion/Woodlake Conference Center Hotel, Sacramento GROUNDWATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION
October 8-9, 2013 Co-Sponsors: AMEC | West Yost Associates
The Delta and Bay Delta Conservation Plans and Northern California WaterThu, 10/17/2013 – 5:00pm – 7:30pm Location: McConnell Foundation’s Lema Ranch; 800 Shasta View Drive, Redding An educational forum to provide the public an interactive opportunity to refine its understanding of California’s water supply, the varied pressures of conflicting use, and the future of California water. Southern California Water Committee 29th Annual Meeting and DinnerThu, 10/24/2013 – 5:30pm – 9:00pm Location: Pacific Palms Hotel & Conference Center, One Industry Hills Parkway, City of Industry, CA 91744
5:30pm – Cocktail Reception Ticket and Sponsorship information here.
ACWA 2013 Fall Conference & ExhibitionTue, 12/03/2013 – Fri, 12/06/2013 Location: JW Marriott LA Live, Los Angeles Event and Registration Information Exhibit Booth information is available here. |
