ACWA eNews for August 10, 2016

ACWA eNews for Aug. 10, 2016

ACWA’s eNews is a weekly roundup of California water news and events.

Sept. 1 Deadline Approaches to Honor ACWA’s Best and Brightest

Submitted by Pamela Martineau on Wed, 08/10/2016 – 3:41pm

Looking for an opportunity to honor those unsung heroes who work tirelessly for the good of ACWA? Or has your agency launched an innovative communications program that deserves broader recognition? If so, Sept. 1 is a date to track.

The deadline for two of ACWA’s prestigious awards – the Huell Howser’s Best in Blue Award and the ACWA Emissary Award – is Sept. 1. Both awards will be presented at ACWA’s Fall Conference & Exhibition in Anaheim Nov. 29-Dec. 2.

Donner Lake to Receive First Water Exchange Under New Agreement

Submitted by Pamela Martineau on Tue, 08/09/2016 – 5:15pm

In an effort to maintain higher water levels at Donner Lake through August, a series of water exchange transactions will begin under the Truckee River Operating Agreement crafted in December 2015.

The TROA provides new mechanisms for federal, states (California and Nevada), tribal and local agencies to address challenging water management issues.  This week, parties to the TROA agreed to the Donner Lake effort.

Environmental Groups Seek Emergency Regulations to Prevent Smelt Extinction

Submitted by Lisa Lien-Mager on Tue, 08/09/2016 – 4:53pm

Saying current Delta diversions threaten irreparable harm to the public trust, three environmental groups have asked the State Water Resources Control Board to adopt emergency regulations to prevent extinction of the Delta smelt.

New PPIC Report Recommends Reforms to State’s Water Management

Submitted by Emily Allshouse on Tue, 08/09/2016 – 3:11pm

The Public Policy Institute of California has released a new report, titled “Accounting for California’s Water,” with 12 specific recommendations aimed at improving the way the state tracks water resources.

According to the PPIC, its recommendations are based on best practices in 11 other states, Australia and Spain.  Recommendations address a range of issues including improving and standardizing water data collection and transparency, streamlining water rights, clarifying environmental requirements and expanding water transfers.

Toxic Algae Warning Issued for San Luis Reservoir and O’Neill Forebay

Submitted by Emily Allshouse on Thu, 08/04/2016 – 12:12pm

The Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board and California State Parks Thursday issued a warning for San Luis Reservoir and O’Neill Forebay due to potential health risks associated with toxic blue-green algae.

Water sampling results at San Luis Reservoir’s Dinosaur Point Boat Ramp showed the highest level of toxic algae, but O’Neill Forebay and the North Beach Swim area also have been impacted.  Health advisories are now posted at those sites urging people and pets to avoid contact with the water.

ACWA Seeks Candidates to Fill Region 1 Board Vacancy

Submitted by Pamela Martineau on Mon, 08/01/2016 – 12:20pm

ACWA is seeking interested candidates to fill a vacancy on its Region 1 Board for the 2016-’17 term. Members of the Region 1 Board determine the direction and focus of region issues and activities, support the fulfillment of ACWA’s goals and play an integral role in the leadership of the association as a whole.

The deadline to apply is August 31.

Legislative Proposals Due Sept. 2

Submitted by Pamela Martineau on Wed, 06/01/2016 – 2:49pm

The ACWA State Relations Department is accepting legislative proposals from member agencies for the first year of the 2017-‘18 legislative session. The State Legislative Committee will review final legislative proposals at its upcoming annual planning meeting on Oct. 21 in Sacramento.

Informational Fair on Water Right Measurement and Reporting

Mon, 08/22/2016 – 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location:

Cal/EPA Building, 1001, I St., Sacramento

The State Water Resources Control Board is scheduled to host an informational fair Aug. 22 to help facilitate compliance with recently adopted measurement and reporting requirements.

WATER USE REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS

California Financing Coordinating Committee Funding Fair

Tue, 08/23/2016
Location:

Los Angeles County Department of Public Works 900 South Fremont Avenue Alhambra, CA 91803

CFCC agencies fund primarily the
following types of infrastructure
projects:

  • Drinking water
  • Water conservation
  • Wastewater Water use efficiency
  • Water quality Energy efficiency
  • Water supply Flood management

Some of the participating agencies also fund other types of
infrastructure projects including streets and highways, emergency
response vehicles, solid waste, and community facilities.

INFORMATION

ACWA Region 3 Program – Placerville, CA

Fri, 09/09/2016
Location:

El Dorado Irrigation District

ACWA Region 3 Program

Impacts of Long-Term Water Conservation

Friday, September 9, 2016

9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

El Dorado Irrigation District

2890 Mosquito Road

Placerville, CA 95667

REGISTER HERE

SCE 2016 Annual Water Conference

Tue, 09/13/2016 – Wed, 09/14/2016
Location:

SCE Energy Education Center, Irwindale

Southern California Edison will host its 23rd Annual Water Conference Sept. 13-14, 2016 at the Energy Education Center in Irwindale, CA.

The two-day conference focuses on California’s current water situation and efforts underway to advance energy, water and state policy.

Guest speakers include ACWA President Kathleen Tiegs and other distinguished representatives from Southern California’s largest municipal water provider and industry experts specializing in programs, policies and technologies in the water-energy nexus.

INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

California Financing Coordinating Committee Funding Fair

Wed, 09/14/2016
Location:

UC Merced Small Business Development Center 550 E. Shaw Avenue Fresno, CA 93710

CFCC agencies fund primarily the
following types of infrastructure
projects:

  • Drinking water
  • Water conservation
  • Wastewater Water use efficiency
  • Water quality Energy efficiency
  • Water supply Flood management

Some of the participating agencies also fund other types of
infrastructure projects including streets and highways, emergency
response vehicles, solid waste, and community facilities.

INFORMATION

ACWA 2016 Continuing Legal Education for Water Professionals

Thu, 09/15/2016 – Fri, 09/16/2016
Location:

San Diego, CA

ACWA’s 2016 Continuing Legal Education will take place September 15-16, 2016 at the Bahia Resort Hotel in San Diego.

Online Registration & cancellation deadline is September 1, 2016 – 4:30 p.m. (PST)

 

IMPORTANT LINKS:

ONLINE REGISTRATION

ACWA Region 5 Hosted Agricultural Program & Tour

Sun, 09/18/2016 – Mon, 09/19/2016
Location:

7995 Bruns Road, Byron, CA 94515

REGISTRATION OPEN!

ACWA Region 5 Hosted

Agricultural Program & Tour

September 18 & 19, 2016

Start & End Location:

Byron Bethany Irrigation District

7995 Bruns Rd., Byron, CA 94515

REGISTER HERE

2016 Steve Hall Fierce Competitor Golf Tournament

Fri, 09/23/2016 – 8:30am – 3:00pm
Location:

DarkHorse Golf Club, Auburn, CA

The 6th Annual Steve Hall Fierce Competitor Golf Tournament is set for September 23, 2016.

Have fun with great friends and help raise funds for the Stephen K. Hall ACWA Water Law & Policy Scholarship and for ALS research.

Online Registration & cancellation deadline is September 16, 2016 – 4:30 p.m. (PST)

 

IMPORTANT LINKS:

ONLINE REGISTRATION

ACWA 2016 Regulatory Summit

Mon, 10/03/2016 – Tue, 10/04/2016
Location:

Sacramento, CA

ACWA’s 2016 Regulatory Summit will take place October 3-4, 2016 in Sacramento.

Online Registration & cancellation deadline is September 26, 2016 – 4:30 p.m. (PST)

 

IMPORTANT LINKS:

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Water Education Foundation Groundwater Tour

Wed, 10/05/2016 – 7:30am – Thu, 10/06/2016 – 6:00pm
Location:

Tour leaves from Sacramento Metropolitan Airport

The Water Education Foundation is sponsoring this 2-day, 1-night tour that travels from the Sacramento region to rural Capay Valley to view sites that explore groundwater, a key resource in California.
EVENT BRITE REGISTRATION

Northern California Tour 2016

Wed, 10/19/2016 – 7:30am – Fri, 10/21/2016 – 6:00pm
Location:

Tour begins at the Sacramento International Airport

Sponsored by the Water Education Foundation this field trip covers the Sacramento River and its tributaries. All together, they supply 35% of California’s water and feed into two major projects: The State Water Project and the federal Central Valley Project.

BUY TICKETS ON EVENTBRITE

SCE 2016 Annual Water Conference

Thu, 11/03/2016
Location:

Energy Education Center – Tulare

Southern California Edison will host its Annual Water Conference Nov. 3, 2016 at the Energy Education Center in Tulare.

The conference focuses on California’s current water situation and efforts underway to advance energy, water and state policy.

Guest speakers include ACWA President Kathleen Tiegs and other distinguished representatives.

Registration opens Sept. 22.

INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

SAVE THE DATE! ACWA Region 4 Program & Walking Tour

Mon, 11/07/2016
Location:

Winters, CA

SAVE THE DATE

ACWA Region 4 Program and Tour

Monday, November 7, 2016

9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Winters Community Center

201 Railroad Avenue

Winters, CA 95694

ACWA 2016 Fall Conference & Exhibition

Tue, 11/29/2016 – Fri, 12/02/2016
Location:

Anaheim Marriott Hotel

FRAUDULENT HOUSING ALERT!

ALERT!  Please be advised that companies called Exhibition Management and Travel Era have been contacting ACWA exhibitors implying that they have been contracted by ACWA to handle all exhibitor housing.  ACWA has NOT contracted with this company and any information provided to them may be used for fraudulent purposes. 

ACWA’s 2016 Fall Conference & Exhibition is set for November 29-December 2, 2016, at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel in Anaheim.

ONLINE REGISTRATION
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