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Senators Feinstein and Daines Issue Letter Regarding Comprehensive Energy Legislation

In a letter to select Chairmen and Ranking Members on October 3, 2016, Senator Dianne Feinstein and Steve Daines expressed their thoughts on comprehensive energy legislation currently in conference negotiations. The letter discusses the Senators’ common priorities and urges strong reforms needed to improve forest health and addresses challenges currently impeding restoration efforts. Click here to read […]

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CASA Issues Member Alert on Potential Changes to How Agency Charges Connection Fees

  October 5, 2016 New Law Could Require Changes in How Your Agency Charges Connection Fees On September 27, Governor Brown signed SB 1069 by Senator Bob Wieckowski into law. This bill takes effect January 1, 2017, and could affect how CASA member agencies charge water and wastewater connection fees for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).  An […]

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Egeria Densa, Curlyleaf Pondweed Control Treatments for October 3 Through October 7, 2016

Submersed Aquatic Vegetation Control Program CA State Parks, Division of Boating and Waterways Egeria Densa, Curlyleaf  Pondweed Treatment for October 3 thru October 7, 2016 View Larger Image “Treatment sites and schedules are subject to change based on regulatory requirements, weather conditions, plant growth and movement, waterway traffic, listed fish presence surveys, and other conditions.” […]

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Association of Pacific Ports Newsletter – September 28, 2016

THE PACIFIC CURRENT September 28, 2016 New confirmed speakers have been announced for APP’s November 3rd seminar in Portland, “Rail Transportation at Ports: Staying on Track for Safety, Efficiency, and Sustainability.” Keep reading for more details! Be sure to register by October 6 to save $50! And be sure to read on to learn about executive […]

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WATCH: Prop 53 is dangerous

No on Prop 53 has launched their first TV ads today, featuring firefighters throughout the state. More than 250 public safety, local government, family farmers, business, labor and environmental leaders have joined in opposition against Prop 53, including the Bay Planning Coalition. Prop 53 allows residents in faraway regions — like San Diego or LA […]

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SFBJV Bulletin for September 21, 2016

            THE BULLETIN              timely news from the SFBJV September 21, 2016 Photo from Restore America’s Estuaries – register for their December Summit in New Orleans here. Celebrating National Estuaries week and the release of the Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan (CCMP) National Estuaries Week is happening right now, and that […]

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Water Board Notices for Clean Water Act Sections 305(b) and 303(d)

Click here to view the Notice of Opportunity for Public Comment, Notice of Public Meeting and Workshop, and Notice of Public Hearing concerning proposed revisions to the 303(d) List of Impaired Water Bodies and consideration of an Integrated Assessment Report for the Central Valley Region. The Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (Central Valley […]

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