Water

Water

We support measures that promote management and development of water resources in ways that are beneficial to the environment and emphasize conservation and high standards of water quality appropriate for the intended use.

What do we advocate?

  • Bring groundwater sub-basins to sustainability earlier than the 40 year planning horizonwater drip cartoon character with water bottle
  • Prioritize local projects using multiple strategies to recharge groundwater
  • Require efficient water use by residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural users.
  • Coordinate water and land use planning re water supplies for new developments
  • Protect environment and local surface water supplies
  • Ensure access to safe and affordable drinking water for all Fresno County communities

 How Can You Participate?

  •  Keep informed about state and local water issues
  • Attend governmental meetings when water issues are on the agenda
  • Write a letter to the Bee
  • Attend water workshops and forums in our area, including meetings in Fresno of state water agencies

Water Reports/Articles

 

The Long Haul to Restore San Joaquin Spring-Run Chinook  October 2022

Think the Fresno region’s drought is the worst ever? Tree data will make you think again  June 2022

A Farmer’s Quest to Beat California’s Waves of Drought and Deluge - April 2022 

Kings Subbasin Builds for Drought Resilience at Record Pace - November 2021 click here

 See article on City of Fresno Water - September 2021 click here 

 

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