Monday, October 10, 2011

News articles and links from Oct. 10, 2011

Water supply

Water wars don't have to happen

Editorial

From Chico-Enterprise Record - Monday, Oct. 10, 2011

Coalition response...The need to increase storage to offset future drought years is imperative to secure a reliable water future for California. While this year's water conditions have generally moved water stories off the front page of most newspapers, the need to resolve the conflict surrounding environmental restrictions on water deliveries is just as important as during recent years of drought. These regulations continue to impact water deliveries from the Delta. Despite the high levels of pumping this year, "3 million acre-feet of water flowed to the sea in just 10 days" as recognized by the editorial. Meanwhile, State and federal public water agencies continue to see their deliveries reduced because of ongoing environmental restrictions.

Yes, adding more storage to our state is important, as is continued conservation. Just as important is a resolution to environmental regulations that take water away from food production and 25 million Californians.

WATER SUPPLY

California Water Commission to meet on October 19

Announcement

From Aquafornia - Monday, Oct. 10, 2011

DELTA

Lode water officials critical of Delta restoration proposals

Story

FromThe Record - Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011

GROUNDWATER QUALITY

Groundwater had elevated levels of contaminants in Ventura County areas

Story

From Ventura County Star - Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011

LEGISLATURE

Governor signs Huffman bill providing win-win for coastal salmon and vineyards

Press release

From Aquafornia - Monday, Oct. 10, 2011

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