$17,666,945 awaiting Approvals for implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)

SISKIYOU COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING

February 20, 2024

The information provided outlines a series of approvals for grants and contracts related to the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) in California. SGMA, enacted in 2014, is a legislative act aimed at ensuring better management and use of groundwater resources in California, which has faced significant water scarcity and groundwater depletion issues. The act requires local groundwater sustainability agencies (GSAs) to develop and implement Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSPs) to achieve sustainable groundwater management. The approvals mentioned are for agreements and contracts in three specific groundwater basins: Butte Valley, Scott Valley, and Shasta Valley. Here’s a breakdown of what each approval entails:

These approvals are crucial steps in advancing the goals of SGMA, aiming to ensure the long-term sustainability of groundwater resources in these basins. By securing funding and expert services, these actions support the development and implementation of comprehensive groundwater sustainability plans, addressing issues such as groundwater depletion, subsidence, and ensuring water availability for future generations.

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