DATE: November 8, 2016
SUBJECT:
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INFORMATIONAL UPDATE ON REGIONAL WATER SUPPLIES AND ENERGY INITIATIVES BY THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Finding and securing a safe, reliable supply of water has always been a challenge in the American West. In San Diego County, with its semi-arid climate and years of persistent drought, meeting that challenge is the responsibility of the San Diego County Water Authority (Water Authority). Since its inception in June 1944, the Water Authority has built infrastructure, pursued state and federal legislation, struck agreements with other agencies, and developed new local water sources to meet current and future supply demands. Water Authority General Manager Maureen A. Stapleton will provide the San Diego Unified Port District (District) Board of Port Commissioners (BPC) with an update on the Water Authority's work.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Accept the informational report.
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FISCAL IMPACT:[h1]
There is no fiscal impact.
COMPASS STRATEGIC GOALS:[h2]
This agenda item supports the following Strategic Goal(s).
* A vibrant waterfront destination where residents and visitors converge.
* A Port with a comprehensive vision for Port land and water uses integrated to regional plans.
DISCUSSION:
In the years following World War II, San Diego's population began a steady climb. Improvements were needed in many areas, including housing, transportation, education, employment, and water availability for the growing populace. On June 9, 1944, the State Legislature created the Water Authority as a public agency to oversee the San Diego region's Colorado River water rights and to manage future water needs.
Not long after its inception, the Water Authority worked with the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to build the first of two pipelines linking San Diego County (County) with the Colorado River Aqueduct. The aqueduct is owned and operated by the Los Angeles-based Metropolit...
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