Tag: california_water_commission

Newsom Appoints Garry South to California Water Commission, Names Seven Others to State Boards

22 Oct 2026 8:04 p.m. · Source: California Governor Gavin Newsom

Governor Gavin Newsom announced eight appointments, including veteran political strategist Garry South to the California Water Commission and reappointments to the state accountancy board and a regional water quality board.

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Newsom Boosts Sites Reservoir Funding to Bolster California's Water Storage

17 Jun 2026 7:01 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

Governor Newsom announced nearly $269 million more for the Sites Reservoir, totaling $1.36 billion, to expand California's water storage. This project is crucial for climate resilience, capturing Sacramento River water for millions of homes and wildlife.

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Media Monitor: Sierra Club urges rejection of Sites Reservoir funding increase

16 Jun 2026 4:59 p.m. · Source: Sierra Club

Sierra Club is reporting that it is urging the California Water Commission to reject a proposed $268.9 million funding increase for the Sites Reservoir project, citing escalating costs and environmental concerns.

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