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Science Program makes $8 million available through 2009 Proposal Solicitation Package
Through the California Resources Agency, the CALFED Science program is seeking to fund research that will fill critical gaps in our understanding of the current and changing Bay-Delta system. The new scientific information is meant to help resource managers and policymakers make informed decisions about current and future Delta water issues such as healthy ecosystems, water quality, and conveyance and supply. A total of approximately $8 million will be available. (01/16/2009)
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NEW AQUACAST: 2009 Water Plan Update
DWR has been crafting and updating the California Water Plan for 50 years. Join Kamyar Guivetchi, Manager of Statewide Integrated Water Management as he explains how the 2009 update is unique, and how the public can get involved in developing the Water Plan. Visit www.waterplan.water.ca.gov to check out the Public Review Draft and tell DWR what you think. (01/16/2009)
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CA Water Plan Update 2009 Public Review Draft available
The Department of Water Resources is pleased to release for broad review and comment the Public Review Draft of the California Water Plan Update 2009: Integrated Water Management, which is truly becoming the state’s Water Plan. It has benefited from the first interagency Steering Committee representing 21 state government agencies with jurisdictions over different aspects of water resources, and it integrates their companion plans and initiatives. In addition, a 45-member Advisory Committee, expanded regional outreach, greater involvement of California Native American Tribes, and coordination with federal agencies provided broad participation in preparing this draft plan. (01/07/2009)
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