increase minimum flows from the Merced, Tuolumne and Stanislaus rivers by 100%. It is essential that our community make our extreme opposition to this proposal known to the Water Board.This proposal will have profound negative effects on the economy, groundwater, and drinking water of Merced and Stanislaus County. It will radically alter our quality of life for many years to come. The Water Board will be taking public testimony at this hearing and it is important that we show up and speak out clearly and forcefully against this proposal.
The Board will be conducting full hearings in Merced and Modesto in the coming weeks.
Merced County
Monday, December 19th – 9 am – Merced Multicultural Arts Center, 645 W. Main Street, Merced
Stanislaus County
Tuesday, December 20th – 9 am – Modesto Centre Plaza, Tuolumne River Room, 1000 K Street, Modesto
The Water Board has scheduled the hearings during the holidays. Some think this was done because it will reduce the likelihood of many attending due to family and other holiday obligations. Regardless, we need to make a strong showing.
I urge community members to personally attend the hearings and make brief comments on your concerns. It is important because this is a formal proceeding, and our comments must be made part of the official record. Written comments can be sent directly to the Water Board. The last day for written comments is January 17, 2017. Letters may be emailed to commentletters@waterboards.ca.gov or sent by regular mail to:
Jeanine Townsend, Clerk to the Board
State Water Resources Control Board
1001 I Street, 24th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814-0100
Source: Assemblymember Adam Gray
