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Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed several administrative and operational matters. Key actions included committee appointments, the awarding of procurement and construction contracts for infrastructure projects (such as valve procurement and aqueduct piping rehabilitation), and the authorization of amendments to project labor agreements and legal services contracts. The board also reviewed CEQA actions for a fringe area annexation, entered into a mussel mitigation funding agreement, modified operating agreements, and updated the administrative code regarding facility naming. Additionally, the board approved waivers regarding closed session privileges, addressed a labor reopener agreement, and managed legal defense funding.
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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Subcommittee on Imported Water Minutes
The meeting addressed updates on Northern Sierra watershed activities, including wildfire risk-reduction and site preparation. Discussion covered progress on the Sites Reservoir Project, including contract awards and water rights permitting concerns. The committee received reports on the Delta Conveyance Design and Construction Authority, noting board appointments and agreements, and on Colorado River Board activities regarding statewide water supply planning and dam operations. Further presentations detailed the final post-2026 Colorado River operating guidelines and their impacts on reservoir elevations and shortages. The committee also held a closed session regarding potential litigation related to Colorado River water rights and reviewed updates on the Bay-Delta Water Quality Control Plan.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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The Metropolitan Water District Of Southern California Legal And Claims Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee received an update from the General Counsel regarding attorney recruitment and a new spotlight feature for monthly reports. Action was taken to authorize an increase of $200,000 to an existing contract with Olson Remcho LLP for legal services related to legislative and ethics matters, including the Political Reform Act and conflict of interest law. Additionally, the committee held a closed session regarding existing litigation involving several parties, with no action taken.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Finance, Affordability, Asset Management, and Efficiency Committee Minutes
The committee reviewed and approved a CEQA determination and a new license agreement with the City of Fontana to support the development of a new fire station and training facility. Additionally, the committee adopted a resolution to establish the ad valorem property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year and reviewed a report regarding certified assessed valuations. The agenda also included a presentation on the preliminary year-end financial results for the previous fiscal year and a report on quarterly investment activities. Staff was directed to provide additional debt service cost estimates under alternative scenarios.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
