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CIEA Environmental Chronicle - Vol. 1, Issue 11, September 2020

Monthly news of environmental issues affecting Indigenous Peoples

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1. Opening Remarks- Stay Safe and Sound

The CIEA staff would like to send our readers strength, resiliency, prayers, and good health particularly during COVID-19 as well as the fires.

The CIEA office is physically closed until September 30th due to the 'shelter in place' directive. The purpose is so we can evaluate if there’s any increased cases in the counties where CIEA staff live and work. Of course if the situation changes we will have to adjust our plan. We will continue to work remotely and are available via email and through our phone, where messages are checked daily.

We do want to take the time to continue to love, protect, cherish, and care for one another, especially our elders, folxs who are immunocompromised, as well as our essential workers including medical staff, grocery store workers, etc.

We also advise that folxs to stay safe, be prepared, and that we are here for you all.

Again, we are so happy to be able to provide you with monthly announcements about training, capacity building, Tribal Self-Advocacy and funding opportunities, as well as water related news. Readers are more than welcome to send information about upcoming events, training, or news that you think would be beneficial for other Tribal members in other regions to know to our Communications and Public Relations Coordinator, Joel Sedano at [log in to unmask]

2. Funding Opportunity- Water Desalination Grant Program- September 2020

Desalination Grant Program Background

DWR provides grants to local agencies for the planning, design, and construction of projects to desalinate naturally-occurring brackish and ocean water for potable water supply. It also provides grants for pilot, demonstration, and research projects. Grant funding is from Proposition 50 (2004) and Proposition 1 (2014). As of January 2020, over $100 million in grants ranging from $45,000 to $10,000,000 have been awarded to 70 projects.

Grant Application Process

The rules and procedures for funding vary depending on funding source, availability of funds, and DWR priorities at the time of funding. Each round of funding generally begins with the drafting of a Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP), which contains detailed grant funding program rules and procedures for that round of funding. The PSP has a description of types of agencies that can apply, types of projects that can be funded, instructions for application, the proposal review process, and the criteria for proposal selection for funding. The draft PSP is issued for public comment. After adoption of a final PSP, the application period begins. Applications received by the deadline are reviewed according to the selection criteria, and a draft list of proposals recommended for grant funding is released for public comment. Subsequently, approved projects are awarded funding.

DWR uses an online application tool called GRanTS. An applicant must register to establish an account in GRanTS. Detailed procedures are described in the PSP applicable to the current round of funding.

Applicants of awarded projects must enter into a Funding Agreement (contract). Grant disbursements generally occur after costs are incurred and are provided after review of expense documentation provided by the grantee with invoices. After project completion, there may be annual reporting for up to five years to describe briefly the results of the project.

Between 2005 and March 2018, DWR conducted four rounds of grant funding. After Round 4, the program was modified to a Continuous Application Process (CAP), which enables applicants to submit projects at any time when grant funds are available. DWR then reviews applications and awards grants in batches.

Grant Funds Available in September 2020

A total of $600,000 of Proposition 50 funds are currently available. The Water Desalination Grant Program will re-open the CAP in September to receive applications for these funds. Grants awarded from these funds will be referred to as CAP4. This continuous application process will continue until the available funds are committed.

Project Types for Continuous Applications

Applications for Construction and Design Pilot projects can be submitted in September 2020:

Construction projects generally consists of the design and construction of a full-scale permanent desalination facility and related infrastructure to result in an operable municipal water supply project. A construction project can include funding for design, but design will not be funded as a stand-alone project. Construction projects that depend upon future phases for an operable facility are not eligible.

Design Pilot project is a small-scale prototype for a full-scale project or a full-scale component of a project and is intended to refine design criteria, aid site selection, or study particular technologies or methodologies (conventional or innovative) for the purpose of implementing an already proposed full-scale municipal desalination facility.

For more information, please hit the read more button below to be redirected to the Department of Water Resources' (DWR) website where the grant information is housed.

READ MORE:
https://water.ca.gov/Work-With-Us/Grants-And-Loans/Desalination-Grant-Program

3. Online Webinar/Roundtable-Tribal P2Action Announces Webinar and Roundtable Series- September 2020

Here is a series of webinars hosted by the Tribal P2 Action Team. Enjoy!

Free Weekly Online Events Convene August 25 through September 22

The Tribal Pollution Prevention Action team (TribalP2Action) is excited to announce a series of online events focusing on helping tribal businesses and other organizations prevent pollution and save money in the areas of hazardous substances, water, wastewater, and energy. From August 25 through September 22, 2020 a series of five webinars and three roundtable meetings (90 minutes each) will provide P2 planning and implementation guidance and resources, discussions on challenges and best practices, case studies from tribal businesses, and more. While these events are targeting those working with tribal businesses throughout the U.S., anyone interested in these topics may register and participate.

The event topics, schedule, and registration links for the webinars and roundtable meetings (all beginning at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time) are listed below. Detailed descriptions of each webinar and roundtable can be found by following the link to each Zoom registration page and below:

WEBINARS

Tues., Sept. 1, 2020, 10:00 a.m. PT – How to Prevent Pollution and Save Money from Hazardous Substances at Tribal Businesses: Assessments, Planning, Best Practices, and Case Studies: Chemicals and other hazardous materials used or stored at tribal businesses, governments, and other organizations can be expensive, threaten human health, and harm the environment. In this 90-minute webinar, hazardous materials experts will describe how tribal businesses and organizations can assess hazardous substances at their facilities and develop an action plan to take advantage of opportunities to reduce pollution, minimize health impacts, and save money. The Tribal P2 Action Team will also share information about hazardous substance-related P2 activities occurring at Pala and San Pasqual tribal businesses. REGISTER HERE

Tues., Sept. 8, 2020, 10:00 a.m. PT – How to Prevent Pollution and Save Money from Water and Wastewater at Tribal Businesses: Assessments, Planning, Best Practices, and Case Studies: Water and wastewater consumed and generated by tribal businesses, governments, and other organizations can be expensive to acquire and manage. Decreasing fresh water supply is also a major threat to many tribal communities and ineffective water and wastewater management can threaten human health and harm the environment. In this 90-minute webinar, water resource experts will describe how tribal businesses and organizations can assess water and wastewater at their facilities and develop action plans to take advantage of opportunities to reduce water consumption and wastewater generation, minimize human health and environmental impacts, and save money. The Tribal P2 Action Team will also share information about water-related P2 activities occurring at Pala and San Pasqual tribal businesses. REGISTER HERE

Tues., Sept. 15, 2020, 10:00 a.m. PT – How to Prevent Pollution and Save Money from Energy Use at Tribal Businesses: Assessments, Planning, Best Practices, and Case Studies: Energy use by tribal businesses, governments, and other organizations is expensive and the costs of traditional energy supplies continues to increase. Depending on the fuel source, energy use can also harm the environment and human health locally, nationally, and on a global scale. In this 90-minute webinar, energy experts will describe how tribal businesses and organizations can assess energy use and management at their facilities and develop action plans to take advantage of opportunities to reduce consumption, switch to cleaner sources, minimize human health and environmental impacts, and save money. The Tribal P2 Action Team will also share information about energy related P2 activities occurring at Pala and San Pasqual tribal businesses. REGISTER HERE

Tues., Sept. 22, 2020, 10:00 a.m. PT – Pollution Prevention Training and Implementation: Without effective implementation of a P2 Action plan, tribal business and other organizations that complete P2 assessments and plans will not realize the pollution reductions and cost savings opportunities they have identified and hope to achieve. In this 90-minute webinar, the TribalP2Action Team will describe how to use, manage, and update a P2 Action Plan to successfully implement identified energy, water, and hazardous substance opportunities as well as how to monitor implementation progress and performance. In addition, the TribalP2Action will share guidance on how to educate and involve employees, customers, community members, and other stakeholder in P2 activities. REGISTER HERE

ROUNDTABLE MEETINGS

Thurs., Sept. 3, 2020, 10:00 a.m. PT – COVID-19 and Hazardous Substances at Tribal Businesses: As tribal businesses, governments, and other organizations reopen, the costs and impacts of maintaining a safe and healthy environment are increasing. Businesses and other organizations are using more cleaning and sanitization chemicals and generating more waste than they were before the COVID-19 pandemic. In this 90-minute roundtable discussion, industrial hygiene experts and roundtable participants will explore and discuss sanitization protocols, products, best practices, and challenges in protecting the health and safety of customers and employees while simultaneously minimizing the volume, cost, and human and environmental effects’ of toxic chemicals. REGISTER HERE

Thurs., Sept. 10, 2020, 10:00 a.m. PT – Landscaping Strategies for Saving Water and Money at Tribal Businesses: Vital water resources are being depleted at a faster rate than ever before and water costs are surging. In this 90-minute roundtable discussion, water resource experts and roundtable participants will explore and discuss landscaping strategies, best practices, and challenges for tribal businesses, governments, and other organizations seeking to reduce water use and costs, particularly including golf courses, resorts, parks, and agricultural operations. REGISTER HERE

Thurs., Sept. 17, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. PT – Reducing Pollution and Costs with Energy Storage at Tribal Businesses: Energy storage technologies are taking center stage as tribal businesses, governments, and other organizations seek to improve their self-reliance and resiliency against utility outages. Energy storage also can be used to prevent pollution and save money, and incentives currently available for some projects make storage investments more affordable than ever. In this 90-minute roundtable discussion, experts and roundtable participants will explore and discuss: energy storage technology options; pairing energy storage with renewables and microgrids; storage strategies; funding opportunities; and challenges for tribes in considering energy storage projects to reduce pollution and costs while increasing resiliency and self-reliance.

READ MORE:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsc-iqqzkuHNwASLIJF9toELX9N3pN0yK6

4. Recommended Reading- EPA Announces $4.3 Million for Tribes to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water in Schools

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a new grant program to help protect children in tribal communities from lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities. With this action, the agency is continuing to make meaningful progress in implementing the Federal Action Plan to Reduce Childhood Lead Exposures by engaging with and working to protect children’s health in these traditionally underserved communities.

Authorized by the Water Infrastructure Improvements of the Nation (WIIN) Act, EPA is making $4.3 million available to support the Lead Testing in School and Child Care Program Drinking Water Tribal Grant Program. Grantees will use the EPA’s 3Ts for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water guidance to implement lead testing programs and develop monitoring, maintenance and/or sampling plans that protect children from lead exposure now and in the future. Beneficiaries of the program must be members of a federally recognized tribe.

EPA is sending letters to tribal consortia to provide information about the program and to provide the opportunity for each consortium to notify EPA if it intends to participate in the program. EPA will host a webinar in August to provide more information about the 3Ts toolkit and an overview of the grant and its scope.

For more information, visit www.epa.gov/safewater/grants.

For full details, please hit the read more button below to be redirected to the EPA website where the information is housed.

READ MORE:
https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-announces-43-million-tribes-reduce-lead-drinking-water-schools

5. Online Webinar-Reclaiming health through Indigenous Food Systems: A discussion on the film “Gather”- September 8, 2020 at 10AM EST

A unique opportunity to watch the new film, "Gather," prior to its public debut! With registration, you will have a 96 hour window to watch the film.

On Tuesday, September 8, join FAO North America for a panel discussion with the film director and featured Indigenous figures from the film. Panelists will share their insights on the timely and critical nature of Indigenous peoples' knowledge, languages, cultures, innovation and leadership as Native communities build up their traditional food systems across North America.

By registering, you submit your information to the webinar organizer, who will use it to communicate with you regarding this event and other sessions.

The registration link can be found in the read more button below.

READ MORE:
https://fao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XE12uvO4TAKbRQ9n7YmcYA

6. Online Webinar- After the LNU Fire: What to Do on the Land, What to Avoid from 9:00 AM-12:30 PM on Thursday, September 10, 2020

Small-acreage landowners and small to large agricultural operations are encouraged to register for this free webinar to learn about fire impacts on oak woodlands, rangelands, orchards and vineyards, in addition to restoration and erosion control options and financial assistance programs.

Priority will be given to those in counties affected by the LNU fire.

Planned topics to be presented by natural resource professionals:
 Navigating the agency alphabet soup for disaster assistance
 Understanding wildland fire impacts
 Impact of fire on oak woodlands, what to expect and what to do
 Impact of fire on rangelands, what to expect and what to do
 Impact of fire on orchard trees, what to expect and what to do
 Impact of fire on vineyards and wine grapes, what to expect and what to do
 Erosion risks and mitigation measures
 USDA disaster programs and how to apply
 Q&A

Contact for More Information

Email UC ANR Program Support at [log in to unmask] or call 530-750-1361

The registration link can be found in the read more button below.

READ MORE:
https://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=31977

7. Online webinar- “Pre-Summit Orientation” on Thursday, September 10th from 10 – 11:30 a.m. with a Tribal Session to follow from 11:30AM– 12:15PM

For individuals that may be new to IRWM, the IRWM Roundtable of Regions is hosting a FREE “Pre-Summit Orientation” on Thursday, September 10th from 10 – 11:30 a.m. with a Tribal Session to follow from 11:30 – 12:15.

Pre-Summit Orientation: What is Integrated Regional Water Management?

As a preview to the Statewide Virtual Summit, "Ensuring
Equitable Engagement in Regional Water Planning," scheduled
for October 8th, 13th and 14th, the IRWM Roundtable of
Regions invites you to join us to learn:

 What is Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM)
 What are the benefits of regional planning
 Who should participate in IRWM
 The value of participating in your regions’s IRWM
 What is the IRWM Roundtable of Regions
 What is the Disadvantaged Communities Working Group

Hear success stories from representatives of 3 regions on the
benefits, successes, and challenges of participating in their
region’s IRWM.

Who Should Attend?
 Community Members
 Tribal Representatives
 Water and Wastewater Service Providers
 Local and State Elected Officials
 State Agencies
 Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs)
 Anyone interested in regional water management

To register, please hit the read more button below to be redirected to the Zoom website where the info is housed.

READ MORE:
https://lgc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1bH81vaJReKkacIUBzpZ7w?_x_zm_rtaid=RrqTfbtaTCqQ6YEA_Q3skg.1599191842994.22c5288c65524f80e347cf1fc689dacc&_x_zm_rhtaid=456

8. Online webinar- California Water Justice and Tribal Advocates Announce Week of Action “Mobilizing for Water Justice in California” Webinar Series for Sept 14-18.

California Water Justice and Tribal Advocates Announce Week of Action “Mobilizing for Water Justice in California” Webinar Series for Sept 14-18.

All of California- The organizers of the Advocacy and Water Protection in Native California Speakers Series are hosting a new webinar series aimed at taking action against environmental racism and for water justice in California. Humboldt State University Native American Studies and Save California Salmon are organizing the “Mobilizing for Water Justice in California” Webinar Series on Sept. 14-18 at 3:30 p.m.

The series will focus on taking action for issues related to water diversions and dams on Native lands, water privatization, environmental racism and access to clean water. Webinars will be an hour long and will include an overview of a water injustice and an opportunity to take action.

“This webinar series is the antithesis of Governor Newsom’s Water Portfolio. We all know that there is serious environmental racism and classism when it comes to water in California,” said Regina Chichizola of Save California Salmon. “Often billionaires’ nut crops get clean water from Northern Rivers, while the communities of farmworkers next to the fields lack clean water. This series is dedicated to creating an equitable water future in California and building solidarity and power for the have-nots, and protectors, in California water.”

Chichizola went on to say that participants will be taking action on timely issues such as access to public comment opportunities during COVID-19, taking down the Klamath dams and fighting the Shasta dam raise. The new action oriented series comes on the heels of the Advocacy and Water Protection in Native California 3 month long webinar series and certification program, which focused on Native American education, food, culture, family and health issues that related to water protection and action in Northern California. Thousands of people engaged in this series. Those webinars can be watched at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC815CVI554HLumVf5bRDN_Q or californiasalmon.org. HSU NAS and Save California are also hosting the Advocacy and Water Protection in Native California Symposium on Sept. 25th. Registration is at: https://www.californiasalmon.org/

“A lot of people want to know what they can do to help support the people who are doing this work in our communities and on the ground.” explained Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy. “This series is focused on direct action and finding meaningful ways, even during this time of COVD, so that we can show our collective power and focus our energies in a way that can make a difference. When we talk about what water protection looks like now, it's important that we realize we are more powerful when we work together and that we still have many ways that we can help to highlight the important work of advocating for the health of our waters, fish, and communities.”

That Online Week of ACTION for California Water Justice schedule is:

September 14th - Step 1: Dismantle Environmental Racism

September 15th - Step 2: Learn Where Your Water Comes From

September 16th - Step 3: Fight for Clean Water

September 17th - Step 4: Halt Water Privatization

September 18th - Step 5: Undam the Klamath

The public can register at: tinyurl.com/Mobilize4Water or follow at the hashtags #WaterJustice #StopEnvironmentalRacism for the series or on issue specific hashtags: #BuffettDamsKill #Un-DamtheKlamath #NoDamRaise #safewaterforall #NoDeltaTunnel. More info is at https://www.californiasalmon.org/ @Calisalmon on Twitter and California Rivers on Instagram.

For more information contact: Dr. Cutcha Risling-Baldy, Humboldt State University, Native American Studies Department Chair (858) 740-4544 [log in to unmask]

Regina Chichizola, Save California Salmon (541) 951-0126 [log in to unmask]

9. Funding Opportunity- The Department of Conservation Sustainable Groundwater Management (SGMA) Watershed Coordinator Grant: Due Date- September 15, 2020

California's watershed systems play a critical role in delivering vital water supplies throughout the state. Because watersheds vary greatly across different geographies of the state, regionally tailored watershed management efforts are necessary for success. Watershed coordinators play an important role increasing watershed health.

A watershed coordinator is a position that the state funds for a local government or non-profit to work with local stakeholders and downstream beneficiaries. The purpose is to develop plans and projects to improve watershed health, and to achieve state and local natural resources goals. Their work is centered around the ability to leverage local relationships and understandings, to build broad and trusting coalitions across a watershed and to cultivate a shared vision of progress. Key state policy goals that watershed coordinators help to achieve include:

Water Supply and Quality
Outdoor Access
Forest Health and Fire Prevention
Carbon Sequestration
Biodiversity and Species Recovery
Environmental Education
Biodiversity
Climate Resiliency

For more information, please hit the read more button to be redirected to the Department of Conservation website.

READ MORE:
https://www.conservation.ca.gov/dlrp/grant-programs/watershed

10. Funding Opportunity- Youth Community Access Grant Program- Due Date: September 16, 2020 at 5PM

The California Natural Resources Agency will be accepting proposals for the Youth Community Access Grant Program from July 14th, 2020 to September 16th, 2020 at 5:00 PM via the System for Online Application Review (SOAR). The program, funded by Proposition 64, seeks projects that support youth access to natural or cultural resources with a focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities including, but not limited to, community education and recreational amenities to support youth substance use prevention and early intervention.

INTRODUCTION

California voters passed the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64) on November 8, 2016. Proposition 64 created the Youth Education, Prevention, Early Intervention and Treatment Account (YEPEITA) whereby the State Controller deposits 60 percent (60%) of the marijuana tax for programs that emphasize accurate education, effective prevention, early intervention, school retention, and timely treatment services for youth, their families and caregivers.

In 2019, the Legislature appropriated $5.7 million to the California Natural Resources Agency (the State) for competitive grants to support youth access to natural or cultural resources with a focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities including, but not limited to, community education and recreational amenities to support youth substance use prevention and early intervention.

Research demonstrates the connection between the outdoors and the physical, emotional, and mental success of young people. From camp experiences to urban parks, being in nature reduces stress, builds confidence, promotes creativity, encourages exercise, and teaches responsibility. Each of these aspects, in addition to others, contribute to a young person’s health and well-being, including substance use prevention.

In accordance with Proposition 64 and the research discussed above, the Youth Community Access Grant Program will focus awards on communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs, as well as other underserved communities.

Funding Allocation

Approximately $5.7 million is available for Youth Community Access projects.

Grant Amounts

The maximum award for an individual project is $300,000. The minimum award amount is $25,000.

Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include local, state and federal agencies; nonprofit organizations; federally-recognized Native American tribes; or non-federally-recognized California Native American tribes listed on the California Tribal Consultation List maintained by the Native American Heritage Commission.

For more information, please hit the read more button below to be redirected to the California Natural Resources Agency's website where the information is housed.

READ MORE:
https://resources.ca.gov/grants/youth

11. Online Webinar/Teleconference Dates and Titles

Here is a running list of meetings being held by California' s Fish and Game Commission. Currently there are no agendas, times, or other pertinent information that has been made available. But check back periodically by hitting the read more button below to be redirected to the F&G website to ensure that the necessary information becomes available.

Thursday, September 17, 2020- Wildlife Resources

Wednesday and Thursday, October 14-15, 2020- Webinar/Teleconference

Monday, November 9, 2020- Tribal

Tuesday, November 10, 2020- Marine Resources

READ MORE:
https://fgc.ca.gov/Meetings/2020#sep

12. Funding Opportunity- Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants in California

What does this program do?

This program helps eligible communities prepare, or recover from, an emergency that threatens the availability of safe, reliable drinking water.

Who may apply?

Most state and local governmental entities
Nonprofit organizations
Federally recognized tribes
What kind of event can qualify as an emergency?

Drought or flood
Earthquake
Tornado or hurricane
Disease outbreak
Chemical spill, leak or seepage
Other disasters
NOTE: A federal disaster declaration is not required.

What is an eligible area?

Rural areas and towns with populations of 10,000 or less -- check eligible addresses
Tribal lands in rural areas
Colonias
The area to be served must also have a median household income less-than the state's median household income for non-metropolitan areas. Contact your local RD office for details.

How may the funds be used?

Water transmission line grants up to $150,000 to construct waterline extensions, repair breaks or leaks in existing water distribution lines, and address related maintenance necessary to replenish the water supply
Water source grants up to $1,000,000 are to construct a water source, intake or treatment facility
Are matching funds required?

Partnerships with other federal, state, local, private and nonprofit entities are encouraged
How do we get started?

Applications for this program are accepted year round,
online at https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/rd-apply or through your local RD office.
Program resources are available online (forms, guidance, certifications, etc.).
Who can answer questions?

Staff in your local RD office
Participating nonprofit associations
What governs this program?

Code of Federal Regulation, 7 CFR 1778
Section 306A of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act
Why does USDA Rural Development do this?

This program helps prevent damage or restore households and business' access to clean, reliable drinking water in eligible rural areas and towns following natural disasters. Funding can improve the natural environment and encourage manufacturers and other businesses to locate or expand operations.

For more information, please hit the read more button to be redirected to the USDA website where the grant information is housed.

READ MORE:
https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/emergency-community-water-assistance-grants/ca

13. Online Webinar-Northern California Earthquake Webinars: October 1 and 8, 2020 at 9:45 AM (PST)

This is to make you aware and encourage your participation in the Northern California Earthquake Webinars scheduled for October 1 and 8, 2020.

EPA is hosting two webinars to learn about the seismic hazards that threaten Northern California utilities, the steps you can take to address these threats and many case studies from utilities with experience in earthquake preparation, mitigation and response. The following are the topics that will be covered:

Webinar #1: Earthquake threats in Northern California, EPA’s earthquake resilience products and a utility case study.

Webinar #2: Multiple utility case studies from various sized water and wastewater utilities that show how to mitigate earthquake threats.

Registration for both webinars is available through our read more button below, which will redirect you to the site to register.

READ MORE:
https://horsleywittenevents.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=horsleywittenevents&service=6&rnd=0.6049095220388464&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fhorsleywittenevents.webex.com%2Fec3300%2Feventcenter%2Fprogram%2FprogramDetail.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26internalProgramTicket%3D4832534b00000004e90f736cd7d7bc3757b06e2e03b7c1b2b6de730babae40d99617e9d56018c6ef%26siteurl%3Dhorsleywittenevents%26internalProgramTicketUnList%3D4832534b00000004e90f736cd7d7bc3757b06e2e03b7c1b2b6de730babae40d99617e9d56018c6ef%26cProgViewID%3D2565872%26PRID%3Dbf74b27b8427e7f9a188fc168bf8ffea

14. Save the Date- VIRTUAL SUMMIT: Ensuring Equitable Involvement in Regional Water Planning- October 8th, 13th, and 14th, 2020- 8:30 AM-1:00 PM

The Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority (SAWPA) – who has been very involved in formalizing and providing fiscal management for the Statewide IRWM Roundtable of Regions – along with the Local Government Commission (LGC), and with support from DWR, will be hosting a statewide Virtual Summit, "Ensuring Equitable Engagement in Regional Water Planning."

Please save these dates:

● Thursday, October 8, 8:30-1

● Tuesday, October 13, 8:30-1

● Thursday, October 14, 8:30-1

During the three half-days, there will be exploration of regional strategies for engaging marginalized communities in regional water management as learned through local implementation of the Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Disadvantaged Communities and Tribal Involvement Program.

To receive updates on the Virtual Summit directly, please hit the read more button below to sign up for updates and to visit the summit website.