Sponsored By:

Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA)
2011 CLE Workshop (September 22-23, 2011)

KMTG Moderator:

Eric N. Robinson

Panelists:

Paul A. Cook, Interim General Manager, Irvine Ranch Water District
Meena Westford, Public Affairs Senior Manager, San Diego County Water Authority

Overview:

Southern California imports water from the Owens Valley, Colorado River and State Water Project. These supplies are subject to reduction. Some local water suppliers have sought to secure reliable water supplies independently from the main regional water import agency, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. The experience of these new “water seekers” in locating source water is discussed. Also discussed are whether water rights are available for transfer apart from Metropolitan. A discussion on whether local agencies can firm up their water supplies by going directly to the water seller and cut out the middleman will take place.

For copies of the materials, visit ACWA's website.