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Unsold Water Could Mean Big Rate Hike – July 26, 2011

By kevpod

The industrial water comprises most of the district’s capacity and if it remains unused by 2029, when the district’s state permit expires, a so-called “use it or lose it” clause kicks in and the rights to the surplus could be transferred elsewhere. »

NoHum’s Water Options Mature – May 22, 2011

By kevpod

The community report submitted last fall, “Advisory Committee Recommendations for Water Use Options Supported by a Community-based Planning Process,” is also available at hbmwd.com or by calling HBMWD at (707) 443-5018. »

Latest Water Plans Point To Export Solution – August 24, 2010

By kevpod

The concept of selling water was floated a few years ago, when a company proposed barging it to southern and central California in what was described as giant “water bags.” The idea was roundly opposed and the proposal sank like a rock. »

Exhaustive Public Process Brings Consensus Results – August 20, 1010

By kevpod

We don’t have to choose one option or another in putting our water to use; we could potentially do them all: increase in-stream flows to enhance Mad River fisheries, develop aquaculture, build a new recreational lake, or transport water within the district or outside it. »