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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 Executive Committee Executive Committee Minutes
The committee meeting covered a range of operational reports, including an update on the Ad Hoc Committee on Executive Performance and international travel disclosures. Reports were provided on the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Post-2026 Operational Guidelines and Strategies for the Colorado River Basin, a water break incident in Hollywood, and damage to the Santa Monica Feeder blowoff structure. The committee also approved the draft board meeting agendas and schedule for August 2026 and authorized a new license agreement with the City of Fontana for a fire station and training center project.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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The Metropolitan Water District Of Southern California Finance, Affordability, Asset Management, And Efficiency Committee Minutes
The committee authorized the General Manager to execute a new license agreement with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for up to twenty-five years to store boats, law enforcement vehicles, and related equipment at Diamond Valley Lake, Lake Skinner, and surrounding lakes. Informational items included a presentation on the Metropolitan Other Post Employment Benefits Actuarial Valuation Report and an overview of Metropolitan's finances, covering budget, rate structures, property taxes, funds, reserve policy, debt, and investments.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Board Meeting
The Board approved various items including a commendatory resolution, committee assignments, and several construction and maintenance contracts, such as the replacement of radial gates and inspections of concrete pipe. The Board also authorized agreements with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, funding for regional water authority support, and participated in state water contractor payments. Additionally, the Board supported the Association of California Water Agencies Vision, expressed support for specific fish and wildlife legislation, authorized water conservation agreements with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and tribal entities, and approved internal salary schedules and the Department Head Operations Plan. Finally, the Board approved compensation increases for executive officers, including the Ethics Officer, General Auditor, General Counsel, and General Manager.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
