Ian Prichard

The Board discussed and adopted the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. Additionally, they reviewed potential modifications to the board committee structure, appointed a new representative to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, and held discussions regarding the District's fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. Various promotions for staff members were recognized, and reports on operations, finance, and legislative updates were provided.

This Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) is a strategic document for the Calleguas Municipal Water District to prepare for and respond to water shortages, which may arise from various factors including climate change, drought, regional power outages, and catastrophic events. The plan establishes a process for annual water supply and demand assessment, defines six standard water shortage levels, and outlines corresponding shortage response actions. It also details communication protocols, legal authority, financial consequences, and refinement procedures to ensure reliable supplies and mitigate impacts from interruptions.

The 2025 Urban Water Management Plan details how Calleguas Municipal Water District will ensure a reliable water supply through 2050, evaluating water demands, available supplies, drought preparedness, and reliability strategies. The plan emphasizes the district's role as a primary wholesale imported water supplier for southern Ventura County, focusing on stabilizing demands through conservation and efficiency, utilizing local storage and groundwater banking for resilience, and investing in infrastructure and regional partnerships to adapt to climate change and future uncertainties. It also outlines shortage response strategies to meet demands across various water year conditions.

The board meeting included a closed session regarding existing litigation. Key actions taken included the recognition of internal employee promotions and the adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan. The board also discussed the resignation of a Metropolitan Board Representative, the appointment of a successor, and reviewed monthly status reports regarding partnerships, advocacy, and public outreach.

The Board of Directors meeting addressed several key business items, including the approval of professional services for aquifer storage and recovery modeling support, and acting as a fiscal agent for various contract services related to Total Maximum Daily Load stakeholders. A public hearing was held to consider the adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, followed by the approval of the associated resolution. Additionally, the meeting featured staff reports on financial status, potential committee structure modifications, and updates on various regional water projects and legislative advocacy efforts.