Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority Regular Commission Meeting
The Commission meeting covered several key operational and programmatic topics. The board addressed the financial closeout of the Water-Energy Community Action Network (WECAN) Phase 3 project, approving a necessary fund transfer. There was a discussion regarding a potential Proposition 4 Invasive Species Grant opportunity, specifically focused on a Santa Ana River Watershed Arundo coordination initiative, with the board directing staff to refine the concept. Additionally, the Commission discussed the upcoming SARCCUP ribbon-cutting event to celebrate regional water supply collaboration and received various informational reports, including financial updates and a presentation on the California Water Plan 2028 technical working group.
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Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
The Commission received a comprehensive legislative update concerning California reservoir conditions, the status of pending state legislation, and wildfire liability negotiations. Key business included the financial closeout of the WECAN Phase 3 project, for which a fund transfer was authorized. Additionally, the Commission approved the conceptual framework for a regional invasive species coordination initiative to manage Arundo within the watershed. Members also reviewed updates regarding the SARCCUP project, examined quarterly financial reports, and deliberated on adjustments to the upcoming meeting schedule.
Jul 21, 2026·Board meeting
Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
The Commission received an update on the development of the Strategic Plan, focusing on performance measures and strategic priorities. The Commission authorized two consultant agreements: one with West Yost for the development of an Ambient Water Quality database and groundwater data consolidation, and another for the Santa Ana River Reach 3 Total Dissolved Solids Special Study. Several informational reports were presented, including financial reports, budget variance, and investment reports. Additionally, the Commission received a briefing regarding a recent brine line spill and the subsequent emergency response and restoration efforts.
