Reservoir Committee And Authority Board Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several key topics, including approvals for task order amendments for legal services, the authorization of excess capacity agreements, and the confirmation of conditions for investor commitments. Discussions also included the review of the Sites Project Baseline Report, updates on the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act and USDA loans, and negotiations with the California Water Commission regarding funding agreements. Additionally, the committee reviewed property acquisition matters, facility use agreements, and operational plans, including the potential role of Reclamation District 108 in water conveyance operations.
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The Reservoir Committee and Authority Board meeting covered several critical project updates and administrative actions. Key topics included the mid-year 2026 budget review, authorization for geotechnical work, and approval for issuing a Request for Proposals for underwriting services related to 2027 short-term notes. The board also discussed the updated project schedule, the August 2026 Plan of Finance, and the progress of the Project Baseline Report. Additionally, members received status updates on WIFIA and USDA loan negotiations, progress on the California Water Commission funding agreement, and coordination efforts with the Colusa Drain Mutual Water Company. The board also reviewed draft governance documents, including the Benefits & Obligations Contract, Bylaws, and Joint Powers Agreement, and received reports regarding facility use agreements and operations agreements.
Jul 24, 2026·Board meeting
Reservoir Committee and Authority Board Board Meeting Minutes
The committee and board engaged in several key agenda items, including the approval of a consulting agreement for a Deputy External Affairs Manager to assist with land acquisition and organizational development. Discussions were held regarding progress on the Benefits & Obligations Contract, updated Bylaws, and the Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement, with a focus on finalizing operational and funding terms. Additionally, an early draft of the Project Baseline Report was reviewed, with feedback provided on expanding the description of project benefits and operational considerations. Updates were also provided on water right permit activities and upcoming hearings.
May 22, 2026·Board meeting
Reservoir Committee And Authority Board Meeting Minutes
The Reservoir Committee and Authority Board held a meeting to discuss several key items. Public comment focused on the Project Labor Agreement template. The Board accepted tentatively agreed terms for Contracts for Administration of Public Benefits with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Department of Water Resources. They also adopted the Reservoir and Roads Project Labor Agreement as a template for future construction and updated the Construction Workforce Policy. Additionally, the Board authorized procurement for the Conveyance Package Construction Manager at Risk and entered into an Operations Agreement with the Department of Water Resources and the Bureau of Reclamation to coordinate project operations. A conveyance agreement with the Department of Water Resources was authorized to facilitate water delivery, and a new contract for executive coordination services was approved. Finally, the Board addressed a Brown Act cease and desist letter by committing to specific noticing protocols for future closed sessions.
