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Jul 14, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Merced Irrigation District Agricultural Water Management Plan 2021-2025
The Merced Irrigation District's Agricultural Water Management Plan updates its strategies to comply with water conservation regulations and legislation. It outlines critical and conditional efficient water management practices, emphasizing robust conjunctive use activities, water conservation, and system efficiency. The plan aims to protect water rights, ensure financial stability, provide reliable and affordable water, enhance customer service, promote sustainable groundwater management, and support the regional agricultural economy.
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Merced Irrigation District Risk Management Committee Agenda
The committee meeting agenda includes discussions on a market update, hedging policy, credit update, and financial update. The document further outlines the review of energy market volatility and storage, as well as the evaluation of strategic hedging positions designed to balance financial risk and compliance policy limits.
Mar 6, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Merced Irrigation District Irrigation Scheduling 2026
This document outlines the Merced Irrigation District's (MID) ongoing efforts and future plans to modernize its water delivery system and adapt to evolving irrigation needs of growers. It details planned capital investments including new local water regulating reservoirs, canal automation, improved water control, and enhanced flow measurement. It also addresses operational challenges posed by the rapid expansion of low-flow, frequent irrigation pressure systems and increased demand for flexible scheduling, particularly on smaller laterals. The plan aims to provide equitable and flexible irrigation services to all growers by improving infrastructure and optimizing scheduling, well into the future, thereby meeting changing agricultural demands.
Mar 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Merced Irrigation District Risk Management Committee Meeting
The meeting addressed a market update regarding natural gas prices and the potential impact of California water supply conditions. Key agenda items included a hedging update from The Energy Authority, a review of the District's risk policy and position limits, and a credit update for the calendar year. The committee evaluated and authorized specific hedging strategies for 2026 and 2027 based on established price thresholds.
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