Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Susanne Oliver’s organization
Aug 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Matanzas Creek Dam Rehabilitation Project Public Meeting
The meeting addressed the NRCS draft watershed plan and environmental assessment for the Matanzas Creek Dam Rehabilitation Project. Key discussion topics included the project's history within the central Sonoma watershed, identified deficiencies in the dam's auxiliary spillway due to erosion risks and seismic liquefaction potential, and insufficient sediment capacity for the next 50 years. The presentation outlined three specific rehabilitation alternatives considered, which involve various combinations of seismic buttress installation, sediment removal, and modifications to the dam crest and spillway to improve flood storage and safety.
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The board approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and authorized the executive director to secure agreements for accounting and auditing services. The board also received a presentation on water diversion modeling for the new facility, which analyzed historical transfer data and future projections for water availability.
Apr 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
West County Water Quality And Recycled Water Supply Feasibility Study Stakeholder Committee Stakeholder Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the transition from the technical feasibility study phase to the project advancement report stage. Key discussion topics included revised feasibility study alternatives, necessary inflow and infiltration improvements, updated cost estimates, and seismic risk considerations. Participants reviewed the scope for the upcoming project advancement report, which will cover governance, finance, and implementation planning. The meeting also addressed future engagement steps, including a workshop and a scheduled final report submission.
Jan 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Public Policy Facilitating Committee Committee Meeting
The meeting provided updates on the 2025 Russian River Biological Opinion (BIOP), focusing on the new 10-year term and its coverage of operations and maintenance activities, such as flood control, water supply, and habitat restoration. Presentations addressed the transition from the previous biological opinion, reservoir operations including forecast-informed reservoir operations, and management strategies for the Russian River watershed. Additionally, the committee reviewed ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts for the Dry Creek habitat enhancement project, discussed the role of technical advisory committees, and outlined future work steps for salmonid protection and environmental resources management.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
