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Receive a presentation on the development of the Integrated Water Resources Framework (One Water Framework) funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds; and Consider providing direction on next steps including the development of the water resources component for a Utilities Master Plan
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors:
1. Receive a presentation on the development of the Integrated Water Resources Implementation Framework (One Water Framework) funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA); and
2. Provide direction on next steps including the development of the water resources component for a Utilities Master Plan
SUMMARY:
On April 26, 2022, the Board approved funding up to $300,000 through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to develop a region-wide integrated water resources framework (One Water Framework) to serve as a foundation toward development of the water resources component of a future Utility Master Plan for the unincorporated county region. Development of a utility master plan was identified on April 18, 2023, Board Priority Setting as Priority E3 - Economic Development to address County infrastructure needs for water, sewer, electricity, and broadband.
The primary objective of the One Water Framework is to identify challenges and opportunities to provide water management strategies to support water infrastructure planning and economic development in unincorporated Solano County. Outreach and research conducted to develop the One Water Framework evaluates water supply, wastewater, drainage, flood protection, and ecosystem enhancements to maximize benefits, improve water resource sustainability, and enhance resilience to climate change.
The presentation will highlight progress to develop the One Water Framework which was initiated in 2023 and included stakeholder engagement through 2...
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