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Cam Noltemeyer: Is more debt the answer?

Posted by: Aqua Blog Maven on November 19, 2009 at 6:20 am

From the Santa Clarita Signal, this commentary by local activist Cam Noltemeyer:

“Recently the governor signed new water legislation that hopefully will help solve California’s growing water problem.

It contained many needed improvements, but the solutions may lack the teeth to actually accomplish these laudable goals. And the cost may be far more than the public is willing to swallow.

The legislation creates a Delta Stewardship Council that will hopefully resolve the issues surrounding our failing Delta ecosystem. By Jan. 1, 2012, it must adopt a “Delta Plan” for ecosystem restoration and water management.

But where are the teeth? The council gets operational funds now, but no guarantee in future years. Also, it must hear appeals of state and local projects, but lacks the power to make changes. … “

Read more from the Santa Clarita Signal by clicking here.

November 19, 2009 · Filed Under Water Legislation

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