COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council
FROM: Doyle Wilson, Water Resources Coordinator
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Water Resources and Conservation Update to the City Council and the Public for Lake Havasu City and the Colorado River (Doyle Wilson)
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PURPOSE:
To provide the City Council and the public an update for Lake Havasu City and the Colorado River with regards to Water Resources and Conservation, including Effluent Use and Recharge, Water LHC Water Conservation Plan, City, State and Federal Water Resources Update, Water Firming (LHC), Grant Updates and Future Colorado River Shortages.
BACKGROUND:
Lake Havasu City has taken a proactive and forward thinking outlook for our Water Resources and Conservation efforts, to maximize the supply and manage our future. The topic is an important part of Lake Havasu City’s vision and goals as well as a pillar in the City’s Vision 20/20 Revitalization Plan.
This update will provide the City Council and public an update on the following topics:
Water Resources/Consumption Update
Effluent Recharge
Water Firming
Water Conservation Plan
Grant Updates
Colorado River Shortages
State of Affairs for local, state and federal governments as it relates to the Colorado River and the Apportionment
Mohave County Water Authority
Over the years, Lake Havasu City has taken a positive and proactive approach to water supply, water resources, water conservation and water reuse, including the storage of water for future use (effluent and firmed water), purchased additional Colorado River water rights, put in place water conservation measures, utilized water reuse (effluent) and sought out grants and opportunities to ensure our communities long term future.
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
The efficient and effective use of our Water Resources and Supply are critical to Lake Havasu City as a community and our residents and visitors as individuals.
FISCAL IMPACT:
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SUGGESTED MOTION:Recommended Action
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