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Russian River Weekly Update 6/2/25

 

Lake Pillsbury and Scott Dam, by FOER
Lake Pillsbury and Scott Dam, by FOER

 

Reservoir Storage & Operations:

Water supply information provided by Sonoma Water (find more water storage info here).

Storage data for Lakes Mendocino, Pillsbury, and Sonoma showing current storage, target curves, and 7-day changes in acre-feet.
Graph showing Lake Mendocino storage trends (in acre-feet) from 2018 to 2025 with storage curves and notable increase on June 2, 2025.
Graph showing Lake Pillsbury storage and target scenarios (2018-2025) in acre-feet. Includes a highlight for May 31, 2025.
Graph of Lake Sonoma storage (2018-2025) in acre-feet, showing fluctuations and trends. Peak: June 2, 2025, at 258,941 acre-feet.

 

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📢 State Water Board Announces New Water Rights Reporting System is Coming Soon!

The State Water Resources Control Board is launching a new and improved system called CalWATRS (short for California Water Accounting Tracking and Reporting System) to make reporting water rights easier and more efficient. This system will help the state manage water data better and make it easier for the public to access important information. 

What You Need to Know 

  • Early Access Starts in July 2025 You’ll be able to explore and get used to the new CalWATRS system from July through September 2025. This is your chance to try it out before official reporting begins. Look for more information on the CalWATRS website. 
  • Official Reporting Begins October 2025 You can start submitting your water rights reports to CalWATRS in October 2025. Reports for the 2024-2025 water year will be due by January 31, 2026. More details and instructions will be shared closer to October. 
  • Current System (eWRIMS) Will Close June 8, 2025 The current system, eWRIMS, will stop accepting reports on June 8, 2025. You’ll still be able to search for water rights information in eWRIMS after that, but you won’t be able to submit anything new. 
  • No Changes to Old Reports from June 8 – September 30, 2025 During the switch to CalWATRS, you won’t be able to edit or amend past reports between June 8 and September 30, 2025. If you need to make changes to old reports, do it before June 8 in eWRIMS, or wait until after October 1 in CalWATRS. 
  • CalWATRS Website and Email Updates The CalWATRS website is your go-to hub for the latest news, system updates, and helpful resources. While you’re there, sign up for the CalWATRS email list to receive important announcements and helpful information straight to your inbox. 

We appreciate your help and patience as we make this big improvement. Like with any new system, there may be a few bumps along the way, but we’re here to support you and make the transition as smooth as possible. More help and guidance will be available soon!  For questions or assistance, please email CalWATRS-help@waterboards.ca.gov

 

California Natural Resources Agency Hosts Discussion with LGBTQ2S+ Leaders in Public Service, Kicking-Off Annual Pride Month Celebration- Tuesday, June 3rd, 12-1 PM

A person hikes in a forest. Text reads: "Pride, Power, and Possibility - Celebrating LGBTQ2S+ Leaders in Conservation and Sustainability."

 Kick-off celebrating Pride Month with California Natural Resource Agency (CNRA) Secretary Wade Crowfoot who will be joined by LGBTQ2S+ leaders and allies shaping a more inclusive, sustainable future in California. We’ll explore how freedom to be one’s true self in the workplace and beyond, can cultivate spaces of joy, connection, and impact. Panelists will share personal stories of resilience, identity, and purpose, as well as the challenges and triumphs in their personal and professional journeys.  Register in advance here. To learn about more Pride 2025 programming from CNRA, go to www.resources.ca.gov/pride.  

Panelists: 

  • Wade Crowfoot, Secretary, California Natural Resources Agency
  • Jennifer Ikemoto, Assistant Chief, Law Enforcement Division, California Department of Fish and Wildlife
  • Sabine Talaugon, Deputy Secretary for Intergovernmental Relations, Tribal, Border, Federal, California Environmental Protection Agency
  • Amy Kronson, Assistant Director for the Office of Public Engagement, Equity, and Tribal Affairs, State Water Resources Control Board 
  • Quirina Orozco, Council Member, City of West Sacramento

 

City of Ukiah to Host Public Forum on Annexation Tuesday June 3rd 5:30 PM

The City of Ukiah invites community members to attend a public workshop on Tuesday, June 3rd, to learn about the annexation process currently under consideration. This workshop will provide an overview of the areas involved, the reasons why annexation is under consideration, and what the process means for residents, property owners, and the broader community.

City staff will be available to present information, answer questions, and gather public input. Community feedback is a critical part of this process, and all stakeholders are encouraged to participate.

Location:  Ukiah Valley Conference Center; 200 S School St, Ukiah, CA 95482

 More information about proposed annexation can be found on the City’s website at: https://cityofukiah.com/annexation

 

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