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Dec 23, 2023

California Announces $288 Million for Drought and Flood Projects

Published: Jun 08, 2023 WHAT TO KNOW: 44 projects will receive $217 million to

Published: Jun 08, 2023

WHAT TO KNOW: 44 projects will receive $217 million to increase water supply reliability, expand new water storage and conservation, and protect against flooding. And, $71 million will help respond to local drought impacts. These are critical investments that will make California more resilient to drought and flooding. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom has advanced an unprecedented $8.5 billion worth of investments to conserve, store, and deliver more water to California communities. Recent investments have also focused on protecting Californians from historic flooding. Today, California announced over a quarter of a billion dollars for projects throughout the state to continue accomplishing these goals. The Department of Water Resources (DWR), through the Urban Community Drought Relief Grant program, has awarded over $217 million to 44 projects that will help communities strengthen drought resilience and better prepare for future dry conditions – helping advance efforts outlined in Governor Newsom's strategy to adapt California's water supply for a hotter and drier future. These investments focus on: Flood Risk Management/Groundwater Recharge

Improved Water Supply Reliability

Recycling Water

Water Conservation/Yard Transformation

Additionally, in May the Administration dedicated $71 million to address drinking water shortages, species protection, and populations particularly impacted by drought. This includes:

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