Fresno County supervisors approve variance to split a 5.09‑acre Willow Bluff parcel despite staff recommendation After days of public testimony and debate over water and zoning policy, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to overturn the planning commission’s denial and approve variance application No. 4181 to split a roughly 5.09‑acre parcel into two ~2.55‑acre parcels in the Willow Bluff area.

Fresno County supervisors have shaken things up by unanimously approving a land split that challenges recent planning policies, igniting a heated debate over water availability and zoning rules.

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Columbus to advertise construction of Home Road water plant, bids to open June 3 Columbus Water and Power announced it will advertise construction of the Home Road water plant this week; bids open June 3, 2026. The project is expected to add 48 million gallons per day by 2032, be expandable to 80 million, and is currently estimated at $1.6 billion.

Columbus is set to embark on a historic $1.6 billion water plant project that promises to boost capacity by 48 million gallons a day, paving the way for a more sustainable future!

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Fair Oaks Ranch details water-line, storage and wastewater upgrades to meet growth and drought City leaders described plans to expand water distribution and storage—including a new elevated tank, a shared waterline with the City of Boerne and a 500,000-gallon ground-storage tank—and a two-phase upgrade to raise wastewater treatment capacity from 300,000 to 500,000 gallons per day.

Mayor Greg Maxton reveals bold plans to enhance water reliability and wastewater capacity in Fair Oaks Ranch, tackling drought challenges head-on as the city prepares for growth.

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Duncannon outlines water, electric and fire‑station projects amid grant applications Duncannon officials told the county work group they are pursuing a new fire station (phased tax increase), a Lincoln Street water‑main replacement after detecting large leaks, and an ARC grant to install a recloser to prevent borough‑wide outages.

Duncannon is taking major steps to enhance public safety and reliability with plans for a new fire station, critical water infrastructure upgrades, and a grant application to prevent power outages.

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Committee advances bill requiring grant applicants to disclose long-term water savings The House Committee on Natural Resources, Energy and Water moved House Bill 20 29 forward with a due-pass recommendation after WIFA testified the agency already collects most disclosure items; committee vote 9–1.

The House Committee just advanced a pivotal bill that could transform Arizona's water conservation efforts by demanding detailed disclosures from grant applicants!

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Laguna Beach mayor highlights water deal, wildfire preparedness and plans for new fire station Mayor Alex Munnaghi said negotiations with Newport Beach and Fountain Valley produced a plan for a Fountain Valley well that could supply two-thirds of Laguna Beach's water and save about $800,000 annually; he also recapped wildfire mitigation investments and plans for a modern fire station.

Mayor Alex Munnaghi reveals groundbreaking plans for a local water supply that could save Laguna Beach $800,000 a year, alongside ambitious wildfire safety upgrades and a new state-of-the-art fire station.

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City approves joint water pipeline agreement with Georgia-Pacific and port authority to bolster supply reliability Council approved a joint pipeline expansion agreement with Georgia-Pacific and the Muskogee City-County Port Authority; GP will contribute $400,000, the Department of Commerce P3 program $300,000, and port capital funds will cover the balance. The city agreed to cover any overruns while exploring options to reduce costs.

Muskogee is set to enhance its water reliability with a new pipeline project backed by Georgia-Pacific and the Port Authority, promising better service for local neighborhoods!

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Laguna Beach mayor and State Sen. Tony Strickland press for streamlined permitting, more state funding for public safety Mayor Alex Runagi described a new well that will raise Laguna Beach’s local water reliability to about 66%; State Sen. Tony Strickland backed streamlining fuel-modification permitting through CEQA and pressing for full funding of Prop 36 while warning against one-size-fits-all housing mandates and criticized state spending priorities such as high-speed rail.

Laguna Beach's local water reliability is about to skyrocket, but can streamlined permitting and bipartisan cooperation tackle the challenges of fire safety and housing mandates?

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Laguna Beach and Newport Beach sign up for shared Fountain Valley wells to boost local water supply Laguna Beach purchased land in Fountain Valley in 2024 and will partner 50/50 with Newport Beach and Fountain Valley to drill wells and connect them into existing pipelines, officials said. Newport officials said the addition would move the city toward 100% local groundwater supply; Laguna officials said the wells will help exercise long-held local

Laguna Beach and Newport Beach are teaming up to drill groundwater wells, marking a historic shift towards local water reliability and independence from imports!

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Commissioners approve sewer‑use ordinance amendments and authorize $2.15M guaranteed maximum price for St. James water improvements The board approved amendments to the county sewer‑use ordinance that clarify connection rules and exceptions, and authorized a contract price amendment establishing a $2,153,500 guaranteed maximum price for water improvements to increase pressure and connectivity around St. James.

Brunswick County Commissioners have just approved critical amendments to the sewer-use ordinance and a $2.15 million contract for vital water system improvements in St. James!

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Raleigh Utility Department seeks approval for $10M waterline replacement project Committee approves recommendation for $10M waterline replacement project application to Mexico Water Trust.

Roswell's City Council is stepping up to tackle critical water supply issues with a $10 million waterline replacement project—will they secure the funding needed for this essential upgrade?

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New Water Tank Project Aimed at Enhancing Singer Island's Water Supply by 2027 Singer Island plans new water tank and treatment facility to boost pressure and volume.

Riviera Beach is set to transform its water supply with a new million-gallon tank and treatment facility, ensuring reliable pressure for residents and emergency services by 2027!

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Water Infrastructure Projects Enhance Reliability Across Comstock Township and Richland Township Comstock Township and Richland Township launch water main projects to boost service reliability.

Kalamazoo is taking bold steps to upgrade its water infrastructure, ensuring reliable service for a growing community and meeting modern regulatory standards.

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