SGMA Update for the Santa Ynez River Valley Basin
The Santa Ynez Water Group, Santa Barbara Vintners Association, and Vineyard Team (Sustainability in Practice) invite you to an important informational meeting regarding the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Water Act (SGMA) in the Santa Ynez River Valley Basin (Basin).
DATE: July 10, 2024
TIME: 10:00 AM
LOCATION: Hotel Corque, 400 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA 93462
Please RSVP to Gina Ross at gina@circlevision.com by June 28, 2024
Why you should want to attend-
- The Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) was adopted into law in 2014 and is now moving into the action phase. Understand what it means to you and your operation.
- The three Groundwater Sustainability Agencies governing the Santa Ynez River Groundwater Basin have signed Joint Powers Authority agreements.
- What to expect with groundwater pumping in the Santa Ynez Valley in the next 18 months.
- Landowners should be aware that SGMA has the authority to limit groundwater pumping within the basin, which could potentially impact land values.
- Update on SYWG efforts and advocacy to protect your overlying water rights. Change is happening and we need your involvement!
Please RSVP to Gina Ross at gina@circlevision.com by June 28, 2024 so we have room for you!
