Monthly Archives: April 2007

EPA List of New Drinking Water Contaminants

Posted on April 20, 2007 by Larry

I thought this might be of interest (and possibly of use). Have a great day, Rue Regulatory Determinations for Priority Contaminants on the Second Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List On this page The Second CCL Regulatory Determinations Schedule http://www.epa.gov/safewater/ccl/reg_determine2.html#schedule April … Continue reading →

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Discussion on Trace Pollutants in Our Water System

Posted on April 17, 2007 by Larry

Katy; Once the stuff enters the wastestream the only way to remove it is with modern a modern plant. But You are also correct that everyone should  reduce the so-called point source of pollution. We will probably need serious legislation for … Continue reading →

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Study Session on Trace Pollutants to SR’s IRWP

Posted on April 17, 2007 by Larry

At this study session for Santa Rosa’ watershed plan, Brenda Aldeman from the local Russian River Protection Committee will give a short talk on the research she has done on various trace pollutants getting into rivers mainly from wastewater sources. … Continue reading →

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Judge Orders State to Stop Killing Delta Fish

Posted on April 13, 2007 by Larry

Agency told to obey law in 60 days or shut down pumps that send water to Southern California Glen Martin, Chronicle Environmental Writer March 2007 The pumps that send water to 24 million Californians illegally kill endangered and threatened fish … Continue reading →

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Court Rules That WaterRight Restrictions To Protect Fish Habitat Did Not Constitute A Taking

Posted on April 13, 2007 by Larry

By Alfred E. Smith, II Nossaman Water Law In a decision entered on March 29, 2007, the United States Court of Federal Claims ruled that the government need not pay compensation to a water district for restrictions on water diversions … Continue reading →

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SCWA Dangerously Low Water Supply Alert

Posted on April 11, 2007 by Larry

SCWA Low Water Supply Level Alert Press conference: Thursday, 4/12, 10:30am, Healdsburg Memorial Beach Media Advisory For Immediate Release Contact: April 10, 2007 Brad Sherwood 707. 521.6204 Cell Phone: 707.570.7448 Dangerously Low Water Supply Levels Projected Agency to urge for … Continue reading →

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Gone to the Well Once Too Often

Posted on April 9, 2007 by Larry

The Importance of Ground Water to Rivers in the West A Report by Trout Unlimited’s Western Water Project Click Here to Download Report and here for Ground Water Question and Answers.

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Troubling times for Santa Cruz water supply

Posted on April 9, 2007 by Larry

By Shanna McCord Sentinel staff writer Worried that the city’s reservoir could run uncomfortably low this summer, city water workers will hand out tickets to people washing cars or watering lawns during the heart of the day. Beginning May 1, … Continue reading →

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Quotes from Shiva’s Water Wars

Posted on April 9, 2007 by Larry

Hi, I’m sending this to every one I know because I really do believe that water is something we all need to be more mindful of. I hope you will take a look at the information below about bottled water … Continue reading →

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2002 RR Water Quality Testing Report and Endocrine Disruptors

Posted on April 5, 2007 by Larry

This should be an interesting and helpful study. Endorsement by the SCWC would be a valid idea. The SCWC should also find out which other utilities or groups in Sonoma County and surrounding areas are also planning or conducting similar … Continue reading →

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