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November 3, 2026 at 11:02 PM
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Marshall County is taking a big step forward by seeking Lessard-Sams funding for the Tamarac River Enhancement Project, opening the door for vital improvements and community benefits!

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Marshall County to seek Lessard‑Sams funding for Tamarac River enhancement, may use County Ditch 45 funds
The Board approved a letter requesting Lessard‑Sams funding to acquire easements for the Tamarac River Enhancement Project and agreed to utilize County Ditch 45 funds as necessary. Houston Engineering participated by phone during the discussion.
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November 8, 2026 at 3:29 AM
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We’re pleased to highlight two more CWRA #Scholarships available to support graduate students pursuing studies in #WaterResources 👏🎓

💧 The Harker/Cameron – Women in Water Scholarship ($2,000)

💧 The Rick Ross Student Scholarship ($2,000)
November 4, 2026 at 7:35 PM
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Gwinnett County is set to consider a staggering $26.3 million contract for Water Resources consulting services—discover what this means for local projects!

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Gwinnett County requested $26.3 million for Water Resources consultant demand services
County staff asked the Board to award RP016-26 for consultant demand services for Water Resources projects for up to $26.3 million and to increase a related consultant authorization from $20 million to $25 million; the Water and Sewerage Authority previously approved related items in late October 2026.
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November 6, 2026 at 6:02 AM
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Barnstable County is facing a daunting $78 million backlog in deferred capital, but strategic budget priorities are on the table to address crucial needs like wastewater and housing.

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County administrator outlines FY27 priorities, flags $78 million in deferred capital
Barnstable County's administrator previewed an operating budget message prioritizing structural balance, deferred capital (about $78 million backlog), wastewater work and housing coordination; commissioners discussed reserve policy and contingency procedures.
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November 5, 2026 at 6:28 AM
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Gwinnett County is set to approve multi-million dollar contracts for vital water and sewer projects, including a staggering $9 million for sewer rehabilitation!

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Gwinnett County staff requested multi‑million dollar awards for sewer, water main and chemicals
Staff asked the Board to approve several large Water Resources procurements, including a $9 million sanitary sewer rehabilitation program, a $3.92 million State Route 120 water main replacement, and more than $10 million in annual chemical purchases across multiple contracts; several items noted prior Water and Sewerage Authority approvals on Oct. 26, 2026.
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November 6, 2026 at 6:05 AM
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Council members took a deep dive into water management strategies with a unique card game that could shape the future of the Great Salt Lake Basin.

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Advisory council plays basin scenario game to shape Great Salt Lake Integrated Plan
Division of Water Resources and Envision Utah led an interactive scenario game to test packages of water-management strategies, score trade-offs across cost, water benefit, ecosystem health, agriculture and dust reduction, and capture group inputs for scenario modeling.
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November 7, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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Robinson City Council has taken a bold step towards securing future water resources by applying to join the Central Texas Water Alliance.

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Robinson Council approves application to Central Texas Water Alliance
The Robinson City Council placed a resolution to join the Central Texas Water Alliance on the consent agenda and approved it; staff said membership may improve regional planning and access to reallocated Lake Whitney water. The dues are $5,000/year with a $1,000 application fee paid from the utility fund.
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November 7, 2026 at 11:53 PM
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Key regional water projects in South Dakota are vying for federal funding to secure a sustainable future for rural and municipal systems—will they succeed?

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Regional water-system projects brief board, seek feasibility and match funds
Representatives from Dakota Mainstem, WINS, Western Dakota and others updated the board on multi‑state and regional water proposals and requested SWARMS funding; staff recommended and the board approved modest SWARMS awards in the omnibus recommendations.
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November 6, 2026 at 10:13 AM
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Residents in Russell County are rallying against proposed data centers, citing serious environmental and health risks that could threaten their community.

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Residents press board to halt data-center deals, cite health and tax concerns
During public comment speakers urged Russell County supervisors to oppose data centers, raising environmental, water-use and forever-chemical risks and questioning whether the long-term tax benefits promised to the county will materialize.
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November 5, 2026 at 7:58 PM
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Governor Abbott is demanding a pause on data-center permits in Texas, emphasizing that local concerns and resource protection must come first.

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Letter from Gov. Abbott read into record urging pause on data-center permits
A letter from Gov. Greg Abbott to the TCEQ about Beacon Data Centers’ permit applications was read into the court record; the letter directs TCEQ to pause data-center-related permits until ERCOT completes an audit and to ensure local concerns are heard.
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November 3, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Sandoval County has declared a state of disaster as heavy rains wreak havoc, damaging roads and threatening public health—emergency measures are now in place to secure vital water supplies.

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Commissioner Jones urges state and federal aid as Sandoval County declares flood disaster
Sandoval County commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 11-3-26.3 declaring a state of disaster after heavy rains caused flooding that washed out roads and damaged water systems in communities including Torreon and Ojo Encino; the measure authorizes emergency procurements and requests outside assistance.
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November 7, 2026 at 1:01 AM
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Gwinnett County is poised to award a staggering $26.3 million for consulting services to enhance its water resources, signaling significant investment in infrastructure!

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Gwinnett staff sought $26.3 million for Water Resources consulting contracts
A staff report asked the Gwinnett County Board to award a $26.3 million pool of consultant demand services for Water Resources and to increase a related 2026 contract from $20 million to $25 million; the Water & Sewerage Authority previously approved the request on Oct. 26, 2026.
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November 5, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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A local resident is urging county officials to invest in an independent water study to ensure informed decisions about our precious resources, challenging the narrow focus of existing projects.

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Resident asks supervisors to fund independent countywide water study
A Lake Patagonia resident asked the board to prioritize and fund an independent, countywide groundwater and water-resource study, arguing project-specific studies (like the South32 review) do not provide the comprehensive data needed for long-term planning and to protect communities.
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November 5, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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Gwinnett County is gearing up to invest nearly $5.2 million in vital water infrastructure and long-term monitoring—find out what this means for the community!

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Gwinnett staff asked to award $3.92M State Route 120 water-main project and fund USGS monitoring at $1.29M
The packet asked the board to award a $3.92 million State Route 120 water-main replacement contract and to authorize a $1,293,900 Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for long-term monitoring, with Gwinnett’s share at $1,133,700.
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November 5, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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Friendswood's latest drainage update reveals major projects underway and a surprising withdrawal from a key funding agreement—what does this mean for the future of flood management?

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Council hears quarterly drainage update and wider regional flood plans
City engineers reported on local detention ponds, terracing, and the Friendswood Regional Stormwater Detention Basin; staff noted the Galveston County Consolidated Drainage District withdrew from a regional funding agreement and council discussed regional WRDA, SAFER and sediment study findings showing about 16.7 million cubic yards of sediment in Clear Creek.
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November 5, 2026 at 1:48 PM
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Denton City is considering a 180-day moratorium on new data centers amidst growing community concerns over water usage and environmental impacts.

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After hours of public comment, council schedules final moratorium vote Dec. 1
Staff read the first of two required readings for a proposed moratorium on new data-center applications citing limited water, wastewater, and transmission capacity; dozens of public speakers urged the moratorium or a ban, citing water use, emissions and local impacts; council scheduled the second reading and final vote for Dec. 1.
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November 5, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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Urgent action is needed in Gold Point as residents face a severe health crisis due to a lack of water, leaving the fire department without supply since July 2024.

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Gold Point emergency planning triggered by NDWR filings alleging town has been without water
Board packet asked commissioners on Nov. 4, 2026 to hold an urgent planning session after two NDWR filings said Gold Point had no household water and the fire department had been shut off, citing long-running permit disputes and calling for immediate review and possible emergency actions.
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November 5, 2026 at 11:55 AM
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Esmeralda County is set to approve a crucial lease for water that could power the ambitious Lone Mountain Geothermal project—find out the details behind Ormat's bold construction plans!

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County manager sought authorization to draft 10 AFA lease for Ormat construction water; company provided higher estimates
Joseph Dunn asked Nov. 4, 2026 for authority to draft a lease of 10 acre-feet annually (AFA) from the Fish Lake Valley hot pond for Ormat's Lone Mountain geothermal construction; Ormat's letter estimates up to ~9.21 AFA for initial grading and ~8.40 AFA for longer construction phases, and said Ormat would pay permitting fees.
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November 5, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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Esmeralda County is on the brink of a major geothermal project as the manager pushes for a short-term water lease with Ormat to kickstart the Lone Mountain Power Plant!

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County manager sought authorization to draft 10 AFA lease with Ormat for Lone Mountain geothermal construction
The county manager asked the Esmeralda County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 4, 2026 to allow staff to draft a lease of 10 acre‑feet annually from the Fish Lake Valley Hot Pond Well to Ormat for construction of a geothermal plant, with the lease term capped at two years and all fees to be paid by Ormat.
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November 5, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Stillwater is set to benefit from a $1 million federal boost for a crucial transmission line project, with more funding on the horizon for waterline improvements!

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Consultants say $1 million secured for transmission line; $30 million WRDA authorization could affect city projects
MML Partners representatives told trustees the city secured $1 million in FY26 appropriations for a transmission line, cited a $750,000 request included in FY27 House interior appropriations for College Gardens waterline improvements, and noted a $30 million authorization in the 2024 Water Resources Development Act that could change how projects are funded.
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November 4, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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Stillwater is set to receive a $1M boost for its northeast transmission line and a staggering $30M authorization for a regional storage project, paving the way for significant growth!

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Consultants report $1M secured for Stillwater transmission line, $30M authorization in WRDA
MML Partners told trustees they secured $1,000,000 in FY26 funding for Stillwater's northeast transmission line, noted a $750,000 FY27 request for College Gardens waterline and a $30,000,000 authorization in the Water Resources Development Act for a regional storage project; they cautioned authorization is not equivalent to appropriation.
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November 3, 2026 at 10:09 PM
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Major investments are underway for water and sewer projects in High Point, including a $2.2 million sewer rehab and crucial PFAS testing to ensure compliance.

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Committee approves multiple water and sewer capital projects, PFAS testing transfer
The committee approved contracts for a Ward Water Treatment Plant tank recoating ($181,907), East Side Wastewater clarifier installation ($240,000), Upper Boulding sanitary sewer rehab ($2,207,480.43) and CHA inspection and pre‑resurfacing camera/cleaning task orders; staff also transferred $200,000 from PFAS settlement funds for lab testing and program planning.
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November 1, 2026 at 4:08 AM
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Brewster County residents voiced strong opposition to proposed tax abatements for data centers, warning that such projects could jeopardize vital water resources and the local tourism economy.

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Residents urge Brewster County to exclude data centers from tax-abatement guidelines
At a packed Oct. 27 public hearing, dozens of Brewster County residents urged officials to restrict tax abatements, arguing data centers and other large industrial projects threaten water supplies, night skies and tourism; several speakers asked the court to wait for pending state legislation and to require independent environmental reviews.
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November 2, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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Perkins has just approved a significant increase in borrowing capacity, paving the way for a $6 million investment in essential sewer infrastructure!

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Perkins authority and city approve up-to-$6 million promissory note tied to OWRB financing
Both the Perkins Public Works Authority and the City of Perkins approved resolutions authorizing an increase to the aggregate principal amount not to exceed $6,000,000 for promissory notes to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board; staff said the real need is about $5.76 million for new sewer work plus an existing loan balance.
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October 31, 2026 at 5:40 PM