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HomeMy WebLinkAbout97.PPP 041315 Legislative Affairs ProgramLegislative Quarterly Update Monday, April 13, 2015 Seek funding assistance/credit for Santa Ana River Rip Rap removal Met with US Army Corp in DC to discuss possible solutions including moving the rock to the upper part of the watershed or having the Corp replace the rock with their rock. Compile a comprehensive list of Capital Improvement projects (CIP) A comprehensive database of CIP has been created and continually reviewed and updated. This tool is useful in match funding opportunities to ongoing projects. Develop a proactive legislative advocacy agenda Continuing to host Legislative Tours. To date, Assemblyman Harper and Assemblywoman Chang have taken a tour of District. Field Representative for Senator Boxer and Assemblywoman Kim to take a tour in April/May. Continue to monitor legislation that benefits or hinders the work of the District. Take positions as necessary. Seek funding support for water recycling feasibility study Applied for WaterSmart Grant and received Letters of Support from seven cities and organizations. Went to DC to lobby congressional staff. Congressman Rohrabacher has agreed to lead a joint letter. Monitor and advise on funding opportunities available through Prop 1 Working with staff on possible projects that fit within the current funding guidelines including funding for SP 173 Water Reuse Study for GWRS. Initiative Action Questions