The Orange County Board of Supervisors convened on December 3, 2024, to discuss critical water supply issues facing the community. The meeting focused on exploring immediate and medium-term solutions to address the county's water needs, particularly in light of potential drought conditions.

The discussion began with a proposal to investigate a partnership with Greene County to enhance water supply management. Board members expressed support for this initiative, emphasizing the urgency of addressing water needs without misleading the public about the long-term implications. One supervisor suggested modifying the language of the resolution to clarify that the proposed solutions are not permanent fixes but rather stopgap measures to ensure water availability in the near future.

Supervisors highlighted the importance of communicating to the public that this initiative is part of a broader strategy to secure water resources for both residents and businesses. They agreed on the necessity of framing the resolution to reflect that it is one of multiple solutions being considered to tackle the county's water supply challenges.

The board also discussed the potential for establishing a holding facility in the eastern part of the county to further bolster water storage capabilities. This proposal aims to provide additional resources while the county continues to explore long-term water supply planning.

After thorough deliberation, the board unanimously passed the resolution to proceed with investigating the feasibility of the partnership with Greene County. The meeting concluded with a commitment to keep the public informed about ongoing efforts to secure a sustainable water supply for Orange County's future.