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Supervisors amend and refer Tuolumne River water-supply resolution, add conservation and recycling language
Summary
Supervisor Sophie Maxwell9s amendment to a resolution urging environmental analysis of Tuolumne River diversions was adopted and the item was referred to committee for further consideration after the board added language emphasizing conservation and recycling.
The Board of Supervisors on June 12 took up a resolution urging an environmental analysis of proposals that would increase diversions from the Tuolumne River. Supervisor Sophie Maxwell offered an "amendment of the whole" that added conservation and recycling measures to the board9s requested actions and recommended additional agency involvement in environmental review.
Maxwell said the amendment broadened the resolution to ensure that the city9s interest included conservation and reuse options as well as close oversight of any diversion-related proposals. The amendment was seconded and adopted by the board. Supervisors then moved to refer the matter to committee for further review.
Why it matters: The Tuolumne River supplies water to parts of the Bay Area; proposed diversions and supply changes have implications for downstream ecosystems and regional water planning. Adding conservation and recycling language directs city staff and partner agencies to examine alternatives and better integrate city water policy into any analysis.
Board action: Supervisor Maxwell9s amendment of the whole was adopted and the file was referred to committee for follow-up analysis and possible further recommendations from the board.
