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Public questions Groundwater Authority communications after erroneous settlement release reported by local paper

Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority · November 15, 2025
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Public commenters and board members raised concerns that a press release announcing a settlement with a local mining company was issued prematurely and remained on Authority channels; staff declined to discuss details citing ongoing litigation and attorney‑client privilege.

During public comment and later in the general manager’s report the Authority heard repeated concerns about a press release circulated by its communications firm that a local paper characterized as announcing a settlement between the Authority and a mining company. Judy Decker said the…

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