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Council receives water-supply update amid debate over Bell Canyon use and safe-yield estimate

Saint Helena City Council · August 13, 2025
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Summary

Staff presented the annual water-supply disposition report; public commenters and council members pressed staff on a new safe-yield estimate and the strategy to conserve Bell Canyon water for fire flow. Council voted to receive the report for information.

City staff presented the Fiscal Year 2024-25 water-supply update required by the municipal code, outlining storage, projected demand and a preliminary update to the city—s safe-yield analysis.

Assistant City Manager Joe Leach (presenting the item) described storage levels and the role of Bell Canyon for fire flow. Public commenter Mister Bell raised concerns…

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