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GREEN LIVING

esidents of the Highway 68 implementation reflects the needs and about water sustainability and helping
RCorridor and Corral de Tierra realities of the people who rely on this to secure the future of groundwater in
areas have an opportunity to help resource every day. the Highway 68 corridor, the Corral De
shape the way local groundwater As part of implementing the GSP, Tierra area, and beyond.
resources are managed. The Salinas the SVBGSA is conducting a Water Take the survey here: svbgsa.org/
Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Efficiency Pilot Program to help rural demand-management/wepp
Agency (SVBGSA) is working to achieve residents improve water efficiency and SVBGSA has also developed an online
groundwater sustainability across contribute to sustainable groundwater resource with practical water-saving
the region, including the “Loop” area. management. Residents are invited solutions that are tailored for well owners
This work is part of a the larger effort to participate in a short survey about and small rural water systems. For more
required by the State of California to household water use. The survey asks information, visit: svbgsa.org/resources/
ensure that groundwater — the lifeline about general water usage, challenges water-efficiency “Small changes can
for rural homes, farms and businesses and conservation opportunities. make a big difference,” according to Piret
— remains available and healthy for The feedback gathered through Harmon, General Manager for SVBGSA.
generations to come. this survey will help SVBGSA better “Groundwater is a vital resource for all
Groundwater in this area supports understand community needs and tailor of us. Being mindful of our water use and
both residential and agricultural needs. groundwater management solutions that making efforts to be more water efficient
However, like much of California, the are realistic, effective, and supportive of helps the entire region work toward
region faces pressures from drought, rural lifestyles. Whether residents rely groundwater sustainability.”
climate change, and growing water on a private well or a small community
demand. To address these challenges, system, their input is essential. Responses To learn more about groundwater
the SVBGSA has developed a detailed will also help identify tools and resources management in this region and
groundwater sustainability plan (GSP) that can make a real difference in SVBGSA’s work, visit svbgsa.
that outlines strategies for monitoring, improving water efficiency at home. org/monterey-subbasin. Through
managing, and preserving groundwater The survey only takes a few minutes community participation and shared
supplies. Stakeholder engagement to complete. By participating, residents stewardship, sustainable groundwater
is essential to ensure the plan are contributing to a larger conversation management is within reach.

Help Protect

And Sustain

Groundwater

BY ALEXANDRA BAKER, SALINAS VALLEY BASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY

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