The Assembly Water, Parks and Wildlife Committee held an informational and oversight hearing on Proposition 1 Implementation on Tuesday, February 10, 2015. After opening comments by the committee chair, the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) presented on the background of Proposition 1, and principles moving forward. The LAO presentation was followed by a panel featuring State agency representatives that will receive funding from Proposition 1. The panel members represented the Natural Resources Agency, the Department of Water Resources, the Department of Fish and Wildlife, the State Water Resources Control Board, the Wildlife Conservation Board, and the California Water Commission.
The final panel consisted of various stakeholders who presented recommendations for maximizing public benefits. Stakeholders on the panel represented the California Water Foundation, the Association of California Water Agencies, the California Farm Bureau Federation, the Community Water Center, and the Natural Resources Defense Council. Related materials can be accessed here.