Water Forum Staff Educational background Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, University of Portland (Oregon) and a Master’s in Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University Professional experience Leading and supporting water resources planning projects in California, including drought planning, flood management, and…

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Reflecting on 2021, Welcoming 2022
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State Must Cancel San Joaquin’s Application to Claim Water from the Lower American River
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Drought Report Offers Sobering Assessment and Call to Action
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The drought is different this time. Everyone in the Sacramento region must conserve water
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