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Home My WebLink About8.5.22 Board Correspondence - FW_ Glenn Groundwater Authority Board Meeting- August 8, 2022 (2) From:Paulsen, Shaina To:BOS Subject:Board Correspondence - FW: Glenn Groundwater Authority Board Meeting- August 8, 2022 Date:Friday, August 5, 2022 1:27:37 PM Attachments:22.08.08_GGA_ Agenda_FINAL.pdf Please see Board Correspondence below. Shaina Paulsen Associate Clerk of The Board Butte County Administration 25 County Center Drive, Suite 200, Oroville, CA 95965 T: 530.552.3304 | F: 530.538.7120 From: Lisa Hunter <LHunter@countyofglenn.net> Sent: Friday, August 5, 2022 1:04 PM Subject: Glenn Groundwater Authority Board Meeting- August 8, 2022 ATTENTION: This message originated from outside Butte County. Please exercise judgment before opening .. attachments, clicking on links, or replying. Please see attached agenda for the Glenn Groundwater Authority Board meeting. Meeting of the Glenn Groundwater Authority Board of Directors August 8, 2022 1:30 PM 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 Remote Public Participation Option: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 231 129 054 39 Passcode: cxgmbj Download Teams | Join on the web Or call in (audio only) +1 323-676-6164,,565923814# United States, Los Angeles Phone Conference ID: 565 923 814# Find a local number | Reset PIN Learn More | Meeting options ________________________________________________________________________________ The agenda and meeting materials (once available) can also be found on the GGA Meetings webpage at: https://www.countyofglenn.net/resources/minutes-agendas-groundwater-authority-water/glenn- groundwater-authority-meeting-august-8 Have a wonderful day! Glenn Groundwater Authority Groundwater Sustainability Agency 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 530.934.6540 Meeting of the Glenn Groundwater Authority Board of Directors August 8, 2022 1:30 PM 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 Remote Public Participation Option: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 231 129 054 39 Passcode: cxgmbj Download Teams | Join on the web Or call in (audio only) +1 323-676-6164,,565923814# United States, Los Angeles Phone Conference ID: 565 923 814# Find a local number | Reset PIN Learn More | Meeting options ________________________________________________________________________________ MEETING AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. *Approval of meeting minutes from July 11, 2022 4. PERIOD OF PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public are encouraged to address the GGA Board of Directors on items relevant to the GGA. Public comments are limited to no more than 5 minutes. No action may be taken on public comments. 5. STAFF UPDATES 6. FINANCIAL REPORT a. *Review and accept Monthly Activities Report b. *Review and consider approval of claims 7. GLENN COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES a. *Approve cost-share of recruitment, hiring, and on-boarding costs for a new County employee that will support GGA activities. b. Provide direction on recruitment preferences. 8. COLUSA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILTY PLAN a. GSP Development Grants (Proposition 1 and Proposition 68) and Project Agreements b.Groundwater Sustainability Plan Implementation c. Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Plan solicitation for Projects i. *Authorize staff to coordinate with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and submit projects to the Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Group for consideration to include in the Plan. 9. WATER YEAR 2022 ANNUAL REPORT a. *Approve approach to develop the Water Year 2022 Annual Report pending concurrence with the Colusa Groundwater Authority to: Issue a Request for Proposals to develop Water Year 2022 Annual Report, OR Request a proposal from Davids Engineering, Inc. 10. RECHARGE PILOT PROJECT AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS a. Receive report from Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee b. *Approve recommendation to select Geosyntec Consultants to provide groundwater recharge consulting services pending agreement on a negotiated scope of work and budget. c. *Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for Task I not to exceed $41,000 and authorize the Program Manager or Chair to execute the Geosyntec Consultants Standard Contract agreement pending Counsel review and input. d. *Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for remaining tasks to bring to the GGA Board for consideration at a future meeting. 11. GRANT WRITING SERVICES a. *Approve approach to engage in grant writing services for the upcoming Sustainable Groundwater Management Round 2 grant application pending concurrence with the Colusa Groundwater Authority to: Engage the services of Davids Engineering, Inc., OR Request proposals from specific individuals/firms, OR Issue a Request for Proposals to provide grant writing services for the SGM Round 2 grant 12. UPDATE ON WATER CONSERVATION CAMPAIGN 13. COMMITTEE UPDATES a. Audit Services Ad Hoc Committee b. Executive Committee i. CGA/GGA Joint Executive Committee c. Funding Ad Hoc Committee d. Multi-Benefit Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee e. Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee f. Technical Advisory Committee g. Water Well Drilling Permits and Standards Ad Hoc Committee 14. CLOSED SESSION §54956.9 Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated or significant exposure to litigation regarding tax refund claims and challenges to previously adopted property related fees. Page | 2 15. CLOSED SESSION Conference with Legal Counsel Existing Litigation Aqualliance, California Water Impact Network, and California Sportfishing Alliance vs. Colusa Groundwater Authority, Glenn Groundwater Authority Colusa County Superior Court - Case Number CV24584 16. REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION 17. MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS 18. NEXT MEETING 19. ADJOURN *Indicates Action Item A complete agenda packet, including back-up information, is available for public inspection during normal work hours at 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988. After posting of this Meeting Agenda, the public may request copies of support information for public agenda items listed. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Glenn Groundwater Authority will make available to persons with a disability disability- related modification or accommodations. Notification two days prior to the meeting will enable the Glenn Groundwater Authority to make arrangements to provide reasonable accommodations. If requested, this document and other agenda materials can be made available in an alternative format for persons with a disability who are covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Lisa Hunter at 530-934-6540. CERTIFICATION: Pursuant to Government Code §54954.2 the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on or before 1:30 pm on August 5, 2022. Page | 3 Glenn Groundwater Authority Groundwater Sustainability Agency 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 530.934.6540 Meeting of the Glenn Groundwater Authority Board of Directors August 8, 2022 1:30 PM 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 Remote Public Participation Option: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 231 129 054 39 Passcode: cxgmbj Download Teams | Join on the web Or call in (audio only) +1 323-676-6164,,565923814# United States, Los Angeles Phone Conference ID: 565 923 814# Find a local number | Reset PIN Learn More | Meeting options ________________________________________________________________________________ MEETING AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. *Approval of meeting minutes from July 11, 2022 4. PERIOD OF PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public are encouraged to address the GGA Board of Directors on items relevant to the GGA. Public comments are limited to no more than 5 minutes. No action may be taken on public comments. 5. STAFF UPDATES 6. FINANCIAL REPORT a. *Review and accept Monthly Activities Report b. *Review and consider approval of claims 7. GLENN COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES a. *Approve cost-share of recruitment, hiring, and on-boarding costs for a new County employee that will support GGA activities. b. Provide direction on recruitment preferences. 8. COLUSA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILTY PLAN a. GSP Development Grants (Proposition 1 and Proposition 68) and Project Agreements b.Groundwater Sustainability Plan Implementation c. Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Plan solicitation for Projects i. *Authorize staff to coordinate with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and submit projects to the Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Group for consideration to include in the Plan. 9. WATER YEAR 2022 ANNUAL REPORT a. *Approve approach to develop the Water Year 2022 Annual Report pending concurrence with the Colusa Groundwater Authority to: Issue a Request for Proposals to develop Water Year 2022 Annual Report, OR Request a proposal from Davids Engineering, Inc. 10. RECHARGE PILOT PROJECT AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS a. Receive report from Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee b. *Approve recommendation to select Geosyntec Consultants to provide groundwater recharge consulting services pending agreement on a negotiated scope of work and budget. c. *Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for Task I not to exceed $41,000 and authorize the Program Manager or Chair to execute the Geosyntec Consultants Standard Contract agreement pending Counsel review and input. d. *Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for remaining tasks to bring to the GGA Board for consideration at a future meeting. 11. GRANT WRITING SERVICES a. *Approve approach to engage in grant writing services for the upcoming Sustainable Groundwater Management Round 2 grant application pending concurrence with the Colusa Groundwater Authority to: Engage the services of Davids Engineering, Inc., OR Request proposals from specific individuals/firms, OR Issue a Request for Proposals to provide grant writing services for the SGM Round 2 grant 12. UPDATE ON WATER CONSERVATION CAMPAIGN 13. COMMITTEE UPDATES a. Audit Services Ad Hoc Committee b. Executive Committee i. CGA/GGA Joint Executive Committee c. Funding Ad Hoc Committee d. Multi-Benefit Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee e. Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee f. Technical Advisory Committee g. Water Well Drilling Permits and Standards Ad Hoc Committee 14. CLOSED SESSION §54956.9 Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated or significant exposure to litigation regarding tax refund claims and challenges to previously adopted property related fees. Page | 2 15. CLOSED SESSION Conference with Legal Counsel Existing Litigation Aqualliance, California Water Impact Network, and California Sportfishing Alliance vs. Colusa Groundwater Authority, Glenn Groundwater Authority Colusa County Superior Court - Case Number CV24584 16. REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION 17. MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS 18. NEXT MEETING 19. ADJOURN *Indicates Action Item A complete agenda packet, including back-up information, is available for public inspection during normal work hours at 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988. After posting of this Meeting Agenda, the public may request copies of support information for public agenda items listed. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Glenn Groundwater Authority will make available to persons with a disability disability- related modification or accommodations. Notification two days prior to the meeting will enable the Glenn Groundwater Authority to make arrangements to provide reasonable accommodations. If requested, this document and other agenda materials can be made available in an alternative format for persons with a disability who are covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Lisa Hunter at 530-934-6540. CERTIFICATION: Pursuant to Government Code §54954.2 the agenda for this meeting was properly posted on or before 1:30 pm on August 5, 2022. Page | 3 Glenn GroundwaterAuthority Groundwater Sustainability Agency 225 N. Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 530.934.6540 Board of Directors Meeting Materials August 8, 2022 1:30 PM 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 Remote Public Participation Option: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 231 129 054 39 Passcode: cxgmbj Download Teams | Join on the web Or call in (audio only) +1 323-676-6164,,565923814# United States, Los Angeles Phone Conference ID: 565 923 814# Find a local number | Reset PIN Learn More | Meeting options ________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER The Chairperson will call the meeting to order and lead the flag salute. 2. ROLL CALL Roll call will be conducted. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. *Approval of meeting minutes from July 11, 2022 Draft meeting minutes are attached. Attachments July 11, 2022 GGA Board meeting minutes GGA Board of DirectorsPage 1 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Glenn Groundwater Authority Groundwater Sustainability Agency 225 N. Tehama Street,Willows, CA 95988 530.934.6540 Meeting Minutes Glenn Groundwater Authority Board of Directors July 11, 2022 1:30 p.m. LOCATION: 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 The meeting was also conducted via teleconference; accessible via telephone, computer, smartphone or tablet. nd Director Members Present: Alternate/2 Alternate Directors Agency Representing: X X Grant Carmon Tom Arnold County of Glenn X Bruce Roundy Pete Carr City of Orland nd Ed Vonasek (2) City of Orland X R Gary Hansen (Vice Chair) Evan Markey City of Willows X Matt Deadmond Leslie Nerli Glide Water District X R John Amaro (Chair) Thad Bettner Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District X R Charles Schonauer Emil Cavagnolo (2:01) Orland-Artois Water District X Randy Hansen Wade Danley Kanawha Water District X Mark Lohse Seth Fiack Monroeville Water District X Gary Enos Lance Boyd Princeton-Codora-Glenn Irrigation District/ Provident Irrigation District considered members of the public. Others in attendance: Lisa Hunter (GGA/Glenn County), Valerie Kincaid (GGA Counsel), Dan Cummings, Ryan Aston, Jenny Scheer (Water and Land Solutions), Brandon Davison (DWR), Denise Carter (CGA), Carol Thomas-Keefer (CGA), Patricia Vellines (DWR), Grant Davids (Davids Engineering), Ben King (CGA TAC), Jaime Lely (landowner), Toni Longley (California Olive Ranch), Anjanette Shadley (Western Canal Water District) 1.CALL TO ORDER Chair Amaro called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance was recited. 2.ROLL CALL Roll call was taken as indicated above. 3.APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. * Approval of meeting minutes from June 14, 2022 Chair Amaro invited comments or revisions on the aforementioned meeting minutes. No comments were heard. On motion by Director Schonauer, seconded by Director Gary Hansen, the meeting minutes of the June 14, 2022 meeting were unanimously approved as presented. 4.PERIOD OF PUBLIC COMMENT Ben King reviewed highlights from a recent California Water Commission meeting, stating the Los Vaqueros Reservoir Expansion project has been approved for additional funding and a whitepaper on groundwater GGA Board of DirectorsPage 2 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 trading has been released. Mr. King encouraged the Board to review both the Sites Reservoir and Los Vaqueros Reservoir together as potential connections to the State Water Project. Director Carmon asked where the Los Vaqueros Reservoir is located whereby Mr. King answered it is located in Contra Costa County, east of San Francisco. Link to California Water Commission Presentation 5.STAFF UPDATES Glenn Groundwater Authority (GGA) Program Manager, Lisa Hunter, stated the acknowledgment form has been developed and approved in response to the well permitting executive order released in April. She is working the Countys Environmental Health staff to implement the process to comply with the order. Ms. Hunter stated she will have a more comprehensive update on the Countys staff recruitment at the next meeting. 6.FINANCIAL REPORT a. *Review and accept Monthly Activities Report. b. *Review and consider approval of claims. No discussion was held on item 6.a. On motion by Director Gary Hansen, seconded by Director Enos, it was unanimously ordered to accept the Monthly Activities Report as presented. No discussion was held on item 6.b. On motion by Director Schonauer, seconded by Director Carmon, it was unanimously ordered to approve the claims as presented. 7.COLUSA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILTY PLAN a. GSP Development Grants (Proposition 1 and Proposition 68) and Project Agreements b. Groundwater Sustainability Plan Implementation c. Discussion on upcoming Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant d. Discussion on Water Year 2022 Annual Report Relating to item 7.a, Ms. Hunter stated the grant projects are winding down and all grant project work has been completed as of June 30, 2022. The remaining portion of the grant involves grant administration in the form of reporting, invoicing, and similar tasks which should be completed in August. In relation to item 7.b, Ms. Hunter highlighted the Well Monitoring Pilot Program report, stating there are 16 participants, and though the agreements originally anticipated a 50% cost share for the program, there was enough grant funding to cover 100% of the costs. Ms. Hunter also highlighted the land subsidence benchmark report provided in the packet, stating there are 12 new benchmarks in the subbasin, five of which are in Glenn County. Ms. Hunter further stated that the Hydrogeologic Investigation Work Plan should be expected by the next meeting which will assist in completing the next grant application. The Airborne Electromagnetic (AEM) Survey project data is expected to be available in May 2023. In relation to item 7.c, Ms. Hunter reviewed the projected grant timeline, stating the grant solicitation is expected to open in October 2022; however, 2 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 3 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 agreements will be executed between September and November 2023. This schedule highlights that funding will not be available through this program until late 2023, at the earliest. Only one application is allowed per basin, so the CGA/GGA Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will continue to work on prioritizing projects. Ms. Hunter recommended the Board consider hiring a grant writer, which could be executed as an independent task order with on call consultant Davids Engineering. Director Carmon spoke in favor of hiring a grant writer. Director Lohse also spoke in favor of hiring a grant writer, given the short time line. Director Arnold asked if the costs would be split with the CGA, whereby Ms. Hunter stated that arrangement has been done in the past, whereby GGA held the contract with the consultant and invoiced the CGA at the end of the project. CGA Chair, Denise Carter, stated the matter will be going to the next CGA Board meeting. Chair Amaro asked how competitive the funding is for the grant and what the criteria is for selection, whereby Ms. Hunter stated the funding is available to all high and medium priority basins, including the critically over drafted basins, and each award will be between $1-20 million. Anjanette Shadley of the Western Canal Water District stated there are 73 medium and high priority basins in California and that the grant guidelines have not been released yet. Pat Vellines, DWR, clarified that the grant guidelines for Round 1 are available and should be the same or very similar to what is expected for Round 2. The consensus of the Board was to pursue a grant writer for assistance with the next grant. Ben King also spoke in favor. In relation to item 7.d, Ms. Hunter asked the Board to consider their approach to prepare the Water Year 2022 Annual Report, which is due April 1, 2023. The water year ends September 30, 2022 and that is when work could commence. Ms. Hunter stated there would be heavy collaboration with the CGA since the report is for the entire subbasin; she also suggested a technical consultant be hired to do the work. Director Carmon stated he prefers that a Request for Proposals (RFP) or Request for Qualifications (RFQ) be issued for any work to be done to remain competitive. Directors Roundy and Gary Hansen spoke in favor of hiring Davids Engineering for familiarity, consistency, and efficiency purposes, whereby Ben King spoke in favor of a competitive process. Chair Amaro inquired about the timeline for the RFP process, whereby Ms. Hunter answered a six-week solicitation issued in mid-August would award a contract by October or November. The Board consensus was to bring back this item as an action item at the next meeting to determine whether or not to issue an RFP. 8.WATER CONSERVATION CAMPAIGN Ms. Hunter reviewed the aforesaid matter, stating the overall discussion at the last three meetings has led to consensus for an educational conservation campaign versus any mandatory actions due to the complexity of any potential enforcement. She then asked what option(s) the Board would like to move forward with for outreach and distribution and reviewed various ideas and options for the Board to choose from. Chair Amaro asked where the funding would come from whereby Ms. Hunter stated this project would be self-funded (not grant-funded) and there is funding in the budget. The amount would depend on what options the Board selected. Director Carmon spoke in favor of utilizing various online mediums to disseminate information to keep costs low. Director Gary Hansen spoke against mailers to be efficient with staff time and resources and spoke in favor of highlighting the mission. Jaime Lely spoke in favor of cost-efficiency and suggested a newspaper article and social media posts. Chair Amaro asked what portion of the water users in the jurisdiction have supplied email addresses, whereby Ms. Hunter stated the exact number is not known but it is not very many of the total users. Discussion ensued. The Board consensus was to issue a press release and pursue as much online presence as possible in distributing educational conservation methods and information. If the press release is not widely addressed 3 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 4 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 by the press, the Board may consider publishing an article in the local newspapers. The Board provided direction for staff to work with the Executive Committee to finalize the water conservation campaign materials. 9.GGA BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT a. *Consider pursuing GGA Boundary adjustment with DWR and State Water Resources Control Board. b. *Consider suspension of Prop 218 fees for lands that may qualify for boundary adjustment. Ms. Hunter stated a letter was received from Holly Reimers regarding comments on this item, which was distributed to the Board and will be made available on the website. GGA Counsel, Valerie Kincaid, reviewed the aforesaid matter, stating the memo enclosed in the packet provides background and boundary adjustment considerations. Ms. Kincaid further stated that a GGA boundary adjustment may be considered to move certain parcels under the jurisdiction of the State Board instead of the GGA. The parcels most likely to qualify would be parcels without wells or small domestic well users, and reviewed what the process would entail. Director Gary Hansen commented on the presence of irrigation wells in the basin. Jaime Lely asked if the parcels that would be removed from the District would also be removed entirely from the basin and all reporting would be done to the State, whereby Ms. Kincaid stated the parcels would be removed from the GGA jurisdiction, but not out of the basin. She further stated users would report to and pay fees to the State Water Resources Control Board and would have to comply with SGMA no matter the jurisdiction. Discussion ensued surrounding the differences in fees between the GGA and the State Water Board and the definition of de minimis users. Ben King asked if parcels with no wells are charged any fees whereby Ms. Kincaid stated the State Water Board charges are based on a well head fee and water extraction fee. Mr. King also asked how irrigated versus livestock parcels would be differentiated, Ms. Kincaid stated a determination would need to be made on a case-by-case basis. Jenny Scheer asked if the parcels with no wells are able to add wells or become mixed use parcels in the future, whereby Ms. Kincaid stated the County would remain the well permitting agency and the State Water Board would be the regulatory agency if parcels are excluded from the GGA. The GGA would not be involved in that decision; however, the State Water Board and County would communicate regarding that topic. Mr. King asked if the parcel could be reinstated with another boundary adjustment, whereby Ms. Kincaid stated this may be a possibility but the administrative costs of switching in and out of the basin is high. Director Arnold asked if the parcels being adjusted have no viable water available, whereby Ms. Kincaid stated there are some irrigated parcels included in this analysis so that may not be true. Holly Reimers spoke to the need to separate parcels by irrigated lands that only use surface water, those that use groundwater, and those that use both. Chair Amaro clarified this item is to consider the boundary adjustment, and this is not the final action. On motion by Director Roundy, seconded by Director Carmon, it was unanimously ordered to pursue a GGA Boundary Adjustment with DWR and State Water Resources Control Board. 4 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 5 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Ms. Kincaid stated that parcel analysis as well as outreach to the landowners will be crucial, and that the fee suspension is not final but an act of a good faith effort while research is being conducted on the matter. On motion by Director Carmon, seconded by Director Enos, it was unanimously ordered to suspend the Prop 218 fees for lands that may qualify for boundary adjustment. 10. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ANNUAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021/2022 a. *Approve issuing Request for Proposals for Annual Audit Services for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 pending Counsel review. b. *Appoint Audit Services Ad Hoc Committee and authorize the Committee to complete all tasks necessary to bring a consultant selection recommendation to the GGA Board. Ms. Hunter reviewed the matter, stating the GGA has reached the end of their contract extension with the current provider and so issuing an RFP is recommended. Ms. Hunter stated the option to extend the contract for an additional three years will be included in the RFP. On motion by Director Roundy, seconded by Director Gary Hansen, it was unanimously ordered to issue a Request for Proposals for Annual Audit Services for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 pending Counsel review. Director Gary Hansen volunteered for the Ad Hoc Committee proposed in item 10.b, as well as Director Roundy. On motion by Director Randy Hansen, seconded by Director Roundy, it was unanimously ordered to appoint Directors Gary Hansen and Roundy to the Audit Services Ad Hoc Committee and authorize the Committee to complete all tasks necessary to bring a consultant selection recommendation to the GGA Board. 11. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY DATA REVIEW, FEE ANALYSIS AND RATE SETTING SERVICES a. *Approve issuing Request for Qualifications for Groundwater Sustainability Agency Data Review, Fee Analysis and Rate Setting Services pending Counsel review. b. *Appoint Funding Ad Hoc Committee and authorize the Committee to complete all tasks necessary to bring a consultant selection recommendation to the GGA Board and to coordinate with the Colusa Groundwater Authority as needed. Ms. Hunter reviewed the aforesaid matter. Ms. Hunter stated the CGA is interested in collaborating which may result in cost efficiencies and consistency across the basin. Director Carmon suggested the GGA and CGA Ad Hoc Committees meet prior to releasing the RFQ, whereby Ms. Hunter stated releasing the RFQ is no guarantee of a consultant selection and that if the GGA decides to collaborate and select the same consultant as CGA, this could be negotiated in the contract scope of work. On motion by Director Gary Hansen, seconded by Director Roundy, it was unanimously ordered to issue a Request for Qualifications for Groundwater Sustainability Agency Data Review, Fee Analysis and Rate Setting Services pending Counsel review. 5 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 6 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Director Gary Hansen recommended the Executive Committee serve as the committee responsible for tasks outlined in item 11.b. Upon further discussion, he rescinded the recommendation and instead recommended an ad hoc committee formed. Directors Gary Hansen and Carmon volunteered to be on the Funding Ad Hoc Committee. On motion by Director Roundy, seconded by Director Enos, it was unanimously ordered to create a Funding Ad Hoc Committee and authorize the Committee to complete all tasks necessary to bring a consultant selection recommendation to the GGA Board and to coordinate with the Colusa Groundwater Authority as needed. By consensus the Board appointed Directors Gary Hansen, Carmon, and Amaro to serve on the committee. 12. COMMITTEE UPDATES a. Executive Committee i. CGA/GGA Joint Executive Committee b. Multi-Benefit Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee c. Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee d. Technical Advisory Committee e. Water Well Drilling Permits and Standards Ad Hoc Committee. Ms. Hunter reviewed the timeline for the Recharge Services RFQ and stated the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee will meet following the deadline for submittals. Toni Longley, of California Olive Ranch, stated their organization is in support of the Recharge Pilot Project Program and looks forward to tracking the status and results. Mr. King spoke regarding winter water rights, permits, and fees. Ms. Hunter stated the TAC is working closely with the CGA TAC to prioritize projects for the upcoming grant application. Mr. Lohse added one of the questions the TAC was asked to consider is what happens if the drought conditions persist. Mr. King, CGA TAC member, spoke about the new subsidence benchmarks and potential locations for additional benchmarks. 13. CLOSED SESSION Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated or significant exposure to litigation regarding tax refund claims and challenges to previously adopted property related fees. 14. CLOSED SESSION Conference with Legal Counsel Existing Litigation Aqualliance, California Water Impact Network, and California Sportfishing Alliance vs. Colusa Groundwater Authority, Glenn Groundwater Authority Colusa County Superior Court - Case Number CV24584 No public comments were presented or heard for agenda items 13 or 14. The Board adjourned to closed session at 3:11 p.m. 6 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 7 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 15. REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION The Board returned from closed session at 3:35 p.m.; counsel provided updates on both agenda items 13 and 14. 16. MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS No comments were reported or heard. 17. NEXT MEETING The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. 18. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 3:36 p.m. 7 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 8 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 4. PERIOD OF PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public are encouraged to address the GGA Board of Directors on items relevant to the GGA. Public comments are limited to no more than 5 minutes. No action may be taken on public comments. 5. STAFF UPDATES The program manager will provide brief status updates. Reminders and/or clarifications may also be made at this time. 6. FINANCIAL REPORT a. *Review and accept Monthly Activities Report. b. *Review and consider approval of claims. The Monthly Activities Report and Claims Summary are attached. Attachments Monthly Activities Report Claims Summary Budget to Actuals (DRAFT) GGA Board of DirectorsPage 9 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Monthly Activities Report Glenn Groundwater Authority Monthly Activities Report June 2022 DRAFT DescriptionAmount Beginning Balance$ 1,179,161.71 Revenue Colusa Groundwater Authority Inv 22-GGA-01$ 175,707.70 Special Assessment Parcel Fee (COUNTY OF GLENN INV 22-GGA-06)$ 2,233.96 PRINCETON CODORA GLENN IRRIG DISTRICT INV 22-GGA-11$ 25.82 PROVIDENT IRRIGATION DISTRICT INV 22-GGA-12$ 50.78 SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD C/O UNION PACIFIC RR TAX INV 22-GGA- 13$ 4.56 GLENN COLUSA IRRIGATION DIST INV 22-GGA-05$ 33.86 ORLAND CITY OF INV 22-GGA-09$ 2,839.64 INTEREST APPN ACCRUAL$ 2,127.70 Total Revenue$ 183,024.02 Expenses Paris Kincaid Wasiewski, LLP Inv 1850$ 7,717.50 CliftonLarsonAllen LLP Inv 3279595$ 1,500.00 Davids Engineering, Inc. Inv 1178.03-5148$ 18,946.50 Davids Engineering, Inc. Inv 1178.04-5160$ 1,902.50 A-87 COST (6/2022)$ 149.08 Paris Kincaid Wasiewski, LLP Inv 1889$ 2,240.00 Davids Engineering, Inc. Inv 1178.03-5185$ 12,781.75 Total Expenses$ 45,237.33 Ending Balance$ 1,316,948.40 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 10 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Monthly Activities Report Glenn Groundwater Authority Monthly Activities Report July 2022 DRAFT DescriptionAmount Beginning Balance$ 1,316,948.40 Revenue INTEREST RECEIVABLE$ (2,127.70) Total Revenue$ (2,127.70) Expenses Golden State Risk Management Authority Inv# GS2207100579$ 1,735.00 Total Expenses$ 1,735.00 Ending Balance$ 1,313,085.70 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 11 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Claims Summary Glenn Groundwater Authority Invoices to be paid Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Invoice DateInvoice NumberDescriptionAmount 7/11/20221178.03-5236Davids Engineering, Inc. (GSP Development)$ 171,850.77 8/1/20221914Paris Kincaid Wasiewski, LLP$ 2,065.00 8/3/202222-WR-06Glenn County- Admin Support (Apr-Jun 2022)$ 21,010.23 8/4/20221178.05-5260Davids Engineering, Inc. (On Call Support)$ 2,303.25 Total$ 197,229.25 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 12 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Glenn Groundwater Authority Budget FY 2021/2022 FINAL APPROVED 6/16/21 Current Actual Approved FY Through June Remaining 21/22 Draft Budget REVENUES Grant Revenue Other $ - Total Grants - $ - $ - Other Government Agencies Colusa Groundwater Authority* 973,500 $ 939,247.58 $ 34,252.42 Other $ - 973,500 939,248 $ 34,252.42 Total Other Government Agencies Assessments Property Related Fee Per Acre (current $1.50/ac) 427,786 $ 418,373.96 $ 9,412.04 Well Head Fee - $ - $ - Extraction Fee - $ - $ - Other - $ - $ - 427,786 418,374 $ 9,412.04 Total Assessments Other Interest 5,000 $ 9,393.88 $ (4,393.88) 5,000 $ 9,393.88 $ (4,393.88) Total Other TOTAL REVENUES 1,406,286 $ 1,367,015.42 $ 39,270.58 EXPENSES Administration- Contracted County Services 120,000 $ 64,410.17 $ 55,589.83 Program Administration Support - $ - $ - Legal Services 100,000 $ 78,702.50 $ 21,297.50 Certified Public Accountant (Yearly Audits) 10,500 $ 10,500.00 $ - JPA Insurance 1,800 $ 1,754.00 $ 46.00 County Bookkeeper 5,000 $ 1,789.00 $ 3,211.00 GSP Development/Implementation 1,223,500 $ 620,997.69 $ 602,502.31 Long Term Funding Options $ - $ - Professional Services 20,000 $ 1,709.70 $ 18,290.30 Board Expenses 2,000 $ - $ 2,000.00 Special Department Expenses 25,000 $ - $ 25,000.00 Legal Notices 1,200 $ - $ 1,200.00 County Tax Roll Fee 5,000 $ 2,354.57 $ 2,645.43 Contingency/Reserve 42,000 $ - $ 42,000.00 TOTAL EXPENSES 1,556,000 $ 782,217.63 $ 773,782.37 Note: A-87 Cost allocated to County Bookkeeper line item GGA Board of DirectorsPage 13 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Glenn Groundwater Authority Budget FY 2022/2023 Approved 5/9/22 Current Approved FY Actual through Remaining 22/23 Jul Budget REVENUES Grant Revenue Other $ - Total Grants - $ - $ - Other Government Agencies Colusa Groundwater Authority* 100,000 $ - $ 100,000.00 Other $ - 100,000 - 100,000 Total Other Government Agencies Assessments Property Related Fee Per Acre (current $1.50/ac) 427,786 $ - $ 427,786.00 Well Head Fee - $ - $ - Extraction Fee - $ - $ - Other - $ - $ - 427,786 $ - $ 427,786.00 Total Assessments Other Interest 4,000 $ (2,127.70) $ 6,127.70 4,000 $ (2,127.70) $ 6,127.70 Total Other TOTAL REVENUES 531,786 $ (2,127.70) $ 533,913.70 EXPENSES Administration- Contracted County Services 170,000 $ - $ 170,000.00 Program Administration Support $ - $ - Legal Services 120,000 $ - $ 120,000.00 Certified Public Accountant (Yearly Audits) 10,800 $ - $ 10,800.00 JPA Insurance 2,000 $ 1,735.00 $ 265.00 County Bookkeeper 9,519 $ - $ 9,519.00 GSP Development/Implementation** 583,000 $ - $ 583,000.00 Long Term Funding Options 90,000 $ - $ 90,000.00 Professional Services 35,000 $ - $ 35,000.00 Board Expenses 2,000 $ - $ 2,000.00 Special Department Expenses 25,000 $ - $ 25,000.00 Legal Notices 1,000 $ - $ 1,000.00 County Tax Roll Fee 5,000 $ - $ 5,000.00 Contingency/Reserve 50,000 $ - $ 50,000.00 TOTAL EXPENSES 1,103,319 $ 1,735.00 $ 1,101,584.00 Net (Revenue-Expenses) (571,533) (3,863) Note: A-87 Cost allocated to County Bookkeeper line item *The revenue is grant reimbursements from the CGA for GSP Development (pass through to reimburse technical consultant work). **GSP Development expenses were funded through a grant (see CGA revenue line) for FY 21/22. FY 22/23 expenses are expected to be funded directly by the GGA. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 14 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 7. GLENN COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES a. *Approve cost-share of recruitment, hiring, and on-boarding costs for a new County employee that will support GGA activities. b. Provide direction on recruitment preferences. At the February 14, 2022 meeting, it was requested that an item be placed on future agendas to discuss GGA staffing. Discussion was initiated at the March 16, 2022 meeting. At that meeting, the Board reviewed various options for staff support and requested staff to provide additional information on staffing needs to consider at a future meeting. On April 11, 2022 the Board continued staffing discussions and agreed the budget ad hoc committee would consider options while developing the 22/23 budget and directed Director Carmon to request the County move forward with creating a position for the water resources division. At the May 9, 2022 meeting, Director Carmon reported that he had discussions with the County Administrator Officer (CAO), who was finalizing the next fiscal year budget and the County planned to include the part time employee position requested by the GGA, but the County requested the GGA share 50% of the costs for the training of the new employee. It was agreed this item be placed on a future agenda for consideration. At the June 14, 2022 meeting, Ms. Hunter reported she had initial discussions with the CAO in regards to cost- sharing the onboarding of a new employee, and he had directed her to work with the Planning and Community Development Services Agency (PCDSA) Director to determine the criteria for cost-sharing. Ms. Hunter further stated that the new position was included in the new fiscal year budget. The GGAs 22/23 Budget includes $170,000 for Administrative Services. Relevant portions of the GGAs Joint Powers Agreement are included below. ARTICLE 4: GOVERNANCE 4.10 Administrator. The Members hereby designate the County of Glenn to serve as administrator of, and keeper of records for, the Authority. EXHIBIT E- INITIAL FUNDING AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT RECITALS ARTICLE 3: SERVICES AGREEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT OF CONSULTANTS 3.1 Agreement with County for Administrative Services. 3.1.1 Services Agreement between County and Authority. The Members contemplate that the County of Glenn will provide administrative services and related for the Authority during the term of this AGREEMENT. Upon formation of the Authority, the County and Authority may negotiate a new administrative services agreement to augment or supersede this AGREEMENT. 3.1.2 Scope of County Services and Recoverable costs. For the term of this AGREEMENT, the County shall provide administrative and financial services to the Authority. Such services many include, without limitation, project management related to the administrative services for the Authority, including the development and implementation of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan pursuant to SGMA, and financial, bookkeeping, invoicing and contracting services. A more detailed scope of services shall GGA Board of DirectorsPage 15 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 be stated in the services agreement between the County and Authority, as provided in Article 3.1.1 hereof. 3.1.3 Invoicing and Payment and Reimbursement of County Services. The County shall invoice the Authority quarterly for all costs and expenses incurred in carrying out the services required under this AGREEMENT, and as required under future funding agreement. Said invoices shall include the reasonable cost to the County for providing the staff and human resources time required to carry out the administrative services behalf, including but not limited to rents, overhead, materials, insurance, benefits, taxes and the like. Invoicing shall be quarterly, and invoices shall include a statement of the the prior month. The Authority shall pay all invoices within thirty (30) days of receipt. 3.1.4 Direction of the Authority Board. The services provided in this AGREEMENT shall be at the direction of the Board of the Authority, although the County is and shall remain the employer of any staff providing services hereunder. The County shall be deemed an independent contractor to the Authority, and the Authority shall have no authority to terminate, suspend, reprimand or otherwise discipline any County employee providing services hereunder, but shall direct all employment issues and complaints to the County which shall have absolute discretion to act. The Bylaws for the Glenn Groundwater Authority adopted September 10, 2018 state the following: ARTICLE 6. AUTHORITY ADMINISTRATION, MANAGEMENT AND STAFFING PROGRAM MANAGER. The Program Manager of the Authority shall be the chief administration officer of the Authority and shall be responsible for the proper and efficient administration of the Authority. Subject to such supervisory powers as may be given by the Board, the Administrator shall generally supervise, direct, and control the business and the employees of the Authority. 6.1.2 The Board has appointed a staff member of Glenn County as Program Manager will include necessary staff time as well as the purchase and maintenance of any necessary materials and/or equipment required by the Program Manager in order to complete the work. 6.1.3 Duties of the Program Manager. The Program Manager shall 1) develop agendas and staff reports for Board packets; 2) bring pertinent issues to the attention of the Board; 3) prepare and present a proposed budget to the Board and control the approved budget; 4) appoint, direct and remove employees of the Authority; 5) implement and manage contracts and agreements approved by the Board, and 6) perform such other and additional duties as assigned by the Governing Board. Pursuant to the JPA, Article 3.1.4, the County has requested the GGA Board provide direction and explicitly approve the cost-share of recruitment, hiring, and on-boarding costs for a new County employee that will support GGA activities. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 16 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 The GGA may wish to consider an amount to not to exceed during the recruitment and hiring process if desired. Staff additionally requests input on recruitment preferences which may include, but not limited to, the length of time to recruit, where to advertise, and the cap on recruitment costs. Attachments Glenn County Recruitment Request and Selection Plan GGA Board of DirectorsPage 17 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 RECRUITMENT REQUEST AND SELECTION PLAN DEPARTMENT:_______________________________________BUDGET UNIT #_______________________________________ Class Title:___________________________________ _______ # of Vacancies to be filled:_________________________________ THIS POSITION IS:Regular Full-Time Hourly Regular Full-Time Salary :__________________________________ Regular Part-Time Public Service Employee (PSE) SCHEDULE: Monday Friday Alternative Explain in commentsCOMMENTS:___________________________________________ ANNOUNCEMENT TYPE: Flyer BrochureMERIT POSITION:NoYes Request to hire off existing eligible list: TYPE OF RECRUITMENT DESIRED: Open Promotional LENGTH OF ELIGIBILITY LIST: 6 Months 12 Months All advertising choices will be billed to the recruiting department. ThePersonnel Officewillalwaysadvertiseon CalOPPS and JobTips. Other choices include: Craigslist: ______categories ($20/each)Sacramento BeeSacramento Valley MirrorIndeed, Budget:$__________ Tri-County Newspapers (Includes Glenn County Transcript and Colusa Sun Herald)CSAC Website - $/posting Butte College Chico Enterprise RecordGovernment Jobs.Com ($175/job) Chico State Other (specify):_____________________________________________________________________ Inaddition, theannouncement will be emailed out to all counties inthestate. Before theadvertisement is officially placed,all quotes will be senttothe department for approval. RECRUITMENT PERIOD DESIRED: One Week Two Weeks Three Weeks Other: Comments: _________________ SELECTION CRITERIA TO BE USED: EXAMINATIONS REQUIRED - (Suggested Criteria Attached) WRITTEN EXAM (Identify if possible) ___________________________ ORAL EXAM PERFORMANCE EXAM / SKILL TEST (Specify type of exam desired) _____________________________________ OTHER (Please specify) _____________________________________ As a reminder, all examinations, including interview questions, must be approved by the Personnel Department in conjunction with the Appointing Authority. POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT EXAMS: DRUG SCREEN ________________________ BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ___________ PHYSICAL EXAM _____________________ PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATION ______________ LIVESCAN _________________________ OTHER (Please specify) ___________________ Comments:_________________________________________________________________ OTHER INFORMATION, COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS THAT WILL BE HELPFUL IN THE RECRUITMENT AND SCREENING PROCESS: (Use additional sheets if necessary)____________________________________________________________________________________ DEPARTMENTAL CONTACT: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Name, Title and Phone #) ____________________________________________________ _______________________________________ DEPARTMENT HEAD SIGNATUREDATE ___________________________________________________________________________________________ GGA Board of DirectorsPage 18 DATE COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER SIGNATURE Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 - 22Rev.12/1 GCPER/19 EE 8. COLUSA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILTY PLAN a. GSP Development Grants (Proposition 1 and Proposition 68) and Project Agreements b.Groundwater Sustainability Plan Implementation c. Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Plan solicitation for Projects i. *Authorize staff to coordinate with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and submit projects to the Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Group for consideration to include in the Plan. Grant and Project Updates The Proposition 1 and Proposition 68 GSP Development Grants are managed by the CGA. The invoice and progress report covering April through June 2022 will be finalized soon. Proposition 1 Grant Funds: $1,000,000.00 Expended: $948,051.40 (through March 2022- Invoice 14) (no updates) Remaining: $51,948.60 Proposition 68 Grant Funds: $999,600.00 Expended: $735,635.35 (through March 2022- Invoice 14) (no updates) Remaining: $263,964.65 The GGA holds the agreements with Davids Engineering for one active project related to the Proposition 1 and Proposition 68 grants. Work from these projects is invoiced to CGA to include in the grant reimbursement requests (grant invoices). CGA reimburses the GGA after payment from DWR is received. Colusa Subbasin GSP Development Project Contract Amount: $1,542,600 Expended: $1,461,189.10 (through June 2022) Remaining: $81,410.90 The GGA has an on-call support services agreement with Davids Engineering. Task Order 1 includes a variety of tasks to provide on-call technical support. SGMA On-Call Support Services Contract Amount: $10,000 Expended: $2,303.25 (though July 2022) Remaining: $7,696.75 GSP Implementation Work is currently focused on completed any remaining grant tasks and preparing for the upcoming Sustainable Groundwater Management grant solicitation. The hydrogeologic investigation work plan is nearing completion and will likely be available by August 2022. CGA and GGA staff are working collaboratively with the consultant team on these items. Northern Sacramento Valley Integrated Regional Water Management (NSV IRWM) Plan solicitation for Projects The NSV IRWM is soliciting for projects to be included in the NSV IRWM Plan (NSV IRWMP). The NSV IRWM spans a six-county area which includes Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Shasta, Sutter, and Tehama Counties. A grant funding opportunity for this region is due in February 2023 and may be a good fit for some of the Colusa Subbasin GSP projects. In order to be considered for IRWM funding, the projects must be included in an IRWMP. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 19 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 For the NSV IRWM, applications are submitted on an ongoing basis. The Technical Advisory Committee reviews the applications and makes a recommendation to the NSV IRWM Board as to whether the project should be included in theNSV IRWMP. The NSV IRWM Board approves projects to be added to the Plan.The deadline to submit project submittals in order to be considered for this round of funding is September 2, 2022. Please see the attachment for additional details. The Project Submittal Form can be found on the NSV IRWM website at: https://nsvwaterplan.org/mdocs-posts/nsv-irwm-project-submittal-form/ Attachments NSV IRWM Project Solicitation Email (8/1/22) GGA Board of DirectorsPage 20 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 21 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 22 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 9. WATER YEAR 2022 ANNUAL REPORT a. *Approve approach to develop the Water Year 2022 Annual Report pending concurrence with the Colusa Groundwater Authority to: Issue a Request for Proposals to develop Water Year 2022 Annual Report, OR Request a proposal from Davids Engineering, Inc. At the July 11, 2022 meeting, the Board held initial discussion on potential approaches to complete the Water Year (WY) 2022 Annual Report, which is due to DWR by April 1, 2023. The water year ends September 30, 2022 at which point, preparation of the report could begin. After some discussion, the Board requested this item be brought back to a future meeting to determine whether to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for this project. It was also understood that this effort will be completed in coordination with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and it is important to have concurrence with the approach selected. Staff has communicated with the CGA and no clear direction from the CGA is immediately available, as differing opinions on the approach exist. The CGA Board is scheduled to meet August 23. Staff recommends the approach to issue an RFP and include the option to extend the agreement for two additional years (Annual Reports 2, 3, and 4) pending concurrence with the CGA. If the RFP is released in late- August for a six week period, an agreement could be executed in November 2022. If this approach is selected, a special meeting may be needed to approve the RFP. Additional discussion and direction on the approach for completing the WY 2022 Annual Report may include other considerations. Examples of some considerations are listed below: Coordination with the CGA (lead- staff, Executive Committee, TAC, and/or another committee) Timeline/Schedule Budget for report preparation (The GSP assumes $23,000 each for the CGA and GGA for GSP updates in 2023 and estimated annual reports will cost between $40,000 and $60,000 annually. 10. RECHARGE PILOT PROJECT AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS a. Receive report from Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee b. *Approve recommendation to select Geosyntec Consultants to provide groundwater recharge consulting services pending agreement on a negotiated scope of work and budget. c. *Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for Task I not to exceed $41,000 and authorize the Program Manager or Chair to execute the Geosyntec Consultants Standard Contract agreement pending Counsel review and input. d. *Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for remaining tasks to bring to the GGA Board for consideration at a future meeting. The Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee report and recommendations are attached. Attachments Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee Report GGA Board of DirectorsPage 23 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Members: 5/9/22) Meetings: Discuss potential recharge projects and bring recommendations to the GGA Board. Complete all tasks necessary to bring a consultant recommendation to the GGA Board (added 6/14/22). Discussion: At the May 9, 2022 GGA Board meeting, the ad hoc committee provided an overview of potential recharge project locations and necessary tasks to move forward with planning recharge projects. The ultimate goal is for the GGA to be ready to utilize recharge opportunities as they arise based on specific GGA Board of DirectorsPage 24 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 situations and locations. The ad hoc committee recommended the Board engage a technical consultant to further develop recharge project planning and implementation including funding needs. The Board held a detailed discussion on possible approaches and needs in order to implement select projects. The Board favored bringing consultant on board to assist in the development of recharge projects. The committee met on June 6, 2022 and reviewed the May 9 Board discussion, reviewed sample Request for Proposals (RFP) and discussed a path forward to select a consultant to plan, analyze, design, and implement groundwater recharge projects. The committee prepared a draft Request for , which was approved at the June 14, 2022 Board meeting. The RFQ for Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services was released on June 17, 2022. Questions that were submitted prior to the July 1, 2022 deadline were clarified in Addendum 1 issued on July 18, 2022. The submittals were due on July 18, 2022. The GGA received three proposals, all of which were deemed complete and qualified. Respondents included: Davids Engineering, Inc. (subcontractors: Environmental Science Associates, ERA Economics, West Yost & Associates, California State University Sacramento Consensus and Collaboration Program); Total proposed cost: $298,369 Geosyntec Consultants (subcontractor: Water and Land Solutions); Total proposed cost: $157,860 Larry Walker Associates (subcontractor: ECORP Consulting, Inc., Cal Polys Irrigation Training & Research Center, Kjeldsen, Sinnock & Neudeck, Inc., University of California Cooperative Extension Program, Will Lewis Consulting); Total proposed cost: $79,763 The committee met on July 26, 2022 to review the proposals. It was quickly noted during the review process that the costs were not easily comparable because the scope of work was not the same for each proposal. Ultimately, the committee agreed to invite Geosyntec Consultants for an interview/presentation. The interview was held August 4, 2022. Following the interview, the committee held discussion on the three proposals and the additional information from the interview. The committee agreed to recommend the Board engage Geosyntec Consultants to provide recharge consulting services pending agreement on a scope of work and budget. They further agreed it would be helpful to negotiate the first task to start the project quickly, and spend additional time to develop the remaining tasks and budget. The four tasks identified are shown on page 18 of the proposal and a description of Task 1 begins on page 18 as well. Task 1 is estimated to cost $40,835. There are sufficient funds to cover Task 1 within the Professional Services, Special Department Expenses, and/or GSP Development/Implementation budget line items. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 25 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Recommendations: The committee provides the following recommendations: 1. Select Geosyntec Consultants to provide groundwater recharge consulting services pending agreement on a negotiated scope of work and budget. 2. Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for Task I not to exceed $41,000 and authorize the Program Manager or Chair to execute the Geosyntec Consultants Standard Contract agreement pending Counsel review and input. 3. Authorize the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee to negotiate a scope of work and budget for remaining tasks to bring to the GGA Board for consideration at a future meeting. Attachments: RFQ for Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services Addendum 1 Proposal Summary Geosyntec Consultants Proposal GGA Board of DirectorsPage 26 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 RFQ Issue Date: June 17, 2022 Addendum 1 Issued: July 6, 2022 SOQ Submission Deadline: July 18, 2022 3:00 PM Issued by: Glenn Groundwater Authority Mailing Address for RFP: 225 North Tehama Street Willows, CA 95988 Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 1 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 27 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Request for Qualifications for Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services Addendum 1 Addendum 1 is being issued to clarify certain sections. Clarifications are included in red text. All other content remains the same. 1. Introduction The Glenn Groundwater Authority (GGA) is seeking a qualified firm/professional to plan, analyze, design, and implement groundwater recharge projects in the GGA portion of the Colusa Subbasin. The GGA intends to award one or more contracts to a firm/professional that meet our qualification criteria and has successfully performed services on similar projects in the past. The successful firm/professional will be required to enter into a contract with the GGA for services requested in this RFQ. Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) must be received by July 18, 2022 at 3:00 PM to be considered for this opportunity. All Proposed Respondents Should Note that it is their responsibility to: Read carefully all of the contents of this entire RFQ. Ask for clarification in writing before submission due dates. Address all requirements and follow all procedures of this RFQ. Immediately inform the RFQ Contact Person of any problems with this RFQ solicitation. Submit all responses by the required dates and times. 2. Background and Project Description The GGA is one of two Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) in the Colusa Subbasin, of the Sacramento Valley Groundwater Basin, covering the portion of the subbasin within Glenn County. The GSAs coordinated on a single Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) that was submitted to the Department of Water Resources in January 2022. The first Annual Report was submitted in April 2022. These important documents outline historical and current conditions within the subbasin and outline steps to achieve and maintain sustainability within the implementation timeframe. One critical component of the GSP is developing and implementing groundwater recharge projects. This RFQ is seeking a consultant to provide the planning, analyzing, designing, and implementing of selected groundwater recharge projects in the GGA portion of the Colusa Subbasin. 3. Description of Services Required The GGA is interested in exploring, designing, and implementing a phased recharge plan. It is expected that the scope of services will consider previous studies and efforts when appropriate to determine the most efficient and effective path forward. Services may include applying for water rights, coordinating with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies, cost-benefit analysis, determining the appropriate mix of projects considering the range of available options, identification and design of project sites, design of infrastructure if needed, and outreach. Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 2 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 28 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 During this time period, there would be substantial work completing these questions: ? What is the best approach in terms of on-farm recharge versus dedicated recharge basins? How might the GSA coordinate with local landowners, water suppliers (example: irrigation/water districts), and neighboring GSAs or basins to create the largest benefit? How can recharge projects be funded? These conversations would be in conjunction with work that will be conducted by a rate consultant. The GGA does not expect this project to include a rate consultant; rather, the GGA may engage the services of a rate consultant and the GGA would expect both teams to coordinate as needed. 4. Desired Qualifications The successful firm/team must demonstrate experience in the following areas specifically relating to groundwater recharge: Project planning and implementation Familiarity with laws and regulations Familiarity with CEQA/NEPA Water quality components Funding aspects Identifying benefits Public outreach and coordination 5. Format for Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Responses to the RFQ must be made according to the requirements set forth in this section, both for content and for sequence. Failure to adhere to these instructions, or inclusions of conditions, limitations, or misrepresentations in a response may be cause for rejection of the submittal. Incomplete SOQs will not be considered. SOQs must be submitted on 8- for charts, etc.). Type size must be large enough to be easily legible, but shall not be smaller than 11 point. Submissions must be received no later than July 18, 2022, 3:00 PM. Mandatory Content and Sequence of Submittal: a) Cover Letter shall be a maximum two (2) page Cover Letter and introduction, and shall include the name and address of the respondent submitting the SOQ, together with the name, address and telephone number of the contact person who will be authorized to make representations for the respondent, the respondent's federal tax ID number and a list of subcontractors, if any. b) Table of Contents shall be a detailed Table of Contents and shall include an outline of submittal, identified by sequential page number and by section reference number and section title as described therein. c) Summary of Firm Capabilities and Experience shall be a maximum of seven (7) pages in length (excluding resumes) and shall planning and Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 3 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 29 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 implementing groundwater recharge projects and a description of the for successfully developing and completing this project. i. organizational structure, identify decision-making roles, and why this is advantageous to the project. Describe the roles and background of the team leader and key team members. Please provide a narrative history of the firm and its experience in providing services similar to the scope of this RFQ. Experience and focus in the public sector is of vital importance. Describe related past projects (please limit to 3 projects) completed along with a discussion comparing similarities with this proposed project. This section shall also contain a list of references for each sample project wherein similar services were performed. At a minimum, the following information must be included for each client reference: Client name, address, direct project manager name, telephone number, fax number and email address. Detailed description of services provided similar to the services outlined in the description of services required. ii. Key Personnel. Provide resumes describing the background and statement of qualifications for key personnel your firm would use on this project, including any subcontractors that are considered as key personnel on this project. iii. Statement of Qualifications for any subcontractors. If subcontractors/subconsultants are to be used, the prospective contractor must include in the proposal a description of the work to be done by each subcontractor/subconsultant. All subcontracts must be approved by the GGA and no work shall be subcontracted without prior written approval. It is expected that the discussion of subconsultants will also include experience and references to similar types of work. iv. Scheduling. Delineate the project scheduling process your firm uses. Use some or all of the projects in the {ǒƒƒğƩǤ ƚŅ CźƩƒ /ğƦğĬźƌźƷźĻƭ ğƓķ 9ǣƦĻƩźĻƓĭĻ section, as well as other projects (if necessary), as specific examples, which demonstrate your ability to deliver your work on time. d) Scope of Services in which the proposing respondents are requested to provide a reasonable draft outline of phased tasks to complete during this project. This should include short descriptions of the types of work that would be included in each phase and task. The final scope of work will be negotiated during the final selection process. Should there be any tasks that are expected to be performed by the GGA, these should also be clearly described as GSA tasks in this section. The section shall also include a draft schedule with the timeline for completing all tasks, including adequate time for the GGA to review work products and conduct any necessary public outreach, hearings, or similar processes. Work should be phased in a logical manner. Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 4 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 30 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 While no page limit is specified, the respondent should be succinct while providing sufficient detail to understand the proposed tasks and schedule. e) Cost shall detail the cost portion of the SOQ. Respondent shall provide a draft estimate of the number of hours necessary to complete each task along with the billing rate for all reimbursable expenses. This billing rate should be provided for all personnel, along with their classification, and any other reimbursable expenses. The final cost will be negotiated during the final selection process. If a contract is entered into as a result of this RFQ, the price shall become fixed for the term of the contract, unless agreed to otherwise. Note: The GGA has not defined a target budget for these services. f) 6. Submittal Instructions Proposals shall be submitted in the following manner: Submission shall contain one (1) signed, unbound original and six (6) hard copies on 8- (fold outs are acceptable for charts, etc.). One (1) electronic copy shall be provided in CD or thumb drive format or via email. The electronic copy shall be a PDF with electronic bookmarks for each section noted in {ĻĭƷźƚƓ Ўʹ CƚƩƒğƷ ŅƚƩ {ƷğƷĻƒĻƓƷ ƚŅ vǒğƌźŅźĭğƷźƚƓƭ. Submittals shall be delivered in a sealed box or envelope by the submittal deadline, clearly marked with Glenn Groundwater Authority, Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services. Submittals shall be delivered to: o Glenn Groundwater Authority ATTN: Lisa Hunter 225 North Tehama Street Willows, CA 95988 Late or incomplete submittals will not be considered. 7. Selection Process A selection committee, including representatives from the GGA, will review the SOQs based on the criteria presented below: a) Capabilities, Experience, and References and experience and expertise of key personnel for successfully completing this project. Explanations of criteria included in {ĻĭƷźƚƓ Ѝʹ 5ĻƭźƩĻķ vǒğƌźŅźĭğƷźƚƓƭ will be evaluated. This section also includes evaluation of the and delivering on schedule and on budget. Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 5 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 31 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 b) Scope of Services Description of how the respondent proposes to complete the project including deliverables to plan, analyze, design, and implement groundwater recharge projects. This includes having a complete understanding groundwater recharge laws and regulations, water availability, local dynamics of land and water use and preferences, and familiarity with current and ongoing related work within the subbasin and in the region. The proposed tasks should be outlined in a logical sequence and identify reasonable project phases. c) Cost The overall project cost in tabular form by task/subtask. d) Schedule The overall schedule to complete the proposed work by task/subtask. Criteria Points Capabilities, Experience, and References 45 Scope of Services 35 Cost and Schedule 20 Total: 100 Selection may consist of two levels of review. Level I will consist of evaluating the SOQs for the purpose of establishing the most qualified respondents. Level II will be used to select the finalist. This level may include a request for a presentation/demonstration from the finalist(s), proposal fact finding, and negotiation of scope of work, budget, and contract terms and conditions at no cost to the GGA. The GGA may discuss proposals and negotiate modifications to the proposal, draft scope of work, terms and conditions, and pricing with the prospective firm as part of the selection process. The GGA reserves the right to select more than one (1) contractor or not select a contractor under this solicitation. The GGA additionally reserves the right to reject incomplete or late proposals. 8. Timing and Schedule The following timing and schedule are estimated and subject to change. Event Anticipated Date/Time (Subject to Change) Solicitation Publication June 17-July 18, 2022 Final Date to Submit Questions and Request Clarification July 1, 2022, 3:00 PM Questions Answered via Addendum(s) July 6, 2022, 3:00 PM RFP Submittals Due July 18, 2022, 3:00 PM Preliminary Evaluation Completed July 25, 2022 Presentation/Demonstration (if desired) July 28-August 3, 2022 Evaluation Complete/Recommendations to GGA Board August/September 2022 Award of Contract September/October 2022 Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 6 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 32 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 9. General Information Any and all communication regarding this solicitation shall be in writing and directed to: Glenn Groundwater Authority Lisa Hunter Program Manager 225 North Tehama Street Willows, CA 95988 LHunter@countyofglenn.net This person will serve as the GGA contact for this solicitation and will develop an addendum to the solicitation to provide clarifications if necessary. DO NOT contact other GSA staff, Technical Advisory Committee members, Board members, or Selection Committee members regarding this project or selection procedures. Failure to adhere to these instructions may result in disqualification. Questions and requests for clarification may only be submitted by e-mail or U.S. Mail. Verbal and phone inquiries will not be answered. All questions and requests for clarification shall be submitted no later than July 1, 2022 at 3:00 PM. The GGA reserves the right to decline a response to any question on a case-by-case basis. The GGA will provide answers and clarifications by posting an addendum(s) on their website by July 6, 2022 by 3:00 PM so all potential Respondents receive consistent information. It is the responsibility of all interested firms to access the website for this information. Questions received after July 1, 2022 at 3:00 PM will not be answered. 10. Disclosure of Information All information and materials submitted to the GGA in response to this RFQ may be reproduced by the GGA for the purpose of providing copies to authorized GSA staff and selection committee members involved in the evaluation of the proposals, but shall be exempt from public inspection under the California Public Records Act until such time as a Contract is executed. Bid awards are a matter of public record. Once a Contract is executed, proposals submitted in response to this RFP are subject to public disclosure of the proposal. The GSAs shall not be liable for disclosure of any information or records related to this procurement. Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services RFQ Addendum 1 7 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 33 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Page 34 GGA Board of DirectorsMeeting Date: August 8, 2022 July 14, 2022 Statement of Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services Prepared for: Glenn Groundwater Authority 225 North Tehama Street Willows, CA 95988 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 35 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 a. Cover Letter July 14, 2022 Glenn Groundwater Authority ATTN: Lisa Hunter 225 North Tehama Street Willows, CA 95988 RE: Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services Dear Ms. Hunter, Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. (Geosyntec) is pleased to submit our qualifications for Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services to the Glenn Groundwater Authority (GGA). We understand that GGA is seeking a qualified firm to plan, analyze, design, and implement groundwater recharge projects within their portion of the Colusa Subbasin. Geosyntec in association with Water and Land Solutions, LLC (WLS) has assembled a team that offers the GGA the depth of knowledge and breadth of experience to complete the tasks outlined in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) dated June 17, 2022. The Geosyntec/WLS team has a strong desire and commitment to support the GGA on this project and exceed your expectations. Based on our experience and relationships with agencies across the state, we understand that GGA is leading the efforts for the area in exploring, designing, and implementing a phased recharge plan focused on sustainability of the Colusa Subbasin. In developing this proposal, we have reviewed numerous documents including the January 2022 Colusa Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) and April 2022 Annual Report. These documents outline historical and current conditions within the Subbasin and outline steps to achieve Sustainable Groundwater Management Action (SGMA). This project touches on many of the subject areas for sustainability per SGMA and we understand that the work done under this contract has potentially far-reaching outcomes as a foundational project. Our team has extensive experience with groundwater recharge projects and are currently working on several throughout the Central Valley that include assessment of best approaches for recharge, a pilot test for aquifer storage and recovery wells (ASR) in Tulare County, Feasibility Assessment of Flood-MAR for the Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA), coordination with local landowners, water suppliers and Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs), and funding opportunities. Our proposed Project Manager, Mr. Joseph Turner is very familiar with this geographical area as he is the primary author of the Lower Tuscan Aquifer Monitoring, Recharge, and Data Management project that forms the basis for understanding recharge mechanisms in the Northern California area including within the Colusa Subbasin that was used in the preparation of the Colusa Subbasin GSP. We intend to make sure that this project fulfills the specific technical requirements of the RFQ while establishing a Subcontractors Geosyntec is partnering with WLS to provide key personnel in addition to GeosyntecBrad Samuelson, key technical personnel, has worked with our proposed Project Manager, Joe Turner, PG, CHG, on several groundwater recharge projects including a confidential client in Fresno County and a Grant funded project in Merced County. Geosyntec and WLS have a strategic relationship where both companies subcontract services for the other. Jenny Scheer, the proposed Project Liaison is located in primary technical specialists for the VanTol project as discussed in this proposal. Between expertise working in the agricultural industry with a focus on groundwater recharge in the Colusa, Corning, Butte, Vina, and Wyandotte Creek subbasins along xperience developing in the central valley specifically working on groundwater recharge in the Merced, Madera, and Chowchilla subbasins, we feel confident that WLS is the right fit as a partner for this project. Project Understanding GGA is taking decisive action to address the immediate concern of declining groundwater levels, land subsidence, and dry wells in the Orland and Artois areas. Geosyntec and WLS have the technical knowledge and SGMA experience needed to help you do so through Task 1 proposed in section d. In addition, through Task 2 the Geosyntec/WLS team can assist GGA with a prioritization GGA Board of DirectorsPage 36 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 process to determine which project(s) provide the greatest benefits with the least costs in the long-term while being the most straightforward to implement. A key objective for this project be implemented in the near future. property using surface water delivered through Orland-Artois Water District. We will work with the GGA to determine if we should proceed based on multiple factors. For example, if the water cost is higher than other alternativesespecially this year, and if the area of benefit is not likely to include the hotspots around Orland where domestic well failures have been concentrated. At Geosyntec, we understand the business of local government and the daily demands of accountability, tight budgets and deadlines, and answering to a diverse range of residents, business interests, and other municipalities with numerous environmental stakeholders. In addition to providing exceptional technical expertise to carry out the aims of this Project, the Geosyntec/WLS team is genuinely pleased to offer our assistance to the GGA as a valued partner. We are excited about this opportunity to work with the GSA on this important project. Please contact either of the undersigned with regards to this proposal. Joe Turner, PG, CHG, Project Manager Amer Hussain, PE, Project Director 3043 Gold Canal Drive, Suite 201 1111 E Herndon Ave, Suite 217 Rancho Cordova, California 95670 Fresno CA 93720 (916) 637-8351 (559) 479-2013 jturner@geosyntec.com ahussain@geosyntec.com This proposal shall remain valid for ninety (90) days after receipt. Project Director, Mr. Amer Hussain, is authorized to make representations for Geosyntec. As indicated above, Water and Land Solutions will be a subcontractor for this project. Our Federal Tax ID is 59-2355134. Sincerely, Geosyntec Joseph Turner, PG, CHG Amer Hussain, PE Project Manager Project Director GGA Board of DirectorsPage 37 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY b. Table of Contents a. Cover Letter .................................................................................................................................................................................. b. Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................................................... c. Summary of Firm Capabilities and Experience ........................................................................................................................... 1 i. Background and Experience ........................................................................................................................................................ 1 Organizational Chart ................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Roles and Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................................................... 2 Biographies ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2 Experience .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Public Sector Example Projects with References ........................................................................................................................ 4 ii. Key Personnel ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7 iii. Statement of Qualifications ....................................................................................................................................................... 16 Water and Land Solutions ......................................................................................................................................................... 16 iv. Scheduling ................................................................................................................................................................................ 16 d. Scope of Services ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17 e. Cost ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 f. ....................................................................................................................................... 26 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 38 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY c. Summary of Firm Capabilities and Experience i. Background and Experience Geosyntec is a consulting and engineering firm that works with private and public sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. We have strong water resource capabilities in the Western United States, with over 130 water resource professionals working across varied specialties in groundwater, stormwater, surface water, and water treatment. Our Water Supply Resiliency program focuses on how these core components of water resources can combine and interact to help public and private sector clients sustainably manage water over the long-term. Geosyntec provides a wide range of expert services in the areas of water supply development, water quality and water conservation. Our scientists, engineers and permitting specialists provide our clients with integrated solutions, balancing the needs for water supply development and ecological health. We are a recognized leader in hydrogeology and have been active supporting the development of groundwater recharge programs throughout the Central Valley (Fresno County, Tulare County, City of Stockton, Merced County, and Sacramento County). Our experience and lessons learned will not only provide a successful completion of this project but will also add value to basin stakeholders through a fresh perspective on the work completed to date. Specific to GGA, we have exceptional experience and expertise with the hydrogeology of the area and can assess the important issues related to groundwater recharge and its influence on sustainable groundwater yield. Our project team is composed of experts in sustainable groundwater management from groundwater recharge mechanisms, recharge methods, hydrogeology, engineering, and policy perspectives. We are well versed in the various methods to assess groundwater recharge projects for providing cost-effective feasibility, planning, and preliminary design services on individual projects. Organizational Chart 1 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 39 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Roles and Responsibilities Role Responsibility Project Director Ensure team has resources needed for execution. Performs quality control. Has Authority for contracting and agreements with GGA and subcontractors. Evaluates Project Manager Serve as primary point of contact. Responsible for day-to-day operation of the project. Manage resources, budget, staffing allocation, workflows, deliverables, and schedule. Provide technical guidance and peer review. Ensures project is completed on-time and on . Project Liaison Reports up to Project Manager. Coordinates with Technical Experts. Acts as local face of team. Technical Experts Manages technical elements of the project. Reports to Project Manager. Biographies Roles: Project Manager; Recharge Planning & Roles: Project Liaison; Cost Benefit Analysis; Public implementation; Water Quality, Regulatory Compliance; Outreach & Coordination. Primary public spokesperson and Public Outreach & Coordination development of educational forums for public outreach. Education: MS, Geological Sciences; BS, Marine Geology Education: MS, Agricultural & Resource Economics; BS, Agricultural Business Professional Registrations: Professional Geologist, CA No. 5125; Certified Hydrologist, CA No. 454 Summary: Jenny Scheer has 14 years of experience working with farmers to solve problems. She was born and raised in Summary: Joe has more than 33 years of experience Butte County where she is part of the fourth generation on her providing hydrogeologic services from California. His experience includes design and installation of pilot and full- started her career as a legislative aide in the California State scale infiltration basins, feasibility assessment of flood- Capitol before leading the Santa Clara County Farm Bureau managed aquifer recharge (Flood-MAR), using infiltration as its executive director. At the Farm Bureau, Jenny basins and/or dry wells, and assessment of ASR wells in represented agricultural interests and worked closely with the Tulare County. Joe has designed groundwater infiltration Santa Clara Valley Water District on conjunctive water use, groundwater recharge, water rates, water quality issues, and Kiefer Landfill. He has also designed and performed large- water infrastructure planning. scale investigations to assess recharge mechanisms using infiltration testing, geophysical methods, aquifer testing, Jenny has consulted in agricultural and water economics, isotopic analysis, and surface water/groundwater interaction helping farmers, donors, public agencies, and communities assessments using stream gauging and temperature profiling. address 21st century challenges since she obtained her He is also the geologist of record for preparation of GSPs in & Resource Economics. Her compliance with SGMA for the Sutter, Vina, and Wyandotte work includes research and facilitation support Creek Subbasins located near the GGA in Northern California development of a national strategy for agricultural programs that required assessment of recharge mechanisms for the in Uganda. As an economist focused on the intersection basins. Joe has published papers describing methods to between agriculture, water, and the environment, Jenny has assess aquifer characteristics, aquifer interactions, recharge worked on interdisciplinary teams to estimate the economic mechanisms, and development of criteria to recognize cost of drought in California, rice production costs in the geologic formation boundaries during drilling including the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and in Uganda, GDP in primary geologic formations that occur within the Colusa Subbasin. He was also the primary author for the Lower from increased flooding in the Yolo Bypass. Tuscan Aquifer Monitoring, Recharge, and Data Management Her work includes regular engagement with the Tehama- project that forms the basis for understanding recharge Colusa Canal Authority, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, and mechanisms in the Northern California area including within tracking SGMA implementation of the Colusa, Corning, Butte, the Colusa Subbasin and was used in preparation of the Vina, and Wyandotte Creek subbasins. Jenny currently Colusa Subbasin GSP. Joe is also the project manager and serves on the board of directors for the Butte County Farm lead hydrogeologist for the groundwater recharge basin for Bureau and the Butte-Yuba-Sutter Water Quality Coalition. the city of Stockton. 2 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 40 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Amer Hussain, PE Brad Samuelson Role: Project Director; Funding Role: Recharge Planning & Implementation; CEQA/NEPA; Regulatory Compliance Education: MS, Civil Engineering; BS, Civil Engineering Education: MS, Environmental Management; BA, Professional Registration: Professional Engineer, CA No. Environmental Studies, with concentrations in Water Quality 57343 and Hazardous Materials Management Summary: Amer Hussain, PE has more than 30 years of Summary: Brad has 24 years of experience implementing experience in civil and environmental engineering with 25 of projects from conceptualization to construction in the Central those years primarily in the southern Central Valley. He has Valley. Brad co-founded Water and Land Solutions in 2018. led a variety of projects focused on water resources Brad is highly engaged in the Merced, Madera, and development, water quality, groundwater assessment and Chowchilla subbasins where GSPs were submitted in 2020, remediation, regulatory compliance and permitting. As a potential projects underwent a collaborative ranking and practicing civil engineer in the Central Valley, he has prioritization process, and Prop 218 fees are being sought. In knowledge of farm activities and irrigation practices. In the Merced Subbasin alone, Brad is the project manager for addition, he has close working relationship with the local 4 groundwater recharge projects for mutual water companies. water supply providers and regulatory agencies. These projects have engineered designs, completed Amer was the project manager for the South Forks Kings GSA environmental review, and received Prop 68 and SGM grant in Kings County, CA which included extensive public outreach Round 1 funding. Brad is also in the process of obtaining and engagement of the public to address concerns. Prior to water rights from the State Water Resources and Control the GSA, he was the project manager and senior principal Board for a groundwater recharge project utilizing flood flows. engineer for on an ASR pilot test where he had to submit a Brad currently serves on the Board of Directors of California workplan for review to the Regional Water Quality Control Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF), the largest third-party Board for approval. Amer was the Principal Engineer for organic certifier in the US. development of projects and management actions that As the previous Director of Environmental Planning at UC included feasibility level assessment of recharge projects for Merced, he obtained the land use entitlements necessary to the Vina and Wyandotte Creek Subbasin GSPs. build-out the 815-acre Campus and 2,000-acre University Amer has been extensively involved with evaluating funding Community. These entitlements required compliance with options for a variety of different water projects including both federal and California laws and regulations, including the through both public and private sources. He has been US Clean Water Act, US Endangered Species Act, California involved with grant applications to Department of Water Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Resources (DWR), Bureau of Reclamation, and US Army California Porter-Cologne Act, and the California Corps of Engineers. Environmental Quality Act. Experience The Geosyntec/WLS team provide similar services requested in the RFQ for various clients throughout the Central Valley. Currently, this team is providing feasibility level assessments for three proposed recharge facilities in San Joaquin, Merced, and Fresno Counties. The Stockton project which is funded through a SGMA implementation grant recently started but will involve evaluating recharge potentials for a large municipal facility. Merced project is funded by a DWR grant and the Geosyntec/WLS team is working with Ducks Unlimited to develop the scope for assessing planning alternatives for a multi-benefit project that will include both habitat development and recharge basins. The Geosyntec/WLS team is working with a land ownership group to develop a recharge facility on property that was previously developed by the National Resources Conservation Service for habitat development for the Fresno County project. These projects along with numerous others conducted by team members with similar scopes to the GGA RFQ are summarized in the table below that a Water Treatment Plant Groundwater Recharge Improvements Project recently awarded to Geosyntec and the State Water Resources Control Board Drywell Guidance project. For the State Boards Drywell Guidance project, Geosyntec is assisting in developing the permitting requirements for dry wells for use in groundwater recharge projects and was cited for a proposed groundwater recharge project in the adjacent Corning Subbasin for the City of Corning. The following projects provide examples of similar projects with public sector clients along with our list of references. 3 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 41 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Scope of Work Similar Projects completed by Geosyntec and WLS Groundwater RechargeProject PlanningImplementationCompliancePermittingWater QualityFunding OpportunitiesBenefit AnalysisPublic OutreachLandowner Coordination Vina Subbasin GSP Wyandotte Creek Subbasin GSP South Forks Kings ASR Project Intertie Canal LeGrand-Athlone Water District Sacramento Flood Control Agency - Flood MAR Assessment City of Stockton DWSP Groundwater Recharge Sutter Subbasin GSP Gomez Property - Tulare County Groundwater Recharge Assessment, Confidential Client, Fresno County Kiefer Landfill Groundwater Recharge Basin Lower Tuscan Aquifer Project Vander Dussen Subsidence Priority Area Flood-MAR Vander Woude Storage Reservoir Amsterdam Water District Surface Water Conveyance and Recharge G Ranch Groundwater Recharge, Habitat Enhancement & Floodplain Expansion Buchanan Hollow Mutual Water Company Floodwater Recharge Public Sector Example Projects with References Butte County Department of Water Resource and Conservation (BCDWRC)-Oroville, CA The BCDWRC is responsible for implementing a DWR grant for preparation of two Services Provided: GSPs for the Vina and Wyandotte Creek Subbasins under the requirements of Groundwater Recharge law in 2014, SGMA provides a framework for local Project Planning & Implementation governments and water agencies in California to manage groundwater resources and Compliance with Laws & requires groundwater basins to achieve sustainability by the year 2042. The Vina and Regulations Wyandotte Creek Subbasins are high and medium priority basin, respectively, and Permitting Assessment SGMA requires that the Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSP) be submitted by Water Quality Assessments January 2022. Implementation of the plan will occur over a period of 20 years, with the objective of achieving sustainable groundwater conditions in the basin by 2042. CEQA Funding Opportunities Geosyntec was retained by the BCDWRC to complete two GSPs in coordination with Benefit Analysis the GSAs within the Vina and Wyandotte Creek Subbasin. For the Vina Subbasin, Public Outreach there were two GSAs, the Vina GSA and the Rock Creek Reclamation District GSA Landowner & GSA Coordination (RCRD). This work built upon previous work conducted by Geosyntec staff that included assessment of recharge sources and mechanisms. Geosyntec helped Preparation of 2 GSPs BCDWRC establish the sustainable yield of each basin and engaged stakeholders that included landowners and water districts with identification of projects and management actions that will help maintain the sustainability of the groundwater basins. Projects developed for both GSPs included several groundwater recharge projects whereby Geosyntec provided cost benefit analysis, feasibility assessments, and prioritization for completion. We also provided stakeholder engagement and developed approaches to communicate with the public complex scientific concepts and methods. 4 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 42 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY We brought together stakeholders from a diverse cross section of local water users to identify areas where the region could change current practices to prevent groundwater overdraft in the future and identified areas that will benefit from groundwater recharge projects. Geosyntec has engaged the agency with developing a road map through projects and management actions to achieve sustainability goals by 2042. Currently, we are assisting both BCDWRC and the RCRD with approaches to implement groundwater recharge projects and helped RCRD develop the scope of work for a groundwater recharge assessment being funded by a Proposition 1 Grant. Project Manager: Kamie Loeser, Director BCDWRC Email: KLoeser@buttecounty.net | Phone: (530) 552-3590 | Fax: 530.538.3807 South Forks Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SFKGSA)-Fresno, CA mplementation, Geosyntec Services Provided: conducted an ASR pilot test in an existing active irrigation supply well within the Groundwater Recharge South Fork Kings GSA (SFKGSA). The objective of the test was to evaluate the Project Planning and Implementation potential for direct injection for developing groundwater storage using surface Compliance with Laws and Regulations water in areas with poor surface soils. Permitting assessment Geosyntec designed and completed a pilot test for ASR using an existing active Water Quality Assessments irrigation supply well. The goal of the pilot test was to demonstrate that active CEQA irrigation wells could be used for ASR and development of an expanded ASR Funding Opportunities program. Geosyntec received approval from the Regional Water Quality Control Benefit Analysis Board and obtained an Underground Injection Control permit from the U.S. Public Outreach Environmental Protection Agency. Work included identifying nearby Landowner and GSA Coordination supply/domestic wells, water sampling and analysis of groundwater and source water to be used for recharge, performance of aquifer tests and groundwater modeling analysis to evaluate the influence of injecting, storing, and extracting groundwater. Recharge water came from a nearby canal. The injected water was stored for 45 days then recovered for irrigation. Approximately total of 26 million gallons was injected into the aquifer at an average injection rate of 800 gallons per minute. Geosyntec has provided valuable insight and advocacy for the SFKGSA towards achieving an overall program for ASR within the basin. Geosyntec was able to help the agency identify realistic goals for operation of wells and identified key maintenance issue to be considered. The system design was critical for the startup of the test to not drag air down the well as it limits the amount of water that can be injected. Geosyntec is currently assessing changes to the well efficiency of the irrigation well to allow adjustments in the ASR program and design appropriate operation and maintenance procedures for future ASR operations in the future. Project Manager: Charlotte Gallock, Manager of Water Resources, Kings River Conservation District Phone: (530) 307-7934 | Email: cgallock@krcd.org | Fax Number: NA Intertie Canal LeGrand-Athlone Water District(LGAWD)-Chowchilla, CA The Merced Subbasin is deemed critically overdrafted by the DWR and LGAWD is Services Provided: a groundwater dependent water district with very little surface water conveyance Flood-MAR infrastructure. LGAWD approached WLS to discuss the feasibility of building a new Project Planning and Implementation canal that would bring significant surface water from Merced Irrigation District (MID). Compliance with Laws and LGAWD does not have a permanent surface water source. The new canal, named Regulations the Intertie Canal, would allow access to significant volumes of excess MID and Permitting Chowchilla Water District surface water. Grant Application and Award CEQA closest conveyance, Booster Lateral 3, and extend south and east through LGAWD. Proposition 218 funding The new Intertie Canal will convey up to 125 cubic feet per second (cfs) for direct Benefit Analysis irrigation, however, peak irrigation season water is rare and expensive. The greatest Public Outreach utility of the Intertie Canal will be its ability to convey significant amounts of Merced Landowner and GSA Coordination River floodwater for Flood Managed Aquifer Recharge (Flood-MAR). The Flood- Feasibility Analysis MAR will occur within LGAWD, Plainsburg Irrigation District, Sandy Mush Mutual Water Company, and Merced Subbasin white areas and will yield over 20,000 acre- 5 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 43 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY feet of recharge in most water year types. The Intertie Canal is fully funded with construction anticipated to begin in Spring 2023 with completion in Spring 2025. WLS was retained by the LGAWD to manage the conceptualization, feasibility, design, funding, environmental permitting, land acquisition, and construction of the Intertie Canal. & Research Center (ITRC) in conducting a hydraulic investigation to identify the ideal point of WLS location of the canal. Upon completion of the Feasibility Analysis in 2020, WLS managed Summers Engineering in the completion of 30% design drawings. 8, SGMA Implementation Grant application. The Intertie Canal project was awarded $4.1M, which propelled the project to complete: 1) 100% design, 2) the environmental review, 3) land acquisition, and 4) obtain the remaining ~$20M in funding. The design and CEQA are now complete with the anticipation of final environmental permits and easement acquisition in 2023. In application and was awarded $1.0M in early 2022. Also in 2022, WLS managed the preparation of an Proposition 218 election. Through the successful Proposition 218 process in May 2022, the $25M Intertie Canal is now fully funded. Construction of the canal is anticipated to begin in the Spring of 2023 and be complete in the Spring of 2025. From conceptualization to construction, WLS has been the driver to keep the Intertie Project moving forward. The idea of new conveyance into LGAWD began during informal discussions at Merced Subbasin SGMA meetings in 2017 and now the project is fully funded, the environmental review is nearly complete, and construction is anticipated to begin in Spring 2023. Project Manager: Brad Robson, Director, LeGrand-Athlone Water District Phone: (408) 761-4098 | Email: bradrobson@yahoo.com | Fax: N/A Crescent Management, LLC-Tulare County, CA Services Provided: Preparation of Work Plan Geosyntec conducted an engineering evaluation for a potential infiltration basin Literature Search of a 60-acre parcel located near the City of Terra Bella. The goal of the project Infiltration Testing was to provide the client with a preliminary assessment of the site as a groundwater recharge facility prior to purchase of the property. Specific Feasibility Study objectives for the project included estimating the rate of recharge that could Development of Hydrogeologic occur on the site and the expected fate of the recharge water and Identifying Conceptual Model data gaps needed to fully assess the recharge potential of the Site and provide Assessment on Regional Effects from recommendations for collecting these data. Recharge Assessment of Site Recharge Potential information including well logs, water level data, water quality data, and Identification of Data Gaps groundwater flow directions; drilling of soil borings to assess lithology and allow collection of soil samples for physical testing; and completion of downhole infiltration tests (within borehole) at depths anticipated for recharge basin. Physical soil testing included grain size analysis, moisture content, and permeability testing. The downhole infiltration tests were conducted by drilling to desired depth, installing well casing and placing bentonite pellets within the annular space so that water used for test cannot come back up the borehole. The test is conducted by adding water to the well casing and measuring water levels with a pressure transducer. After completion of the field program, Geosyntec prepared report discussing the suitability of the property as a recharge basin and provided recommendations for future activities if the property is purchased. Geosyntec has provided valuable insight into the potential use of property as a recharged facility. Based on the results of infiltration testing and assessment on the ability of infiltrated water to reach groundwater, it was estimated that a 10-acre basin constructed on property could infiltrate between 30 acre-feet per day to 280 acre-feet per day. Geosyntec also provided insights into future needs for a recharge facility including additional testing needed, permitting, and fate of the infiltrated water that the Client is currently using to assess if they will purchase the property. Project Manager: Allen Nazarian, Owner of Property Phone: (310) 266-9761 | Email: allen26@gmail.com | Fax: N/A 6 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 44 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY ii. Key Personnel Career Summary Amer has more than 30 years of experience in civil and environmental engineering design. His experience includes the preparation of design drawings, technical specifications, and bid documents. He understands the design to minimize costly change orders during construction. Amer has previously been the Engineer of Record for design projects at a landfill site and provided geotechnical engineering services for a Superfund site. His project experience includes proposal development, project budget management, program design, work plan preparation, field supervision, data analysis, project Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and technical report preparation. He has extensive experience with Phase I Environmental Site Amer Hussain, PE Assessments (ESA), Preliminary Endangerment Assessments (PEAs), Phase II Senior Principal investigations, underground storage tank (UST) removals, groundwater monitoring/vapor extraction well installations, and soil and groundwater remediation Specialties system operations. Water Resources Evaluation and Development Amerprimarily in the southern Central Valley. He has led a variety of projects focused on water resources development, water quality, groundwater Groundwater Investigation and assessment and remediation, regulatory compliance and permitting. As a practicing civil Remediation engineer in the Central Valley, he has knowledge of on-farm activities and irrigation Civil Engineering practices. In addition, he has close working relationship with the local water supply Geotechnical Engineering providers and regulatory agencies. His approach to project management is to Education understand the client needs and provide a work product focused on those needs while MS, Civil Engineering, California complying with regulatory requirements. State University Fresno, 1995 Relevant Project Experience BS, Civil Engineering, California South Fork Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Sustainable State University Fresno, 1989 Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Support, Kings County, CA Registration & Certifications Mr. Hussain served as the project director to support the preparation of the Groundwater California Professional Engineer Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the GSA. Other responsibilities included extensive public No. 57343 outreach to various stakeholder groups. This included actively engaging with members of the public to address their concerns and incorporate solutions into the document. Mr. Hussain served as the lead engineer and oversaw a successful Proposition 218 election to fund the agency. Tri-County Groundwater Authority Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Support, Kings and Tulare County, CA Mr. Hussain served as the project director to support the implementation of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the GSA. His responsibilities included regular updates to the GSA Board and extensive public outreach to various stakeholder groups. This included actively engaging with members of the public to address their concerns. Other responsibilities included assisting with the preparation of the agency budget. SGMA Implementation Grant, Tulare Lake Subbasin, Kings County, CA Mr. Hussain served as the project director on the preparation of a subbasin wide DWR SGMA Implementation grant that included three recharge projects and multiple studies that added up to $7.6 million. The application included conducting feasibility level studies to evaluate each of the projects being considered and preparing budget estimates for inclusion into the grant. The effort included stakeholder outreach and incorporating solutions into the application. Ultimately, the Subbasin was awarded the grant. Southwest Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Support, Kings County, CA Mr. Hussain served as the project director to support the implementation of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the GSA. His responsibilities included regular updates to the GSA Board and extensive public outreach to various stakeholder groups. This 7 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 45 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY included actively engaging with members of the public to address their concerns. Other responsibilities included assisting with the preparation of the agency budget. Confidential Client SGMA Support, Various Counties Mr. Hussain served as the project manager representing a private agricultural business with multiple land holdings in various GSAs. He was responsible for coordinating their efforts to understand how different GSPs will impact their operations. Various Irrigated Lands Programs, Tulare and Kern Counties, CA Mr. Hussain served as the project manager for the monitoring and analytical programs for several coalitions. He assisted with the preparation of the updated QAPP documents. In addition, he oversaw the field monitoring crews to ensure quality control. Monitoring Program, Madera Irrigation District, Madera, CA Mr. Hussain oversaw the groundwater monitoring program for evaluating groundwater quality in eastern Madera County. The program included sampling and monitoring wells to evaluate potential impacts from dairy operations in the area. Database Design, Various Sites As project manager on numerous groundwater resources projects, Mr. Hussain recognized the importance of a robust database that was designed to expand as the project needs changed. He oversaw a team of programmers that created databases ranging from water quality, well construction, soil lithology, and surface water data. Process Water Reuse, Confidential Oil and Gas Client, Kern County, CA Mr. Hussain developed a monitoring program to assist the client with permitting the use of oil field process water for agricultural use. He provided oversight on the treatment system design and implementation. He also prepared the Report of Waste Discharge and the performed the anti-degradation analysis. Monitoring Network Cardoza Recharge Basin, Tulare Irrigation District, Tulare County, CA Mr. Hussain oversaw the design and construction of a monitorin associated with recharge basins. The evaluation was key to the location of future recharge basins. Pinedale Groundwater Plume, The Vendo Company, Fresno, CA Mr. Hussain assisted with the development of various plans, including a half-mile forced main pipeline, groundwater capture zone analysis, groundwater data evaluation, and removal action plan implementation. Sedimentation Evaluation, Buena Vista Storage District, Kern County, CA Mr. Hussain developed an evaluation of high, medium, and low- Monitoring Network Cardoza Recharge Basin, Tulare Irrigation District, Tulare County, CA Mr. Hussain assisted the district with the boundaries associated with recharge basins. Sedimentation Evaluation, Westlands Water District, Fresno County, CA Mr. Hussain developed an evaluation of high, medium, and low- 8 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 46 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Career Summary Joe has more than 33 years of experience providing hydrogeologic services from the southern end of California in El Centro and San Diego to the northern end in Crescent City and Tulelake. His experience includes design and installation of pilot and full-scale infiltration basins, feasibility assessment of flood-managed aquifer recharge (Flood-MAR) using infiltration basins and/or dry wells, and assessment of aquifer storage and recovery wells. Joe has also designed and performed large- scale investigations to assess recharge mechanisms using infiltration testing, geophysical methods, aquifer testing, isotopic analysis, and surface water/groundwater interaction assessments using stream gauging and temperature Joe Turner, PG, CHG profiling. He is also the geologist of record for preparation of Groundwater Senior Consultant Sustainability Plans (GSPs) in compliance with Sustainable Groundwater Management Act for the Sutter, Vina, and Wyandotte Creek Subbasins located in Specialties Northern California that require assessment of recharge mechanisms for the basins. Landfill Title 27 Compliance Joe has published papers describing methods to assess aquifer characteristics, Groundwater Remediation aquifer interactions, recharge mechanisms, and development of criteria to recognize Well Design and Installation geologic formation boundaries during drilling including the primary geologic Environmental Site Assessment formations that occur at the DWTP site. and Closure Relevant Project Experience Water Resources On-Call Groundwater Consultation and Infiltration Basin Pilot Test, Hydrogeology Sacramento County Waste Management Department, CA Education As program manager and principal hydrogeologist, Joe provided consultation to the MS, Geologic Sciences, San county on groundwater issues associated with active and inactive landfills. At the Diego State University, San active Kiefer Landfill, Joe led the design and implementation for pilot test of an Diego, California, 1986 infiltration basin for use in infiltrating treated groundwater back into the groundwater BS, Marine Geology, San Diego system. The assessment included detailed monitoring of aquifer effects from the State University, San Diego, infiltrated groundwater using detailed analysis of hydrographs, water quality data, California, 1983 and knowledge of the overall regional hydrogeologic conditions. The pilot test was successful, and Joe assisted the County in obtaining a permit from the Regional Registration & Certifications Water Quality Control Board for full-scale operation. California Professional Geologist No. 5125 Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Pilot Test, South Fork Kings California Certified Groundwater Sustainability Agency, CA Joe is the senior principal hydrogeologist for this ASR Pilot Test being completed Hydrogeologist No. 454 by the recently completed GSP for the Tulare Lake Subbasin. The pilot test consists of injecting surface waters from a nearby canal system into existing supply well then extracting the water for use in irrigation practices as a test for ASR within the region. Project included response to comments to project Work Plan from the Regional Water Quality Control Board that included performance of aquifer test to assess potential hydraulic and water quality effects on nearby domestic wells. The Work Plan was approved based on data from the aquifer test and begin in the Summer of 2021 and is currently ongoing. Injection rates for the test range between 600 to 800 gallons per minute. Joe assisted with initial startup of the system to improve efficiencies with the injection that included developing injecting process that did not allow air to enter the well screen. Proof of Concept Analysis, Flood-Managed Aquifer Recharge, American River Groundwater Basin, Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency (SAFCA), CA Joe acted as project manager and senior principal hydrogeologist for this feasibility study to assess if sediments within the Study Area are conducive to Flood-MAR using dry wells and water from adjacent canal system. The primary objective of this analysis w-Mar project not working at the anticipated location within the Study Area. Specific objectives of this analysis included: 1) demonstrate that subsurface materials within the Study Area 9 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 47 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY have the potential to allow adequate infiltration in this Flood-MAR project, 2,000 acre-feet of water for a pilot test and 14,000 acre-feet of water for full-scale implementation, to the regional groundwater aquifer systems; 2) demonstrate that dry well technology can successfully infiltrate the anticipated volume of water during this Flood-MAR project; and, 3)demonstrate that a Flood-MAR project within the Study Area consisting of both infiltration and later extraction will not adversely affect known contaminant plumes in the area. The results of these analyses were also used to identify data needs for a Flood-MAR project so that a work plan for the pilot study can be developed. Lower Tuscan Aquifer (LTA) Investigation and Stable Isotope Recharge Study, Butte County Department of Water and Resource Conservation (BCDWRC), CA Joe acted as a project manager and chief hydrogeologist for this 3-year project funded by a DWR-awarded Proposition 50 Grant. Butte County oversaw the project in cooperation with a four-county group comprised of Butte, Tehama, Colusa, and Glenn counties. The project objective was to further the scientific understanding of the LTA system by assessing the recharge areas that included the collection, analysis, and interpretation of the stable isotopes deuterium and oxygen-18. Other activities included design and installation of nested monitoring wells and design, performance, and interpretation of aquifer tests conducted using pumping of agricultural wells during normal irrigation practices. Other activities included conducting infiltration testing, assessing groundwater interaction through the installation of monitoring wells, performance of aquifer pumping tests, water quality interactions between surface water and groundwater, and stream aquifer interaction. Joe was the primary author for development of field sampling plans that included identifying geologic formation boundaries from lithologic samples collected during drilling. In addition, Joe helped BCDWRC with coordination and facilitating public outreach programs and meetings with a Technical Steering Committee. The data collected from this project were critical in framing the basis for future studies of the aquifer system including the need for additional isotopic studies. Preparation of Groundwater Sustainability Plan, Sutter Subbasin, Sutter County, CA As the senior principal hydrogeologist for preparation of the Sutter Subbasin GSP funded by a DWR-awarded Proposition 1 Grant, Joe was responsible for development of the hydrogeologic conceptual model and assessment of aquifer interactions and source of salts identified within specific zones of the basin. The assessment included development of detailed hydrographs from numerous nested wells within the basin used to assess aquifer interactions and stresses on the overall basin and water quality data used to assess zones where impacts from natural conditions such as arsenic, iron, and manganese occurred. Completion of Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSPs) for the Vina and Wyandotte Creek Subbasins, Butte County Department of Water and Resource Conservation (BCDWRC), CA Joe is the project manager and senior principal hydrogeologist for completion of these GSPs funded by a DWR-awarded Proposition 1 Grant. As part of this project, Joe provided review and comments to development of hydrogeologic conceptual models based on previous work done in the basins, assessment of groundwater monitoring networks, and development of sustainable management criteria, estimates of the sustainable yield, and project management actions and projects in survey with regards to geologic formations presented as a cross-section for the Vina Subbasin GSP. As-Needed Groundwater Consulting, Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), City of San Diego Public Utilities Department, San Diego, CA Joe was the Program Manager and Senior Principal Hydrogeologist providing groundwater supply evaluations. This was one of groundwater resources. Individual projects for this contract are listed below: Development of HCM and Assessment of Groundwater Levels, San Pasqual Valley Groundwater Basin Joe was the Project Manager and Senior Principal Geologist for development of hydrogeologic conceptual model (HCM and assessment of groundwater level trends with the groundwater basin. The review was conducted to identify data gaps in the HCM, assess seasonal variations in groundwater trends, assess interactions with surface water and groundwater and effects from agricultural pumping, interactions between basin aquifers and underlying bedrock fractured system, provided recommendations for development of data management system consistent with SGMA, and review relevance of existing groundwater model of basin for use as part of the SGMA process. Groundwater Quality Resource Stewardship Assessments, San Pasqual Valley Groundwater Basin Joe was the Project Manager and Senior Principal Hydrogeologist for project designed to develop a tool that can be used to assess existing and future operations within the groundwater basin and provide a roadmap for acceptable operations that will 10 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 48 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY improve groundwater quality within the basin. Project Included initial assessment of potential sources identified agricultural water impacts both within and outside the groundwater basin, literature search and preliminary GIS assessment and mapping, development of a site prioritization and ratings table, and development of custom Excel spreadsheet tool for use as management tool to assess future operations within the basin. Installation of Nested Monitoring Wells, Aquifer Testing, Aquifer Recharge Assessment, and Preparation of Monitoring Plan, San Pasqual Valley Groundwater Basin Joe was the Project Manager and Senior Principal Hydrogeologist for project designed to provide data for use in development of Groundwater Sustainability Plan. The project included: design, installation, and development of nested monitoring wells with screens within basin sediments, weathered bedrock, and bedrock; downhole geophysical logging to assess orientation of fractures and which fractures produced water; collection of water quality data including stable isotopes to assess recharge within the basin; design of aquifer testing program using normal operations of agricultural supply wells; and preparation of monitoring plan required by DWR. Long Range, Reservoir-Basin Conjunctive Use Pre-Feasibility Assessment, El Monte and Moreno Groundwater Subbasins Joe was the Project Manager and Senior Principal Hydrogeologist for study of long-range planning and conjunctive use and system optimization of the San Vicente reservoir, El Capitan reservoir, and the El Monte Valley and Moreno Valley groundwater subbasins. The study included a variety of groundwater recovery and extraction methods for the pre-feasibility assessment of conjunctive use alternatives between groundwater basins, reservoirs, and conveyance systems using a combination of aquifer recharge and storage (ASR) wells, standard extraction wells, and streambed percolation. The San Diego Simulation Model Version 4 was used to run simulations of the different alternatives. Salinas River Valley Groundwater Basin Study, Monterey County Water Resources Agency, California Joe was the technical manager and chief hydrogeologist for this 5-year project to conduct a comprehensive water resources assessment of Zone 2C of the county's Salinas River Groundwater Basin. This two-part study was developed as part of the Monterey County Board of Supervisors Referral and the litigation settlement agreement between the Salinas Valley Water Coalition and the County of Monterey. The first part included a near-term assessment of the health and status of Zone 2C with regards to potential water supply issues, such as seawater intrusion, should current drought conditions continue. The assessment included developing a hydrogeologic conceptual site model, evaluating groundwater level and gradient changes resulting from historical pumping, developing water balance, and assessing water quality conditions. The results of the first part of the study were provided to Monterey County in a State of the Basin Report. Also reviewed stable isotope data for the basin collected by others for use in assessing recharge sources and effects of seawater intrusion and assisting with the coordination and facilitation of a technical steering committee and public outreach program. Feasibility Analysis for Groundwater Recharge/Banking Facility, Confidential Client, Fresno County, California Joe is the Project Manager and lead hydrogeologist to assess the potential for a 5,000-acre plot of land located in Fresno County to be used for groundwater recharge and banking. The goals of this project were to identify areas within the property that would facilitate successful recharge projects, estimate potential volumes of water that can be recharged, estimate the size, type, and location of potential recharge facilities, identify potential sources of surface water, and identify data gaps needed to fully assess recharge potentials. To accomplish these objectives, Joe reviewed previous studies conducted at the site and publicly available information and developed a hydrogeologic conceptual model. Although the top 15 to 20 feet consisted of low permeability materials that would not be conducive to groundwater recharge, Joe identified three areas of the property where groundwater recharge could be conducted. The first area was about 40-acres within a former slough area where surface elevations were lower and permeable soils conducive for groundwater recharge were near the surface. The other two areas, both about 350- acres, had significant permeable soils starting at about 15 feet below groundwater surface and Joe recommended the use of horizontal dry wells. Joe estimated a total potential recharge for the project site of 760 acre-feet per day. Based on these data, Joe recommended two pilot projects to test and illustrate the benefits and impacts of groundwater recharge facilities at the site: Small Scale Infiltration pilot test within slough area using several small-scale test plots, and pilot test using a small-scale horizontal well system. Based on these recommendations, the requested proposals to conduct the pilot tests and Joe is working with the Regional Water Quality Control Board, Freson County, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service who has easements on the property to develop the details for the pilot tests. 11 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 49 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Career Summary Mr. Bob Anderson has 30 years of professional consulting experience in hydrogeology and geophysics providing technical and project management support to clients in the western U.S. on groundwater resource characterization and management. He has supported public and private clients on a wide variety of surface water and groundwater projects including water supply development, aquifer exploration, water rights, water quality characterization, mining hydrogeology, basin planning, source water protection, and regulatory compliance. Bob is respected by regulators and works well with stakeholder groups addressing issues associated with water resources and water quality management. He is an Bob Anderson, LHG, expert on groundwater-surface water interaction and an accomplished modeler CWRE across a variety of modeling platforms. Senior Principal Relevant Project Experience Salem Aquifer Storage and Recovery MODFLOW Groundwater Model, City of Specialties Salem, OR Aquifer characterization Lead hydrogeologist for modeling of aquifer response to injection of 10 million Water Supply Development gallons per day (MGD) of treated drinking water into a confined basalt aquifer. Groundwater modeling Stream-Aquifer Interaction Yakima Basin FEFLOW Groundwater Model for Aquifer Storage and Water Rights Recovery, Yakima, WA Mining and geotechnical Project director for modeling of 2 MGD capacity injection wells for water supply in a Geophysics sub-basin with unique geologic structures that control basin-scale groundwater surface water interactions. Education MS, Hydrogeology and Snohomish County Critical Aquifer Recharge Area Delineation, Everett, WA Delineated critical aquifer recharge areas and well head protection areas for Geophysics, University of Snohomish County. Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 1987 Critical Aquifer Recharge Area Delineation, City of Woodinville BS, Geology, University of Washington, Seattle, council interface. Washington, 1983 Borrego Basin, CA Registration & Certifications Senior technical advisor and quality assurance manager for development of a Professional Geologist with Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the Basin. Hydrogeology Specialty license Salinas Basin, CA (LHG), Washington #636 Technical review of hydrogeologic conceptual model for the Salinas Basin. Certified Water Rights Examiner Santa Ynez Basin, CA (CWRE), Washington, #22 Technical support for public outreach components of Groundwater Sustainability Plan. Tulare Lake Basin, CA Project director for development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the South Fork Kings GSA in the Tulare Lake Basin. Addressing complex agricultural demand issues, surface and groundwater availability, and subsidence. Developed visualization of groundwater flow and infiltration from the Kings River. Evaluated aquifer storage and recovery (ASR) as a potential planning action to offset groundwater overdraft. Confidential Client, CA Ongoing SGMA and groundwater development advice to a grower with multiple properties in Kern and Kings County. Conducting site-specific water budgets for selected facilities to assess potential SGMA impacts to operations. Confidential Client, CA Ongoing SGMA support for a client with multiple industrial facilities throughout California. Conducting site-specific water budgets for selected facilities to assess potential SGMA impacts to operations. 12 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 50 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Support, Los Angeles Basin, CA Project director for on-call support to Los Angeles Department of Water and Power related to formation of Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) and development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the Santa Monica groundwater basin. Tanana Basin MODFLOW-USG Integrated Groundwater Flow and Transport Model, Fairbanks, AK Lead hydrogeologist and task manager for development of a comprehensive base-wide groundwater flow and transport model at Eielson Air Force Base. The model is constructed in the recently released MODFLOW-USG (Unstructured Grid), which is the -based finite difference calculations. Tulare Lake Basin MODFLOW Groundwater Model, Lemoore, CA Part of a multi-consultant team working on various aspects of a groundwater sustainability plan (GSP) required to comply with al MODFLOW model in the Tulare Lake Bed area of the San Joaquin Basin and utilized the model for scenario analysis. The multi-layer transient model includes capability for modeling of irrigation delivery, crop water demand, and ground subsidence. Spokane River MIKE-SHE Integrated Groundwater-Surface Water Model, Spokane Basin, WA Project manager for development of a complex, integrated groundwater/surface water model of the Spokane River watershed. The main goal of the model was to support decision making during development of a watershed plan. The model simulates all hydrologic processes within the watershed. Issaquah Valley Aquifer System MODFLOW Integrated Groundwater-Surface Water Model, Issaquah, WA Lead hydrogeologist for modeling of wellfield withdrawal scenarios and impacts to streamflows in a glaciofluvial hydrogeologic setting. Conducted fieldwork for model calibration that included streambed piezometers and lakebed seepage meters to measure groundwater fluxes. Cross Valley Aquifer MODFLOW Groundwater Model and Capture Zone Delineation, Everett, WA Project manager for modeling of capture zones in a wellfield tapping multiple aquifers in a glaciofluvial hydrogeologic setting. Conducted fieldwork for model calibration that included pumping tests and monitoring across different aquifer zones. Snoqualmie Basin MODFLOW Integrated Groundwater-Surface Water Model, Snoqualmie Basin, WA Project manager for modeling of potential impacts from developing a 40 MGD wellfield in the upper Snoqualmie Valley. The multi-aquifer system has a complex geometry, prolific mountain front recharge, and significant interaction with the Snoqualmie River. Conducted fieldwork for model calibration that included geophysical exploration and pumping tests with monitoring across different aquifer zones. -QUAL-D project. Water quality issues included total dissolved gas, trace metal inflows from adjacent mining areas, low dissolved oxygen, and temperature. CE-QUAL-W2 was used to simulate primary hydrodynamics processes and PHREQUE was integrated into the analysis to examine release of trace metals during periods of low dissolved oxygen in the hypolimnetic areas of the lake. Various scenarios were analyzed with and without hydroelectric operations. Ahtanum Creek GoldSim model of stream/aquifer interaction and irrigation delivery, Yakima, WA Project manager for flow routing analysis of irrigation delivery and streamflows from a proposed water storage project. The model was developed to simulate various scenarios of water delivery based on crop types and incorporated year-to-year variations in hydrologic inputs to the proposed reservoir. The model was created using GoldSim, a systems dynamics model capable of incorporating complex uncertainty and feedback loop processes in a time-based simulation environment. 13 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 51 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 JENNIFER SCHEER Ag Water Specialist Ms. Scheer has over 14 years of experience in both the public and AREAS OF EXPERTISE private sectors, focused on agricultural and water policy and economics. Her professional experience includes four years as Executive Director of the Santa Clara County Farm Bureau as a Water Economics political advocate, community affairs representative, and media Facilitation liaison. She is adept at facilitation, outreach, and engagement for Farmer Engagement strategic planning and problem solving. Ms. Scheer is an Ag Water Agricultural Advocacy Specialist for Water & Land Solutions and is well acquainted with Strategic Planning water and environmental issues routinely encountered by farmers Research and water agencies. EDUCATION RELATIVE EXPERIENCE Master of Science in Agricultural & Resource Economics Ag Water Specialist helping farmers secure their water University of California, Davis 2016 supplies in light of the Sustainable Groundwater Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business Management Act (SGMA). California State University, Chico 2008 Facilitating a proposed annexation into the Orland-Artois Water District on behalf of 20+ landowners. Preparing farm water budgets, scoping groundwater recharge basins, and engaging in GSP development in LEADERSHIP several subbasins. Data analysis, data management, project management, Walnut Huller Manager, Rio Bonito Ranch, report writing, and problem solving in the areas of 2021-Present environment, resources, and agriculture. Executive Director, Santa Clara County Farm Supported USAID to improve Economic Development Bureau, 2010-2014 Programs in Uganda including developing their national strategy to improve agriculture. Agricultural Consultant, USAID in Uganda, 2017-2021 Crop and livestock production, processing, and marketing. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 52 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 BRAD SAMUELSON Managing Member AREAS OF EXPERTISE Mr. Samuelson has 27 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, focused on environmental management and Data Management groundwater sustainability. His professional experience includes Environmental Planning eight years of employment with the University of California, Merced as a Director of Environmental Planning providing expert wetland Water Planning & Transfers and endangered species compliance leadership. He has also spent Groundwater Banking several years in the agricultural industry focusing on maximizing Regulatory Compliance grower returns while being great stewards of our resources. Mr. Due Diligence Samuelson is a managing member for Water & Land Solutions and Representation is very well acquainted with water and environmental issues routinely encountered farmers, local government, and water agencies. EDUCATION RELATIVE EXPERIENCE Consulting clients on a wide range of environmental Master of Science in Environmental regulations, such as the Sustainable Groundwater Management Management Act, Clean Water Act, California University of San Francisco, 1999 Environmental Quality Act, Endangered Species Act, and Bachelor of Arts in Environmental others. Studies, with concentrations in Water Quality and Hazardous Materials Assist agricultural clients in the acquisition of water supply. Management Sonoma State University, 1995 Due diligence on new land acquisitions. Water District formation and management. LEADERSHIP Provide water balance accounting and drainage management. Project management of small to large public and private Board of Director, California Certified Organic construction projects. Farmers (CCOF), 2013-2018 Provide public and private financing to water related Youth Soccer Coach, 2005-2017 infrastructure projects. Management Committee, CCOF, 2016-2021 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 53 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY iii. Statement of Qualifications Geosyntec and WLS are partnering together to submit GGA this statement of qualifications. Though subcontracted, our approach to this project will be a partnership. WLS will collaborate with Geosyntec on the following scope of work: Outreach: Gather info from GGA, site visits, Identify and rank GGA's priority outcomes, Interview GGA stakeholders, Identify potential recharge project sites and methods, Coordinate with neighboring GSAs and potential partners, Monthly meetings with ad hoc committee, Attend GGA board meetings as needed Identification of short term projects for task 1 and short listed projects for task 2 Cost-benefit analysis Funding support: Collaborate with new Prop 218 process, as needed Deliverables: Prepare and submit draft reports to GGA, Presentations to GGA, Incorporate feedback from GGA for final reports *Specific roles for WLS personnel are provided in the biographies. Water and Land Solutions Water and Land Solutions is a water consulting firm formed in 2018. The genesis for company formation was declining agricultural water supplies, which created the need for expertise and opened new markets for agricultural water consulting. WLS represents our clientsincluding farming companies and mutual water companiesin the SGMA process and has been actively engaged in several critically overdrafted subbasins including Merced, Madera, Chowchilla, Delta-Mendota, Tule, Kaweah, and Kern where GSPs were submitted in 2020 and implementation is well underway. In the Merced Subbasin alone, WLS is leading 5 projects with groundwater recharge elements that were recently awarded Round 1 Sustainable Groundwater Management Grants from DWR. The company is based in Merced County with staff in the Sacramento Valley and in the Southern San Joaquin Valley. WLS Example Project and Reference WLS example project and reference for Intertie Canal LeGrand-Athlone Water District is provided on page 4. iv. Scheduling The types of projects Geosyntec performs routinely present challenges that require foresight and planning as well as quick responses and corrective actions to keep them on track. We will bring this responsiveness to the GGA to assist in meeting the stated program, scope, schedule, budget, and technical requirements. For projects with clear, identifiable work elements and schedules, accurate cost estimates and schedules set the project up for success. For projects such as the GGA groundwater recharge consulting services may have continually modified goals and changing schedules resulting from outside influences such as regulatory agencies and the community, the key to responsiveness is flexibility, clear communication with the client, and the experience of the project staff with similar situations. As demonstrated in Sections b.i and b.ii, we have assembled a staff for this project that not only provides individuals with more than 20 years of experience, but a team of professionals that have worked together at similarly challenging projects including recent projects that have had interactions with land owners, water districts, GSAs, state and local County Agencies, and the community. We are confident that this experience will continue to serve the GGA project well. The approach described below was used to successfully deliver the GSPs for the Vina and Wyandotte Creek Subbasins on budget and by the State mandated submittal date of January 31, 2022. This approach was also used for the South Fork Kings GSA ASR project so that water used during the pilot test could be used by the landowner during the 2021 irrigation season. Geosyntec -Monitor- project schedule, identify subtask start and completion dates, deliverables, milestones, client interface, environmental and permitting activities, and budget. The cost-loaded schedule identifies the critical path and a baseline for resource use and cash flow. During the monitor phase, key team leaders review, weekly, the schedule and budget by task and overall project. They calculate earned value and compare it to the budget in the cost loaded schedule. During the act phase, the project manager identifies any tasks in which progress (earned value) is falling behind the budget. These tasks are flagged for corrective action and can include reallocating staff or budget, adding staff or overtime, or increasing productivity. To assist the project manager in this task, Geosyntec employs a project dashboard system. This system provides up-to-the-minute financial information for all projects. Our team will use our project management tools to help the project manager budget and track financial information, schedule, and project deliverables. 16 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 54 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY d. Scope of Services Project Understanding The GGA is one of two GSAs in the Colusa Subbasin covering the portion of the subbasin within Glenn County (Figure 1). The GSAs coordinated on a single GSP and the first Annual Report was submitted in April 2022. These important documents outline historical and current conditions within the subbasin and outline steps to achieve and maintain sustainability within the implementation timeframe. Given minimal overdraft expected in the subbasin even with climate change conditions, the subbasins managers anticipate that overdraft can be managed by increasing supply through projects, without the need for reducing demand through management actions. A critical component for achieving and maintaining sustainability are groundwater recharge projects. These projects can be prioritized based on sustainability indicators for groundwater levels, land subsidence, and groundwater dependent ecosystems and should also consider impacts to domestic well users and disadvantaged communities. Figure 1. Area of the GGA The GGA is interested in exploring, designing, and implementing a phased recharge plan that considers previous studies and efforts when appropriate to determine the most efficient and effective path forward. Services may include applying for water rights, coordinating with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies, cost-benefit analysis, determining the appropriate mix of projects considering the range of available options, identification and design of project sites, design of infrastructure if needed, and outreach. As GGA embarks on an inaugural groundwater recharge project, it will build upon decades of studies and pilot projects for groundwater recharge in the area. Key considerations for groundwater recharge projects will include site feasibility, water supply cost and certainty, opportunities for partnership, funding sources, and optimal methods of recharge, As documented in Section B, the Geosyntec/WLS team has extensive experience assessing groundwater recharge programs throughout the Central Valley working with GSAs, water districts, landowners, the public, and regulatory agencies. From this experience we know how to identify , coordinate with stakeholders, provide funding, and move recharge projects from the planning stage to implementation. Project Approach A successful groundwater recharge program needs to consider the following issues: Governance and Cooperation How will project needs be coordinated with various stakeholders including; landowners, water districts, other GSAs, and address the legal and regulatory frameworks? Funding How will projects be funded and how will landowners be incentivized or compensated? Source Water Where will the recharge water come from, when, and how often? Conveyance How will recharge water get to the project site? Site Suitability Important physical parameters include suitability of soils (permeable or low permeability), land use, aquifer suitability and storage capacity, water quality, and regional considerations. Recharge Method How will the recharge water get into the ground and to the water table? Groundwater Use How will the recharge water be removed or otherwise used? Feasibility Analysis Is the project feasible? As documented in Section B, the Geosyntec/WLS team has provided these types of analysis on numerous projects. We want to help GGA make groundwater recharge happen in the Colusa Groundwater Subbasinart by evaluating feasibility for groundwater recharge projects that the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee has discussed (VanTol, Jasper, Oliveras, and California Olive Ranch), and ranking projects based on their various benefits and costs. Based on this work, one to two groundwater recharge projects will be identified that can be implemented in the short-term. Doing so will provide the GGA with a chance to implement a recharge project within six to twelve months, which will serve as an important learning experience for GGA. As an example of a 17 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 55 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY project considerations for this first phase, a recharge project at the VanTol property using surface water delivered through Orland- Artois Water District can be feasibly implemented in the short-term. However, the water cost is higher than other alternatives, especially this year, and the area of benefit is not likely to include the concerns around Orland where domestic well failures have been concentrated. Our knowledge of local conditions will help with the evaluation of the projects. The second task will be to rank groundwater recharge projects for the long-term given their respective costs and benefits. For instance, in-stream recharge through Stony Creek might address the three challenges that the Orland-area faces. However, it is more complicated to implement given the role of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Orland Unit Water Users Association, which is not a member agency of GGA. These tradeoffs will be discussed thoroughly with GGA and its stakeholders and analyzed thoroughly by Geosyntec/WLS in a project ranking process for the long term. Types of groundwater recharge to be considered include dedicated recharge basins, in-stream recharge, Flood-MAR on productive agricultural lands, Flood-MAR on rotationally fallowed agricultural lands, and dry well recharge using both vertical and horizontal wells. Dry wells can be used to recharge into deeper permeable materials in areas where surface materials are not amenable to recharge and allow for other activities to occur at the surface. As discussed in Section B, Geosyntec is assisting the State Water Board with developing the permitting requirements for dry wells for use in groundwater recharge projects and was cited for a proposed groundwater recharge project in the adjacent Corning Subbasin for the City of Corning. In addition, the Geosyntec/WLS team is currently developing a pilot study for horizontal dry wells for a confidential client in Fresno California where the top 15-feet of soils are not amenable to recharge. Identifying tradeoffs in time, costs, benefits, approach, and complexity between potential recharge projects is paramount. Our multi- disciplinary team of professionals are all deeply engaged in SGMA development and implementation, particularly groundwater recharge. We have experience from start to finish in implementing groundwater recharge projects through GSAs and can identify pitfalls and win-win opportunities to leverage support from other partners. Scope of Services Four tasks have been identified for the initial phase of this contract: Task 1 Short Term Project Identification Task 2 Long Term Project Identification Task 3 Meetings and Outreach Task 4 Project Management A detailed description of each of these tasks are presented below. Task 1 Short Term Project Identification The primary objective of this task is to prioritize at least one project for implementation during the 2022-2023 water year. The priority project(s) will have available water supply, suitable soils for groundwater recharge, and require minimal environmental review. Available funding will also be assessed. Applications for will start in September or October of 2022, so it is not anticipated that the project will be proposed for that grant given the short timeframe. To accomplish this objective, this task includes the following: Obtain information from the GGA regarding potential projects that could be completed within the short term. It is anticipated that these projects will include, but not be limited to, the VanTol, Oliveras, Jasper, and California Olive Ranch projects discussed above. Review existing studies including the 2002 Stony Creek Fan Study and 2017 VanTol groundwater recharge investigation along with other relevant studies. Conduct site visits and outreach with project proponents, landowners, and relevant water purveyors to gather additional details, discuss feasibility for conducting recharge during the 2022/2023 water year, and assess potential fatal flaws. Conduct a cost-benefit analysis that assesses access to water supplies, water rights, conveyance, costs, reliability, average recharge potential (acre-feet), geographical zones of benefit, beneficiaries of groundwater recharge, monitoring costs, and operation and maintenance costs. 18 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 56 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY The results of these assessments will be documented in a Phase 1 Report that will include at least one project for implementation during the 2022/2023 water year plus descriptions of projects analyzed, results of cost-benefit analysis, outreach conducted, and steps for implementation. An overview of these results will also be presented to the GGA Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee and board of directors (costs for these presentations are provided in Task 3). Deliverables Phase 1 Report with prioritized projects for implementation during 2022/2023 water year. Assumptions A total of 4 site visits will be conducted. Two site visits can be conducted within one 8-hour day. Each site visit will be attended by the Project Manager and Project Facilitator. The report will be revised based on one set of comments provided by the GGA. Phase 1 will prioritize a project in the Orland/Artois area given three noteworthy indicators: The Artois area is one of two hotspots in the Colusa Subbasinand the only hotspot in Glenn Countywhere measurable land subsidence is occurring Groundwater levels in Glenn County have declined most significantly in the area around Orland and Artois from 2006-2017. Orland is where hundreds of domestic wells have reported groundwater supply issues. DWR is funding $18 city limits and for trucked water for homeowners. The goal of Phase 1 is for GGA to be able to implement a project in the next 6-12 months. Given the shorter timeline, no additional outside funding is assumed and a grant submission is not part of Phase 1. -benefit analysis regarding water permits/rights and environmental review requirements. Task 2 Long Term Project Identification The primary objective of this task is to identify groundwater recharge projects with the optimum mix of costs, benefits, complexity, certainty, and timelines for the GGA to implement over the long-term. This will be completed using the following steps. Step 1 Outreach For this task, Geosyntec/WLS will work with the GGA to evaluate priority outcomes for the long-term projects. For example, questions for GGA to consider include a minimum volume of water expected to be recharge, priority geographical areas, willingness to apply for water rights, etc. After this evaluation we will: Interview stakeholders including member agencies to identify other resources that local stakeholders may not have proposed to the Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee including potential groundwater recharge sites and potential surface water supplies. Identify potential groundwater recharge locations and methods for Phase 2, in addition to those considered for Phase 1. Groundwater recharge methods to be considered include dedicated recharge basins, in-stream recharge, Flood-MAR on productive agricultural lands, Flood-MAR on rotationally fallowed agricultural lands, and dry well recharge Coordinate with GSAs in neighboring subbasins including Colusa Groundwater Authority, Butte Subbasin, Corning Subbasin, and Vina Subbasin and with other potential partners such as The Nature Conservancy, Sustainable Conservation, and local water districts. As part of Task 3, Meetings and Outreach, we will also be attending monthly meetings with the Ad hoc committee and GGA board meetings, as needed. Step 2 Review Existing Studies and Preliminary GIS Assessment and Mapping For this task we will review existing studies including the Colusa Basin Drainage Districts 1996 Hydrogeologic Investigation Report for the Orland-Artois Groundwater Recharge Basin and a more detailed assessment of the 2002 Stony Creek Fan Study and 2017 VanTol recharge test. Other reports will be reviewed as identified during Step 1. 19 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 57 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY This step also includes development of a map of potential groundwater recharge areas based on file reviews focused on collecting key datasets such as: Geology Soil permeability data Information from the Soil Agricultural Groundwater Banking Index Land ownership parcel map (provided by the County) Creeks, canals, and other water bodies Conveyance facilities Water district boundaries Roads and highways High resolution aerial photos Land use and irrigation source Monitoring wells provided in the GSP Topography/digital elevation map Change in groundwater storage contours as presented in the Annual Report for the Subbasin. The information will provide the basis for subsequent analysis to identify areas that may benefit from direct groundwater recharge. Using the information developed above, criteria will be developed that identifies areas where it would be feasible and beneficial to enhance groundwater recharge. This step also includes field checks of up to 6 sites to validate information. Step 3 Short-list Projects Based on the compiled data developed in Steps 1 and 2, criteria will be developed to determine potential managed groundwater recharge locations and options for recharging (in-lieu recharge, flooded fields, spreading basins, canals, enhanced stream recharge, gravel pits, dry wells). Based on the criteria, we will develop, map, and shortlist groundwater recharge study areas. We will then work with the GGA to rank potential projects and narrow the list to six projects for more detailed analysis as described for Step 4. Potential criteria for prioritization and ranking include: Land availability Land access and improvements Soil suitability Infiltration rates Storage Proximity to surface water conveyances Costs to move water Operations and maintenance Environmental concerns Reclamation Need to apply for surface water rights Certainty and timing of surface water supplies The map will be presented to GGA in a Technical Memorandum (TM) that will also include the methods used for evaluation, data collected and evaluated, and a summary of the evaluation criteria. Step 4 Detailed Analysis The short-listed projects from Step 3 will then be assessed similar to assessment described above for Phase 1 that includes a cost- benefit analysis and potential funding sources for the projects. Potential funding sources include collaboration on new Proposition 218 process and future grant opportunities. Deliverables Map and Technical Memorandum for Step 3 20 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 58 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Phase 2 Report detailing findings including descriptions of projects analyzed, results of cost-benefit analysis, outreach conducted, and potential funding sources. Final Phase 2 report can be used for funding proposals, with particular attention paid to future DWR Sustainable Groundwater Management Grants. Assumptions Two sites can be field check within one 8-hour day. Each site visit will be attended by the Project Manager or Projected Facilitator and one Staff Professional. The Step 3 TM and Phase 2 Report will be revised based on set of comments provided by GGA. -benefit analysis regarding water permits/rights and environmental review requirements. Additional phases beyond the scope of this proposal could be completed under future contracts. This project team can fully design approved recharge project(s). In addition, this team can oversee application(s) for water rights and coordinating with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies. Until groundwater recharge project(s) are selected by GGA, it is impossible for this project team to develop a scope of services or budget for those activities, thus they are not included. Task 3 Meetings and Outreach As discussed for Tasks 2 and 3, the Geosyntec/WLS team is available to attend monthly GGA Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee meetings. In addition, we also attend GGA board meetings as appropriate during the course of the project to make presentations for the tasks discussed above. It is also anticipated that throughout the project, the Geosyntec/WLS team will be working closely with GGA and other stakeholders to coordinate activities, provide information, and answer questions. Specific meetings will include a kickoff meeting to discuss the goals and objectives of the project and one meeting each to present and discuss the results of Tasks 1 and 2. Deliverables Kickoff meeting Presentations to present results of Tasks 1 and 2. Attend monthly GGA Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee meetings Up to three additional in-person meetings and 6 teleconference meetings Assumptions The Kickoff meeting, presentations for Task 1 and 2, and one additional in-person meetings will be conducted at the GGA offices. The Project Facilitator will attend all five in-person meetings. The Project Manager will attend three meetings in person and two meetings by teleconference. For the Project Facilitator and Project Manager (when attending), including travel time, each meeting will be 6-hours in duration with a total of 2-hours of preparation time. For meeting attended by teleconference by the Project Manager each meeting will be 4-hours in duration with a total of 1-hour of preparation. The monthly GGA Ad hoc meetings and teleconference meetings will be attended by the Project Manager and Project Faciliatory using a teleconference service. Each of these meetings will be 2-hours in duration. Task 4 Project Management This task will include management of the project. To manage this project, Geosyntec an internal management plan as a guide to monitor project performance. The plan will document critical success factors, milestones and key deliverable dates, task budgets, and a project schedule. view of project financials and helps monitor and control the project by providing near real-time project data. The system will also help Joe confirm invoice accuracy. Each invoice will show how the budget is managed month-to-month and will be structured to match the tasks presented in the contract agreement. Geosyntec will coordinate with the GGA project team to identify risks and mitigation measures to better control the outcome of the project. This assessment will be a guide to help the project team to detect and mitigate risks. By integrating planning and tracking tools with major project requirements, ongoing interaction and guidance by company experts will facilitate program 21 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 59 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY Joe Turner will work with the GGA to resolve changes by focusing on the issue, defining any points of disagreement to discover common ground, potential alternatives and resolution. Our philosophy to managing change is to provide a flexible, responsive and positive approach to achieve buy-in of affected parties. Any suggested or requested changes to the scope of work derived through meetings or other communications with our team will be communicated to our project manager evaluation and discussion with the GGA. Joe will also work with the team to expeditiously flag additional tasks that would add value to the project and be proposed to the GGA. Deliverables Monthly invoice with summary status report Assumptions Project Management will include 5-hours per month each for Project Manager and Administrative Staff. The project will be approximately 7-months in duration 22 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 60 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Page 61 Page | As shown 23 monthly and included in the progress GGA review of work products. , other meetings, and The schedule will be updated . , public outreach weeks to complete timelines for tasks thirty (30) to require is anticipated the proposed scope of work Gantt Chart for the project is shown below and includes schedule REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONSGroundwater Recharge Consulting ServicesGLENN GROUDWATER AUTHORITY Schedule Aon schedule, reports provided with the monthly invoices. GGA Board of DirectorsMeeting Date: August 8, 2022 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Groundwater Recharge Consulting Services GLENN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY e. Cost The Geosyntec/WLS team is committed to providing the GGA with exceptional service while maintaining efficient labor hours and other costs. We have developed a project budget that assumes the thirty (30) week schedule as shown on the schedule above. We will perform the work as outlined in the scope for an estimated fee of $157,860. We propose to conduct the proposed tasks on a time-and-materials basis in accordance with our 2022 Fee Schedule with a not-to-exceed contract amount without prior authorization. A summary of fees for each task, including other direct costs is presented below Labor Direct TASK 1 - Short Term Project Identification Hours Labor WLS Expenses Cost Task 1.1 Data Review 34 $6,306 $3,762 $165 $10,233 Task 1.2 Site Visits 20 $4,160 $3,201 $665 $8,026 Task 1.3 Phase 1 Report 92 $16,525 $5,886 $165 $22,576 Total Task Budget Authorization Request 146 $26,991 $12,849 $995 $40,835 Labor Direct TASK 2 - Long Term Project Identification Hours Labor WLS Expenses Cost Task 2.1 Outreach 32 $6,398 $4,208 $750 $11,356 Task 2.2 Data Review/GIS 77 $13,689 $6,380 $564 $20,633 Task 2.3 Short-List 47 $8,545 $5,787 $165 $14,497 Task 2.4 Detailed Analysis 92 $17,369 $2,965 $165 $20,499 Task 2.5 Phase 2 Report 53 $9,542 $3,939 $330 $13,811 Total Task Budget Authorization Request 248 $55,543 $23,279 $1,974 $80,796 Labor Direct TASK 3 - Meetings and Outreach Hours Labor WLS Expenses Cost Task 3.1 Meetings 63 $13,908 $11,198 $1,373 $26,479 Total Task Budget Authorization Request 63 $13,908 $11,198 $1,373 $26,479 Labor Direct TASK 4 - Project Management Hours Labor WLS Expenses Cost Task 4.1 Project Management 60 $9,420 $0 $330 $9,750 Total Task Budget Authorization Request 60 $9,420 $0 $330 $9,750 Total Total Labor Total Direct Total Hours Labor WLS Expenses Total Cost Project Total Budget Authorization 517 $105,862 $47,326 $4,672 $157,860 24 | Page GGA Board of DirectorsPage 62 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 CONFIDENTIAL G EOSYNTEC C ONSULTANTS 2022 R ATE S CHEDULE Rate/Hour Staff Professional $132 Senior Staff Professional $154 Professional $175 Project Professional $198 Senior Professional $224 Principal $244 Senior Principal $262 Technician I $ 70 Technician II $ 74 Senior Technician I $ 83 Senior Technician II $ 89 Site Manager I $ 98 Site Manager II $108 Construction Manager I $120 Construction Manager II $130 Senior Designer $170 Designer $140 Senior Drafter/Senior CADD Operator $125 Drafter/CADD Operator/Artist $110 Project Administrator $ 70 Clerical $ 58 Direct Expenses Cost plus 10% Subcontract Services Cost plus 12% Technology/Communications Fee 3% of Professional Fees Specialized Computer Applications (per hour) $ 12 Personal Automobile (per mile) Current Rate Photocopies (per page) $ .08 Rates are provided on a confidential basis and are client and project specific. Unless otherwise agreed, rates will be adjusted annually based on a minimum of the Producer Price Index for Engineering Services (PPI). Rates for field equipment, health and safety equipment, and graphical supplies presented upon request. Construction management fee presented upon request. RATEC2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 63 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 64 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 65 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 66 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 67 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 68 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 11. GRANT WRITING SERVICES a. *Approve approach to engage in grant writing services for the upcoming Sustainable Groundwater Management Round 2 grant application pending concurrence with the Colusa Groundwater Authority to: Engage the services of Davids Engineering, Inc., OR Request proposals from specific individuals/firms, OR Issue a Request for Proposals to provide grant writing services for the SGM Round 2 grant At the July 11, 2022 meeting, there was discussion on the SGM Round 2 grant. Staff recommended the GGA consider hiring a grant writer to assist with preparing the grant application, in coordination with the CGA. There was general consensus to pursue a grant writer as recommended. Staff is requesting direction on the approach to engage in grant writing services. Three general options include the following: 1. Engage the services of Davids Engineering, Inc. a. New Task Order under existing agreement b. New agreement 2. Request proposals from specific individuals or firms 3. Issue a Request for Proposals Staff has discussed this approach with the CGA, and there is general support to move forward with hiring Davids Engineering, Inc. to provide these services. Davids Engineering staff has indicated an interest in providing these services, if the board desires. Davids Engineering would team with West Yost Associates who have grant writers on staff. After the discussion held on July 11, a member of the public suggested the firm Morrisons which is based out of Chico. More information about the firm can be found at: https://morrisonco.net/services/#grants. Many other consulting firms have grant writers on their team to assist with these types of projects. Due to the short time-frame, option 3 is not recommended. $35,000 is budgeted for professional services which could include grant writing services. Currently, $21,500 remains unallocated to a specific project. Other potential budget line items that could support this work include special department expenses or GSP development/implementation. Initial estimates on grant writing services based on consultant experience in the critically over-drafted basin applications could be $50,000 to $100,000. It seems likely that the cost of application development would be less in the Colusa Subbasin than it was in the critically over-drafted basins. 12. UPDATE ON WATER CONSERVATION CAMPAIGN At the March 16, 2022 meeting, the Board requested a discussion item to consider supporting or developing a water conservation campaign or another method of encouraging or requiring water conservation, particularly in areas experiencing significant groundwater level declines. This could include an educational or awareness campaign or specific groundwater extraction limitation requirements. At the May 9, 2022 meeting, the Board discussed potential options and provided general support for outreach related to water conservation. The Board directed staff to continue exploring this option and bring recommendations to the Board for further discussion and/or action. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 69 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 At the June 14, 2022 meeting, staff provided information to the GGA including considerations and examples of outreach materials. At that meeting, there was general consensus that an educational or awareness campaign focused on encouraging water conservation was more appropriate than mandatory actions at this time. A request was also made to more explicitly include agricultural water use conservation in outreach materials. At the July 11, 2022 meeting, additional direction was provided to focus efforts on a press release and online presence and for the Executive Committee to finalize the water conservation campaign materials. The Executive Committee met July 27, 2022 and finalized all materials. Staff prepared the press release and website updates. The website materials were published and the press release was issued on August 4, 2022. The press release was sent to media contacts and the interested parties email distribution list. Staff communicated with representatives from the City of Willows and the City of Orland. The City of Orland highlighted the press release on their website and social media and the City of Willows added the press release to their website as well. The GGA Drought Resources webpage can be accessed at: https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/planning-community-development-services/water-resources/glenn- groundwater-authority/drought Additionally, Staff has coordinated with the CGA and will be posting to the Colusa Subbasin social media outlets in the near future. Attachments Press Release: The Glenn Groundwater Authority Encourages Water Conservation (August 4, 2022) Screenshot of GGA Drought Resources webpage GGA Board of DirectorsPage 70 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 Glenn GroundwaterAuthority Groundwater Sustainability Agency 225 North Tehama Street, Willows, CA 95988 530.934.6540 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Glenn Groundwater Authority Encourages Water Conservation The Glenn Groundwater Authority (GGA) is encouraging you to help our groundwater basin by conserving water. Conserve at home. Conserve at work. Conserve on the farm. We are experiencing a significant drought and we need your help. Eight of the last ten years have been classified as below normal, dry, or critical based on the Sacramento Valley Water Year Hydrologic Classification. The Northern Sierra Precipitation 8-Station Index states our region is only at 79% of average precipitation this year. The U.S. Drought Monitor shows over 97% of Glenn County is in Extreme Drought. The GGA is the Groundwater Sustainability Agency managing the Glenn County portion of the Colusa Subbasin. This covers the area generally south of Stony Creek, east of the coast ranges, west of the Sacramento River, and north of the Glenn- Colusa County line. In coordination with the Colusa Groundwater Authority, the GGA submitted the Colusa Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) as required by the Sustainability Groundwater Management Act in January 2022. The GSP is a long-term, comprehensive, dynamic plan that will guide how groundwater is managed in the Colusa Subbasin. The goals of the GSP are the maintain locally-managed sustainable groundwater resources to preserve and enhance the economic viability, social well-being, and culture of all who use groundwater, while avoiding undesirable results. What example, groundwater levels and land subsidence. Conditions are monitored throughout the subbasin and measured relative to the criteria set within the GSP. Basin conditions are evaluated at least annually during the development of the required Annual Report. The Annual Report submitted in April 2022 indicated that groundwater levels have generally dropped since 2020, especially around Orland and Artois. Since 2015, land subsidence has occurred in various areas, but most prominent between Orland and Artois with up to -1.5 feet of vertical displacement. It is unclear how much of this subsidence is permanent. How is the GGA helping during drought? The GSP includes a list of Projects and Management Actions that can be implemented to help reach and maintain sustainable groundwater conditions. The GGA is evaluating these projects and longer-term options to enhance drought resiliency. Immediate term solutions are being sought by Glenn County, cities, and local water providers. If you are experiencing water supply issues, be sure to report your issues to Glenn County or the California Department of Water Resources. There may be an assistance program that fits your circumstances. The link to report water insecurities can be found on our website. The GGA is also pursuing planning for groundwater recharge projects, has added additional monitoring for land subsidence, and is preparing for a grant opportunity that could provide funds for on-the-ground projects. The GGA supports the actions taken by local municipal water suppliers to encourage water conservation. The City of Orland implemented Stage 2 of the Water Conservation and Shortage Contingency Plan effective May 1, 2022. This includes limiting watering lawn and landscape to 3 days per week between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m. and implements a Stage 2 tiered rate str Shortage Contingency Plan on May 23, 2022. Restrictions include limitations on outdoor watering to 2 days per week between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. and increased water waste penalties. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 71 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 If you are a resident outside of these water service areas, we encourage you to implement a limited watering schedule and to reduce water waste. Fix leaks. Wash vehicles only with a hose that has a shutoff nozzle or similar device. Do not put water on driveways and sidewalks, unless for health and safety purposes. Do not water outdoor landscape within 48 hours after measurable rainfall. Be creative in finding your own solutions! Local agricultural producers have also been affected by drought. Surface water allocations have been significantly reduced or eliminated across the subbasin, with some receiving no surface water at all. In many cases, annual crops have been fallowed or fewer acres planted while trees and other permanent crops are being irrigated sparingly. Agricultural water users are similarly encouraged to utilize best management practices and conserve water as much as possible. Utilize your surface water supplies if you have them and minimize groundwater pumping. Coordinate with neighbors, when possible, to minimize possible well interference. Visit our website for links to additional resources. We challenge you to do your part in helping to conserve our precious water resources. No matter what you use water for, we are all in this together and every drop counts! Visit our website at https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/planning- community-development-services/water-resources/glenn-groundwater-authority/drought to access additional tips, information, and resources. Contact: Lisa Hunter, GGA Program Manager 530-934-6540 LHunter@countyofglenn.net GGA Board of DirectorsPage 72 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 GGA Board of DirectorsPage 73 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 13. COMMITTEE UPDATES a. Audit Services Ad Hoc Committee b.Executive Committee i. CGA/GGA Joint Executive Committee c. Funding Ad Hoc Committee d. Multi-Benefit Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee e. Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee f. Technical Advisory Committee g. Water Well Drilling Permits and Standards Ad Hoc Committee The Audit Services Ad Hoc Committee was appointed at the July 11, 2022 meeting and has not met. The committee expects to meet after Audit Services RFP closes. The RFP closes on August 19, 2022. The GGA Executive Committee last met July 27, 2022. The committee finalized the water conservation campaign materials which were discussed under item 12. The CGA/GGA Joint Executive Committee met January 28, 2022. The next GGA Executive Committee meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2022. The Funding Ad Hoc Committee was appointed at the July 11, 2022 meeting and has not met. The committee expects to meet following the close of the RFQ for GSA Data Review, Fee Analysis, and Rate Setting Services which is scheduled to close on September 2, 2022. The committee may meet with the CGA ad hoc committee. Coordination is occurring with the CGA for this potential meeting. The Multi-Benefit Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee last met on June 28, 2021 and provided a recommendation to the GGA Board on July 12, 2021. The committee has no additional items to report. Staff plans to reach out to The Nature Conservancy for an update on the related project. The Recharge Pilot Project Ad Hoc Committee met July 26 and August 4, 2022 and provided a report and recommendations during item 10. The outcomes of todays meeting, will guide the future work of this committee. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) last met jointly with the Colusa Groundwater Authority (CGA) Technical Advisory Committee on July 8, 2022, which was reported during the July 11, 2022 Board meeting. The next CGA/GGA Joint TAC meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2022. This meeting is expected to focus on the upcoming SGM Grant application and prioritizing potential projects. The TAC expects to bring a prioritized list of GSP Studies and PMAs to the GGA Board in September. Full page slides of TAC presentations and other meeting materials are available on the GGA website at: https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/planning-community-development-services/water-resources/glenn- groundwater-authority/gga The Water Well Drilling Permits and Standards Ad Hoc Committee met April 7, 2022 and provided a recommendation to the GGA Board on April 11, 2022. The next meeting has not been scheduled. 14. CLOSED SESSION §54956.9 Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated or significant exposure to litigation regarding tax refund claims and challenges to previously adopted property related fees. GGA Board of DirectorsPage 74 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022 15. CLOSED SESSION Conference with Legal Counsel Existing Litigation Aqualliance, California Water Impact Network, and California Sportfishing Alliance vs. Colusa Groundwater Authority, Glenn Groundwater Authority Colusa County Superior Court - Case Number CV24584 16. REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION 17. MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS Members of the GGA Board are encouraged to share information, reports, comments, and suggest future agenda items. Action cannot be taken on items brought up under this item. 18. NEXT MEETING The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. 19. ADJOURN The meeting will be adjourned. *Indicates Action Item GGA Board of DirectorsPage 75 Meeting Date: August 8, 2022