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Arizona Republic
Opinion: Governor Ducey Pledges $30 Million to November 29th DCP Implementation PlanThe DCP Implementation Plan presented to the Steering Committee on November 29th, 2018 meets the Governor’s principles, and has garnered his administration’s support.
Arizona Republic
'Getting close': Outline of Colorado River drought agreement takes shape in ArizonaThe Arizona Drought Contingency Plan Steering Committee made significant progress towards DCP implementation last week.
Capitol Media Services
Arizona officials agree to $100M plan to deal with Colorado River water shortageFunding for DCP will come from water rates, state appropriations, federal grants, and NGO contributions
Phoenix New Times
In the Nick of Time, Arizona Drought Talks Take Tentative Step ForwardThe majority of Steering Committee delegates supported an Implementation Plan that was proposed on November 29th, 2018.
The Desert Sun
Imperial Valley judge rules against California farmers in water rights caseState judge denies request from California farmers to prevent IID from signing on to the Lower Basin Drought Contingency Plan
Arizona Republic
'Already affecting us’: Climate change evident in Southwest as heat, drought, fires, federal report saysA new report from the Federal Government shows the intensifying effects of climate change throughout the country.
Arizona Republic
Gila River leader wants to help Arizona complete water deal but vows to defend landmark settlementGila River Indian Community’s Governor Lewis is optimistic about DCP implementation, but equitable mitigation and protection for Lake Mead are priorities
Arizona Republic
Opinion: CAP has a plan to get us through a water shortage. Here's what you need to know about itCAP’s interim mitigation proposal includes mitigation for tribes and farmers, in part using water from Lake Mead. Stakeholders continue to discuss the proposal prior to the November 29th, DCP...
Arizona Daily Star
CAP pushes new drought plan for Lake Mead protectionCAP proposes an interim mitigation plan, receives warning from ADWR Director that proposal does not conform with the drought plan’s purpose.
Arizona Republic
Opinion: Arizona is on the brink of setting off another Colorado River water warFormer Arizona Governor, Bruce Babbit, weighs in on current proposals for the Drought Contingency Plan, supporting ADWR’s claims to authority over Arizona water matters, and criticizing plans...
