The opportunity to analyze water supplies, water demand and water resource management strategies for local communities at die level of detail agreed upon by the RWPG and identified in SB 1. The opportunity to determine regional water infrastructure needs and how best to meet those needs. The opportunity to identify and address local issues and concerns within the framework of SB I and regional water plans. The ability to receive low-interest TWDB loans for financing water Supply projects. Regional water plans do not change existing water law.
Legislative action is needed for such changes.
Regional water plans do not affect existing water rights or contracts. Regional water plans do not force water management strategies on an entity. If a proposed water management strategy is objectionable to the political subdivision supplying or receiving water supplies, then the strategy will not be included in the plan as a strategy for meeting the need of the objecting political subdivision. The entity must specify its reasons for objecting to a proposed water management strategy, and the strategy may still be applied to meet other needs. To participate in regional water planning efforts, you may attend any of the RWPG meetings or contact regional group members or the TWDB to voice your concerns or to obtain additional information.