Zoom Water Talks: Western States Bicker Over Dams
Published Date: 9/10/2026
Notice
Summary
The Western Water Cooperative Committee is holding two fun online meetings in October 2026 to chat about water management and update their rules. These meetings affect Western States and anyone interested in how water projects are run, with no costs involved for attendees. Mark your calendar for October 1 and 6 to join the conversation and learn about water rights and project operations!
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Two Public Virtual Meetings in October
The Western Water Cooperative Committee will hold two online public meetings: on October 1, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. EDT to 5:00 p.m. EDT, and on October 6, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. EDT to 4:00 p.m. EDT. Anyone interested may join the virtual meetings at no cost.
How to Submit Written Comments
You may submit written comments or statements by email in Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Word format to the committee DFO or ADFO. Written comments must include your name, title, affiliation, address, daytime phone, and which meeting date the comment is for, and must be received at least five (5) business days before the meeting to be provided to the committee beforehand.
Rules for Making Verbal Comments
If you want to make a verbal comment during a meeting, you must request the opportunity at least five (5) business days in advance with a brief description of your subject. A 15-minute period near the end of each meeting is set aside for public verbal comments; each accepted speaker will get no more than three (3) minutes and will be called in the order requests were received.
Requesting Special Accommodations
Individuals needing special accommodations for the virtual meetings should contact the committee DFO or ADFO at least five (5) business days before the meeting so arrangements can be made. Contact information (phone and email) for the DFO and ADFO is provided in the notice.
Meeting Materials Posted After Meetings
Agendas and materials for the October 1 and October 6, 2026 meetings will be available on the committee website and all materials will be posted after each meeting. The website link for the Western Water Cooperative Committee is provided in the notice.
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