The Central Arizona Water Conservation District Board (CAWCD) met on Thursday, Feb. 5 at Central Arizona College’s Pinal County campus in Maricopa, Ariz. The meeting began with an update from Fred Schneider, president, Arizona Water Company, talking about his organization’s use of the new Alternative Path to Assured Water Supply.
Following a report from the CAGRD and Underground Storage Committee, the Board approved two agreements between CAWCD and the Gila River Indian Community for CAP water and a long-term storage credit (LTSC) purchase and sale agreement.
On Consent Agenda, the Board approved:
- Construction contract for Agua Fria siphon reline project
- Contract for CAGRD database support and enhancements
In addition, the Board heard presentations on:
The CAWCD Board of Directors is a popularly elected 15-member board. Ten members are from Maricopa County, four from Pima County and one from Pinal County. Members serve six-year, unpaid terms. The board typically meets publicly the first Thursday of each month to establish policy and set rates and taxes for CAP. Meetings are open to the public – in person and via livestream.
For additional details on the Feb. 5, 2026 board meeting, take a look at the agenda. Board minutes and video will be posted here, as well.
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