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HDR of Omaha, NE has acquired the assets of Sacramento-based David Ford Consulting Engineers. Henceforth, David Ford Consulting Engineers will do business as HDR | David Ford Consulting Engineers. The two firms have previously worked together for federal and state (CA) clients and teamed on notable projects such as Oroville …

The Groundwater Resources Association of California (GRAC) has announced their First Annual “super-sized” Western Groundwater Congress (WGC) for Tuesday, Sept. 25 through Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018. Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) legislation, water resources and other timely topics as well as practical hands-on workshops. The event will be held at …

Historical displays, a new book detailing their 100-year history, free tacos and ice cream, a petting zoo, a car show, temporary tattoos and face painting for children, and a host of other activities were all part of Palmdale Water District’s (PWD) recent centennial celebration. The water district was fortunate to …

The Central California Area Office for the Bureau of Reclamation has announced they are now seeking new volunteers to assist with a variety of duties at the American River Water Education Center (ARWEC). The center is located near the Folsom Dam. The ARWEC offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to …

Two Southern California water agencies have earned awards for their positive impacts on their communities through investments in water quality and customer-centric information. Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA), based in Chino, recently received the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Inland Empire Branch’s Outstanding Civil Engineering Water/Wastewater Project of the …

Paula Rasmussen, a long-time employee of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board (LARWQCB), has been named as the new executive officer for the Colorado River Regional Water Quality Control Board (Colorado River Water Board). She will be replacing Jose Angel in her new position. Angel’s last day is …