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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1958
Page
22
Kern County voices strong support for continued water project construction under the California Water Plan. It urges exporting only surplus water after local needs are met and backs regional cooperation through the San Joaquin Valley Supervisors Association.
Tulare County lists districts from Orange to Delano Earli mart and notes Pixley and Ducor are organizing. The Water Commission funds a county survey to update water inventory and project future needs, with estimates suggesting a million acre feet additional may be required to sustain growth. A Kern County spokesman hints that Tulare will have to run to keep up with water-wise planning.
Kings County officials argue for coordinated water development with full insurance against piecemeal work and affordable pricing for San Joaquin Valley users. They oppose partisan fault lines between State and Federal roles and support studying Assemblyman Hansen’s proposed California north of Tehachapis water district for a comprehensive solution.
Kern business, labor, agriculture and women leaders approve a comprehensive Kern water plan. They seek a study of current and future needs, a qualified consultant, and accelerated construction of the Feather River Project under state control with possible federal cooperation.
B P Bellport regional USBR director said new proposals to bring more water to the East Side of the San Joaquin Valley may be offered soon. He spoke at the Irrigation Districts Association of California fall convention in Long Beach about the East Side Investigation now under way.
Producers announce three new water themed films now public with a fourth coming. The Bureau of Reclamation showcases agency projects while General Electric and the Water Association of Kern County loan a film. The Feather River Project Association offers a free 28 minute documentary on state water needs. The State Department of Water Resources nears completion of a Hollywood made film with release date and subject not announced. Officials urge groups to contact agencies to view films as aims focus on moving two million acre feet of Sacramento Valley water to the Eastern San Joaquin. Bellport notes ongoing East Side plan studies and potential links to Feather River decisions.
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