GSA Meeting 3/11/2026

The City of Ridgecrest held a GSA meeting on March 11, 2026, focusing primarily on water resource management and related contracts. Key procurement discussions included contract modifications with Hamner and Juul for right-of-way acquisition services, where insurance requirements were adjusted without fiscal impact, and amendments to contracts with Provos and Pritchard for Sequipa documents, permit documentation, and design services for the imported water pipeline project, extending contract deadlines to December 31, 2026, and updating project oversight roles. The board also reviewed grant funding status, including nearly $400,000 pending reimbursement from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and progress on consolidation projects funded by drought relief grants. Additionally, the board discussed coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for construction funding under the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 and ongoing design milestones for the imported water pipeline. A motion to approve contract amendments and grant-related actions passed with majority support, though the water district voted no on some items. Public comments addressed groundwater sustainability concerns and replenishment fees. The meeting concluded with plans for continued community engagement and a scheduled next meeting on April 8, 2026.