Climate and Environmental Justice Commission - March 23, 2026

The City of Davis Climate and Environmental Justice Commission met on March 23, 2026, primarily to discuss the update of the Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) for 2025. The meeting included a detailed presentation by Brown Caldwell consultants on water demand projections, supply reliability, water loss, and the impacts of climate change on water resources. Key procurement-related topics included the city's ongoing 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for water infrastructure replacement and maintenance, as well as the use of acoustic leak detection technology to proactively manage water system integrity. The commission reviewed the plan's assumptions, including population growth projections and conservation program impacts, and discussed the need for continued monitoring and adjustment of water use objectives. The UWMP is scheduled for public review and City Council adoption by May 19, 2026, with submission to the Department of Water Resources by July 1, 2026. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the CIP and conservation programs represent ongoing procurement and capital investment activities. The commission also addressed public comments on tree planting funding and environmental justice concerns, though these did not result in immediate procurement actions.