Council Subcommittee on Water Issues Meeting - June 2nd 2026

The City of Prescott Council Subcommittee on Water Issues convened on June 2, 2026, to discuss multiple water management topics including the amended 2022 water management policy, current water budgets, and long-term water planning. The subcommittee reviewed residential and non-residential water budget usage for the first half of 2026, noting approvals for several development projects and remaining water allocations. They recommended maintaining the existing water budget limits of 25 acre feet for both residential and non-residential categories. A significant portion of the meeting focused on updates to the long-term water management plan, including progress on groundwater flow modeling, infrastructure assessments, and conservation efforts. The city is conducting the plan in phases due to expanded scope and budget considerations, with phase one focusing on current water demands and supplies and phase two planned for future water supply options. The subcommittee also discussed a proposed supermajority voting requirement for changes to critical water policies and intergovernmental agreements to enhance stability and public input. Additionally, the 2025 annual water withdrawal and use report was presented, detailing water sources, usage breakdowns, and efforts to reduce water loss. Budgetary details for ongoing water management projects were discussed, with commitments to provide further fiscal information. No contract awards or vendor selections were explicitly mentioned, but the meeting included discussions on consultant contracts and grant funding related to water resource studies.