Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency Board of Directors Special Meeting November 14, 2025

The Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency Board of Directors held a special meeting on November 14, 2025, focusing primarily on groundwater extraction reporting and agency staffing. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval to rescind a prior resolution to clear the way for staff to make variance recommendations and the authorization to recruit two new management-level positions—a groundwater manager and a program administrator—to improve agency operations. The board reviewed detailed updates on semiannual groundwater extraction statement reporting, highlighting challenges with compliance, data accuracy, and the integration of advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) technology. Staff emphasized ongoing efforts to enhance reporting systems, including potential use of satellite data and AI for water use estimation, and discussed the need for stakeholder engagement and possible incentives for timely reporting. Budget considerations confirmed that funding for the new positions was already included in the current fiscal year. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting underscored the agency's focus on improving data collection and operational efficiency through technology and staffing enhancements.