Community Conversation: Water Resources

This Town of Fountain Hills community conversation on August 4, 2026, focused on water resources, particularly the Colorado River and Central Arizona Project (CAP) water supply. Presenters from CAP and EPCOR detailed the current status of water reservoirs, allocations, and the 100-year assured water supply requirements under Arizona law. They discussed the impacts of recent drought conditions, proposed cuts to Arizona's CAP water allocation (notably a 14% cut to municipal and industrial users), and the strategies in place to mitigate shortages, including groundwater reserves, water banking credits, and conservation programs. EPCOR representatives also addressed local water infrastructure, conservation tips, and future planning efforts such as potential groundwater importation and desalination projects. The meeting included a Q&A session covering topics like water rate impacts, water reuse, and development planning, emphasizing the community's preparedness to maintain water supply despite ongoing drought challenges.