The State Water Resources Control Board seeks to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.
The County-wide and Regional Funding Program by the State Water Board aims to support counties or eligible entities in implementing regional initiatives that tackle drought-related and contamination issues impacting state small water systems and domestic wells. This program is designed for the benefit of disadvantaged communities (DACs) and low-income households. Fund recipients are tasked with the management and implementation of these projects, with reimbursement from the State for eligible costs. The primary goal is to fill existing regional program gaps, especially outside the San Joaquin Valley, providing crucial drinking water improvements.