Sonoran Desert

Metropolitan Statement on the Signing of the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan

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Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Energy, Utilities, Geography of California, Geography of the United States, Physical geography, Colorado Plateau, Colorado River, Mojave Desert, Rocky Mountain National Park, Sonoran Desert, Drought

Jeffrey Kightlinger, general manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, issues the following statement on todays historic signing of the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan.

Key Points: 
  • Jeffrey Kightlinger, general manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, issues the following statement on todays historic signing of the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan.
  • The tough reality is, between climate change and severe drought, the Colorado River is at risk of critical shortage.
  • California recognized that despite holding senior water rights on the river, it needed to shoulder its share of the burden.
  • Now we must build on that cooperation and trust to negotiate long-term solutions to our challenges on the Colorado River.

Reclamation, Metropolitan to Dedicate New 635-Acre Conservation Area along Colorado River

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Friday, April 12, 2019
Energy, Utilities, Natural Resources, Other Natural Resources, Environment, Geography of California, Geography of the United States, Geography of Arizona, Sonoran Desert, Colorado Plateau, Colorado River, Mojave Desert, Rocky Mountain National Park

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California:

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  • Metropolitan Water District of Southern California:
    Water leaders to officially launch the transformation of 635 acres of former farmland along the Colorado River into a natural habitat for protected wildlife, dedicating the property as the Dennis Underwood Conservation Area.
  • Restoration of cottonwood, willow and honey mesquite trees and other native vegetation is expected to be completed in 2021.
  • Site of future conservation area, south of Blythe in the Palo Verde Valley
    Reclamation Commissioner Brenda Burman; Metropolitan General Manager Jeffrey Kightlinger; Metropolitan Chairwoman Gloria Gray; and other water leaders
    See the site as a blank slate along the Colorado River before restoration work has begun.
  • The Dennis Underwood Conservation Area will be part of the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program , an effort launched in 2005 to work toward the recovery of endangered and threatened fish and wildlife along 400 miles of the Lower Colorado.

Metropolitan Statement on States Seeking Congressional Approval of Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan

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Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Energy, Utilities, Public policy, Government, Congressional News, Views, Other Policy Issues, State, Local, Natural Resources, Agriculture, Urban planning, Environment, Construction & Property, Regions of the United States, Geography of the United States, Geography of California, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado Plateau, Colorado River, Mojave Desert, Sonoran Desert, Colorado, Western United States

Jeffrey Kightlinger, general manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, issues the following statement on the seven Colorado River Basin states together asking Congress for approval of the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan:

Key Points: 
  • Jeffrey Kightlinger, general manager of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, issues the following statement on the seven Colorado River Basin states together asking Congress for approval of the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan:
    One-quarter of the water we use in Southern California comes from the Colorado River.
  • Our people, farms and economies rely on the river for their survival and success, as do many other communities across the Southwest.
  • And now we are together asking Congress to support this path of collaboration and collective commitment to protect the Colorado River.
  • Collectively, we will ensure the Colorado River thrives and continues to provide a reliable water supply across the Southwest for generations to come.

The Colorado River is a Reliable Source of Water for Utah, Says the Utah Division of Water Resources

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Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Natural Resources, Other Natural Resources, Environment, Regions of the United States, Geography of the United States, Geography of California, Colorado Plateau, Colorado River, Rocky Mountain National Park, Sonoran Desert, UTAH

All water providers, including the State of Utah , understand the level of concern some have regarding the perceived uncertainty associated with the use of Colorado River water, said Eric Millis, director of the Utah Division of Water Resources .

Key Points: 
  • All water providers, including the State of Utah , understand the level of concern some have regarding the perceived uncertainty associated with the use of Colorado River water, said Eric Millis, director of the Utah Division of Water Resources .
  • Utah receives 23 percent of the Colorado River water supply available to the Upper Basin.
  • The reliability of the Colorado River gives Utah the opportunity to develop its water for the benefit of Utah.
  • The Utah Board of Water Resources can develop a portion of Utahs Colorado River in a manner consistent with the Law of the River, Millis said.

GENIFER M Jewelry is Giving Away Free Bracelets for Valentine's Day

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Thursday, January 31, 2019
Regions of the United States, Geography of the United States, Geography of California, ARIZONA, Sonoran Desert, Bracelet, Valentine's Day, Ariz

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --GENIFER M( www.geniferm.com ), the nation's first line of luxury nature-inspired jewelry, announced it will be giving away a free gemstone bracelet with qualifying purchases, now through Valentine's Day.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --GENIFER M( www.geniferm.com ), the nation's first line of luxury nature-inspired jewelry, announced it will be giving away a free gemstone bracelet with qualifying purchases, now through Valentine's Day.
  • GENIFER M Jewelry is one of the hottest brands in America.
  • "Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to purchase a beautiful piece from the GENIFER M Collection," said Genifer Murray, Co-Founder of the company.
  • Handcrafted in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, GENIFER M jewelry is designed to empower men and women, and provide a unique form of personal expression.

Mattamy Homes' Saguaro Trails Community Brings the Best of Desert Living in Tucson

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Flora of North America, Geography of Arizona, Geography of the United States, Pachycereeae, Butterfield Overland Mail, San Antonio-San Diego Mail Line, Tucson, Arizona, UNESCO Creative Cities Network, Saguaro, The Loop, Sonoran Desert, Trail

Mattamy recently introduced its new community in Tucson.

Key Points: 
  • Mattamy recently introduced its new community in Tucson.
  • Boasting stunning homesites and floor plans, Saguaro Trails, a thoughtfully designed master-planned community is located in the heart of the A-rated Vail School District conveniently located near great dining, shopping and the freeway.
  • Residents at Saguaro Trails will enjoy a community surrounded by beautiful Sonoran Desert and easy access to The Loop's 100 miles of cycling, pedestrian and equestrian trails.
  • Homes in Saguaro Trails showcase Mattamy's signature design style and distinctive architectural features.