Supervisor Daurice Kalfsbeek Smith, who chairs the Colusa County Board of Supervisors, took part in the annual Family Water Alliance (FWA) event held in Colusa. The event served as a forum for discussions on water supply reliability, agricultural needs, and environmental stewardship in the region.
The FWA was established by local residents to address regulatory challenges affecting farming and water management in the area. The gathering brought together local leaders and policymakers, including U.S. Representative Mike Thompson and Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, to discuss California’s ongoing water infrastructure issues.
During the event, Chair Smith highlighted the importance of practical water policies that support both economic and cultural aspects of Sacramento Valley’s agricultural communities. Conversations centered on regulatory impacts, possible storage solutions, and balancing competing demands from urban areas, agriculture, and environmental interests.
“Water is the lifeblood of Colusa County, and our future depends on effective, sustainable management policies forged through strong collaboration,” said Chair Smith. “Having direct, face-to-face discussions with leaders like Congressman Thompson and Assemblymember Aguiar-Curry is invaluable. It ensures our federal and state representatives understand the real-world impact that water decisions have on our farmers, our economy, and our rural communities right here on the ground.”
The presence of officials from different levels of government at the FWA event highlighted its regional significance. Colusa County officials reiterated their commitment to collaborating with partners across the region to ensure that local water priorities are considered in legislative decisions.