Entering into Memorandum of Understanding related to Reclamation District 108's Acquisition of Yolo County Property

The Yolo Subbasin Groundwater Agency is preparing to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Yolo County and Reclamation District 108 regarding the acquisition of approximately 7,500 acres of land adjacent to RD 108’s existing boundaries, along with the associated water rights. This initiative is aimed at enhancing coordinated management of groundwater resources within the subbasin by consolidating land and water rights under RD 108’s stewardship. The MOU will outline the collaborative framework between the parties, ensuring alignment in water use, conservation, and long-term sustainability goals under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. The property’s acquisition is expected to support improved hydrologic monitoring, flood management, and groundwater recharge initiatives critical to the region’s water resilience. The process is being spearheaded by Reclamation District 108, with Jordon Navarrot, Assistant General Manager, serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. The forecasted posting date for this action is May 27, 2026, indicating that formal procedures and agreements are anticipated to be initiated around that time. Although no solicitation number or NAICS code has been assigned yet, the effort is being pursued under the authority of the California Water Code and involves coordination with state and local stakeholders to align land and water management practices. The location of the property and the parties involved are centered in Yolo County, California, with the ultimate goal of integrating land use planning with groundwater sustainability objectives in the Yolo Subbasin.