Water Quality Regulatory Affairs

CICWQ engages and communicates with regulators and policy-makers at California’s state, county, and municipal government levels, working closely with cities, public works agencies, and water, sewer, and flood control districts and utilities on areas of common interest affecting water quality regulatory and policy-making actions.

Our Resources

Our resource page shares articles and content about some of the collaborative efforts CICWQ has built with local public works agencies. We address critical needs in water quality permit implementation, such as the development of regional, multi-benefit stormwater capture projects. CICWQ also collects and analyzes cost of implementation data on the use of Low Impact Development stormwater best management practices.

Below are links and contact information of critical state and regional water quality control boards in California that regulate the construction and property development industries. We included quick and easy access to several county-level, municipal, and special-purpose utility (water-sewer-flood) agencies.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update - July 2025

July 2025 Update: As temperatures rise, so does the urgency around water policy. This July, CICWQ is monitoring key issues, including the Delta Conveyance Project, opposition to SB 601, and CGP reform. See how we're advocating for the construction industry—and how you can get involved.

Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update - June 2025

June 2025 Update: Summer may be near, but water quality policy isn’t slowing down. Here's what construction pros need to know. New CGP training tools from CASQA, two resurfaced bills that could impact California businesses, and a major step forward for the Delta Conveyance Project.

Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update - May 2025

May 2025 Update: Spring has arrived, and with it come key updates in California water policy, permitting, and infrastructure. CICWQ breaks down what matters to builders, developers, and contractors, from improved reservoir levels to new legislation and project developments.

Water Quality and Supply Issues Monthly Update-APRIL 2025

April 2025 Update: Spring in California brings more than sunshine—it's a critical time for water and infrastructure. From peak snowpack and runoff to key water quality legislation and the latest Infrastructure Report Card, important changes are on the horizon for builders, developers, and public works professionals.

PUBLIC WORKS AGENCIES, ASSOCIATIONS, AND WATER BOARDS

CICWQ works with many different types of agencies, associations, and regulatory bodies in California and nationally. Contacts and internet resources are found by clicking the logos below.

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