Court sides with Delta advocates

AUG. 3, 2016 – Assemblymember Jim Frazier, D-Oakley, today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals recent ruling that the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation violated the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) by renewing a series of two-year delivery contracts for agricultural customers located south of the Delta:

“After numerous lawsuits, the court’s decision validates what environmental and Delta advocates have been saying for years. This is a rare, yet sweet, victory for those of us calling for restrained pumping levels and a closer look into the detrimental effects to the Delta’s ecosystem.

“While the protection of endangered species is vital, we must also continue to defend the Delta as a whole and the way of life for this extraordinary community. Moving forward, I hope we take a serious look at alternatives and engage in real conversations on ways to reach this co-equal goal.”

Assemblymember Frazier represents the 11th Assembly District, which includes the Suisun City and Fairfield. To contact Assemblymember Frazier please visit his website or call his District Office at 707-399-3011. Follow Assemblymember Frazier on Facebook and “Like” him for updates on events and happenings in the 11th AD.