OUTLOOK 2016: Water supply outlook is solid; protecting farmers is vital

Tom Kennedy

General Manager

Rainbow Municipal Water District

As the year draws to an end, many people reflect on the year that has past and make plans for the upcoming year. Here at RMWD we are no different. 2015 will be a memorable year for us for many reasons.

As an unprecedented drought entered its fourth year, San Diego County was well prepared, with our investments in supply reliability providing for over 99 percent of our projected demands. Our supply outlook for 2016 is also solid.

Unfortunately, others in the state were not as prepared and the Governor’s executive order in April direct...