Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum, March 19, 2024
2024-03-19 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
The USIBWC Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum Board held a public meeting on March 19, 2024, at the Radon Conference Room, Water Campus Conference, 2955 Calle Agua Nueva, Tucson, Ariz.
Dr. Sharon B. Megdal, Director of the Water Resource Research Center at the University of Arizona, provided an update on the status of the Transboundary Aquifer Assessment Program (TAAP), including the five-year strategic plan put together by the participating water institutes and USGS, along with the status of the request for congressional reauthorization.
Matt Narter, R.G., Senior Hydrogeologist at the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, outlined the ways that in recent years there have been many scientific, regulatory, and legal developments related to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). The ADEQ discussed the agency’s efforts to identify the impacts of PFAS in Arizona, prepare for expected federal regulations, and aid impacted communities
Press release and presentations: https://www.ibwc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Combination-press-release-3-19-2024.pdf
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CTfd6KVWWk
SOUTHEAST ARIZONA CITIZENS FORUM
Tuesday March 19, 2024, at 4-6pm MST
Radon Conference Room, Water Campus Conference
2955 Calle Agua Nueva, Tucson, AZ 85745
And via Teams Webinar
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions
• The Status of TAAP – Dr. Sharon B. Megdal, Director of the Water Resource Research Center at the University of Arizona
• Update on Elements Related to PFAS – Matt Narter, R.G., Senior Hydrogeologist at the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality
• Public Comment
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

San Diego Citizens Forum, March 28, 2024
2024-03-28 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
The USIBWC San Diego Citizens Forum Board held a public meeting on March 28, 2024, at Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, Calif.
Citizens Forum Board Member Alberto Pombo, Ph.D., and CEO of Border Communities for a Healthy Environment, presented a study analyzing data compiled over 25 years on pollution origins on the Tijuana River on the Mexico side of the border.
Morgan Rogers, P.E., Area Operations Manager, USIBWC San Diego Field Office, presented an update of Commission activities in the San Diego region. The presentation included an update on Minute 328 projects, the operational status of the San Diego Wastewater Treatment Plant, an accounting of transboundary flows, and an update on San Diego–Tijuana wastewater infrastructure improvement projects.
Press release and presentations: Combination press release 3-28-2024
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aWJkvmKxF8
SAN DIEGO CITIZENS FORUM
Thursday March 28, 2024, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. PST
Nautilus Room – Coronado Community Center
1845 Strand Way
Coronado, CA 92118
And via Teams Webinar
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions
• Geographical analysis of water pollution sources along the Tijuana River (2024) – Alberto Pombo, Ph.D., CEO of Border Communities for a Healthy Environment
• Update on Minute 328 projects and funding – Morgan Rogers, P.E., Area Operations Manager, USIBWC San Diego Field Office
• Update of IBWC and Activities in San Diego Region – AOM Rogers
• Public Comment
• Board Discussion
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum, April 2, 2024
2024-04-02 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
The USIBWC Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum Board held a public meeting on April 2, 2024, at the Mercedes Field Office, Mercedes, Texas.
USIBWC Commissioner Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., provided an update on the status of the Minute negotiations for the Rio Grande and what that means for bringing predictability and reliability to the Rio Grande.
USIBWC Hydrologist Adrian Cortez provided an update on the recent implementation of a graphical data portal to share Commission data with stakeholders in the United States and Mexico. This overview went over how to use the system and sought feedback from stakeholders on the type of information and data they would like to see included in the future.
Dr. Apurba Borah, P.E., USIBWC Lead Hydraulic Engineer, presented an update of the USIBWC levee system in the Lower Rio Grande Flood Control Project. The presentation included an update on levee accreditation, design, and construction in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. He also discussed ongoing projects as well as speed bumps in FEMA levee accreditation.
Press release and presentations: combined press release with presentations
Video: https://youtu.be/DdzWke_nGXU
LOWER RIO GRANDE CITIZENS FORUM
Tuesday, April 2, 2024, from 3-5 p.m. CDT.
IBWC Mercedes Field Office
325 Golf Course Road
Mercedes, TX 78570
And Via Teams
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions – Leslie Grijalva, Public Affairs Specialist, USIBWC
• Update on Minute Negotiations – Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., Commissioner, USIBWC
• IBWC Stream Gaging Program and Water Data Portal for the Rio Grande River, Colorado River, and Tijuana River Basins – Adrian Cortez, Hydrologist, Water Accounting Division, USIBWC
• Update on Levee Improvement Projects in the Lower Rio Grande Valley – Dr. Apurba Bora, P.E., Lead Hydraulic Engineer, Engineering Services Division, USIBWC
• Public Comment
• Board Discussion
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

Middle Rio Grande Coordinated Monitoring Meeting, April 15, 2024
2024-04-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Mexico_City) | Webinar
The annual Coordinated Monitoring Meetings gather parties that are currently conducting water quality monitoring activities in that portion of the basin as well as entities such as other state agencies that can provide input on monitoring. The group discusses the next fiscal year’s monitoring schedule.
Minutes: Click Here

Colorado River Citizens Forum, July 9, 2024
2024-07-09
The USIBWC hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting to welcome the new Colorado River Citizens Forum Board on July 9, 2024, at Yuma City Hall, One City Plaza, Yuma, Ariz.
Frank Fisher, Public Affairs Chief for the USIBWC, provided an overview of the agency and its history. He also gave a presentation about the Citizens Forum program.
Anna Morales, Area Operations Manager for the USIBWC Yuma Field Office, gave an overview of field office activities.
Press release and presentations: Combined-CR-CF-press-release-7-9-2024.pdf (ibwc.gov)
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CWRxvDZeNQ
USIBWC COLORADO RIVER CITIZENS FORUM
Tuesday, JULY 9, 4-6 p.m. MST
Yuma City Hall, Room 190
1 City Plaza
Yuma, AZ 85364
And via Teams Webinar
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions – Frank Fisher, Director of Public Affairs, USIBWC
• IBWC & Citizens Forum Program Overview & History – Frank Fisher
• Yuma Field Office Activities – Anna Morales, Area Operations Manager for the Yuma Field Office, USIBWC
• Public Comment
• Board Discussion
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

San Diego Citizens Forum, July 10, 2024
2024-07-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
The USIBWC San Diego Citizens Forum Board held a public meeting on July 10, 2024, at the Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, Calif.
Morgan Rogers, Area Operations Manager of the USIBWC San Diego Field Office, presented updates on the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant, San Diego–Tijuana wastewater
infrastructure improvement projects, and other Commission activities in the region.
The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation gave a presentation “Current Efforts on Dredging and Berm Repair in the Tijuana River Valley by the County and City of San Diego.”
Presentations: ibwc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Combination-press-release-SD-CF-7-10-2024.pdf
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3bJ2ZVBzgs
SAN DIEGO CITIZENS FORUM
Wednesday, July 10, 2024, 5:30–7:30 p.m. PDT
Triton Room – Coronado Community Center
1845 Strand Way
Coronado, CA 92118
And via Teams Webinar
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions
• Update of IBWC Activities in San Diego Region – Morgan Rogers, P.E., Area Operations Manager, USIBWC San Diego Field Office
• Current Efforts on Dredging and Berm Repair in the Tijuana River Valley by the County and City of San Diego – County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation
• Public Comment
• Board Discussion
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum, July 18, 2024
2024-07-18 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Phoenix)
The USIBWC Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum Board held a public meeting on July 18, 2024, at the Dona Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd., Las Cruces, N.M.
Enrique Ornelas, Deputy Regional Manager, USIBWC Upper Rio Grande Field Office, provided a presentation on “Sediment Disposal Program Updates.”
Genevieve Allan, Planning Group Supervisor, Water Management Division, Albuquerque Area Office, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, presented on “Reclamations Grant Opportunities and Drought Resilience Efforts in the Rio Grande Project.”
Press release and presentations: Combination-press-release.pdf (ibwc.gov)
Meeting video: https://youtu.be/WBKchqC26zY
USIBWC UPPER RIO GRANDE CITIZENS FORUM
Thursday July 18, 6:30-8:30 MDT
Doña Ana County Government Center, Commission Chambers
845 N. Motel Blvd., Las Cruces, NM 88007
And via Teams Webinar
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions – Co-Chairs
• “Sediment Disposal Program Updates” – Enrique Ornelas, Deputy Regional Manager, USIBWC Upper Rio Grande Field Office
• “Reclamations Grant Opportunities and Drought Resilience Efforts in the Rio Grande Project” – Genevieve Allan, Planning Group Supervisor, Albuquerque Area Office, U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation
• Public Comment
• Board Discussion
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum, August 6, 2024
2024-08-06 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
The USIBWC Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum Board held a public meeting on August 6, 2024, at the Mercedes Field Office, in Mercedes, Texas.
Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., USIBWC Commissioner, and USIBWC Hydrologist Delbert Humberson discussed research the agency has done on Rio Grande hydrology. The USIBWC has begun sharing this information with congressional representatives and other stakeholders to encourage a regional discussion on building resiliency in the region with less dependence on Mexico’s water.
Joseph Tritz, Maintenance Supervisor for the USIBWC Mercedes Field Office, provided an update on field office activities. He covered the role and responsibilities of the field office’s maintenance and operations department.
Press release and presentations: Press release with presentations 8-6-2024
Video of the meeting can be found on the IBWC YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxfENsWp9qQ
LOWER RIO GRANDE CITIZENS FORUM
Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. CDT.
IBWC Mercedes Field Office
325 Golf Course Road
Mercedes, TX 78570
And Via Teams
Agenda

Welcome and Introductions – Co-chairs
Hydrology of the Rio Grande, Water Deliveries, and the Minute Status – Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., USIBWC Commissioner, Hydrologist Delbert Humberson
Mercedes Field Office Activities – Joseph Tritz, Field Office Maintenance Supervisor
Public Comment
Board Discussion
Suggested Future Agenda Items

Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum, August 15, 2024
2024-08-15 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
The USIBWC Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum Board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on August 15, at the Tubac Community Center, Tucson, Ariz.
Crystal Cadillo, P.E., Civil Engineer with the USIBWC Construction Management Division, presented on the recent rehabilitation of the International Outfall Interceptor in Nogales, Arizona. The pipeline conveys wastewater from Nogales and Rio Rico, Arizona, and Nogales, Sonora, over a length of 9.9 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border to the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant in Rio Rico.
Andres Rangel, Associate Director of the North America Development Bank, discussed updates to the Estadio Pump Station project. Mr. Rangel’s presentation covered the status, planned works, and expected results of the project, providing a comprehensive overview of the progress and future developments.
The public meeting was held in person at:
Santa Cruz County North Facility – Tubac Community Center, 50 Bridge Road, Tubac, Ariz. 85646
Press release and presentations: Press-release-with-presentations-8-15-2024.pdf (ibwc.gov)
Video: https://youtu.be/r0qfr3zyI1I
SOUTHEAST ARIZONA CITIZENS FORUM
Thursday, August 15, 4–6 p.m. MST
Santa Cruz County North Facility – Tubac Community Center
50 Bridge Rd.
Tubac, AZ 85646
And via Teams Webinar
Agenda
• Welcome and Introductions
• Opening Remarks – Co-chairs
• Update on recent Nogales International Outfall Interceptor rehabilitation completion – Crystal Cadillo / Civil Engineer / USIBWC
• Estadio Pump Station project updates – Andres Rangel / Associate Director / North American Development Bank
• Public Comment
• Board Discussion
• Suggested Future Agenda Items

Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum, October 24, 2024 (6-8 p.m. MDT)
2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
**Link to Video**
**Link to presentations**

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum board held an in-person and virtual public meeting on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. MDT.

David Duran, USIBWC Regional Operations Manager, American Dam Field Office, presented updates on public maintenance requests as well as total sediment removals for Fiscal Years 2022-2024 within the agency’s Canalization Project Area.
Gerardo Melendez, Lead Civil Engineer (Hydraulic), U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, spoke about Rio Grande irrigation updates and next session irrigation topics.

Held in person at:
USIBWC Headquarters Building
4191 North Mesa St.
El Paso, Texas 79902

Agenda

Welcome and Introductions – USIBWC Citizens Forum Board Co-Chairs
USIBWC Presentation on Field Office –David Duran, Regional Area Operations Manager, USIBWC American Dam Field Office.
Irrigation updates and 2025 outlook – Gerado Melendez, Lead Civil Engineer (Hydraulic), U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
Public Comment
Board Discussion
Suggested Future Agenda Items

San Diego Citizens Forum, October 29, 2024 (6-8 p.m. PDT)
2024-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
**Link to Video**
**Link to presentations**

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) San Diego Citizens Forum board held an in-person and virtual public meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. PDT.

USIBWC Commissioner Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., and her staff spoke about the launch of the rehabilitation and expansion of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant. This expansion, in combination with wastewater infrastructure improvements in Mexico under Minute 328, is intended to eliminate up to 90% of untreated wastewater reaching the coast.
Joshua Hinojosa, USIBWC Program Analyst, presented an update on the Asset Management Program, outlining key phases such as assessments, resource allocations, maintenance plans, and next steps.

Held in person at:
Coronado Community Center
Triton Room
1845 Strand Way
Coronado, CA 92118

Agenda:

Welcome and Introductions – USIBWC Citizen Board Introductions
USIBWC – Commissioner Giner & IBWC staff: Launch of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation and expansion.
USIBWC – Joshua Hinojosa, Program Analyst: Asset Management program updates.
Public Comment
Board Discussion
Suggested Future Agenda Items

Colorado River Citizens Forum, October 30, 2024 (4-6 p.m.)
2024-10-30 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
**Link to Video**
**Link to presentations**

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Colorado River Citizens Forum board held an in-person and virtual public meeting on
Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. PDT.

• Meghan Thiemann, Civil Engineer/Project Manager, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, provided a system status update for the Lower Colorado River Basin for water year 2025 and discussed hydrology, operations and projections, and drought response actions.
• Robert Cardenas, Assistant Area Operations Manager, USIBWC Yuma Field Office, spoke about the Mexicali Sanitation Binational Technical Committee (BTC), including the status of active and pending projects.

The public meeting was held in person at:
Imperial Irrigation District Board Room
1285 Broadway
El Centro, CA 92243

USIBWC Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum - December 5, 2024
2024-12-05 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | USIBWC Mercedes Field Office, 325 Golf Course Road, Mercedes, TX, 78570, United States
**Link to Video**
**Link to presentations**

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum board held an in-person and virtual public meeting on Thursday,
December 5, 2024, from 3-5pm CST.

Juan Uribe, Area Operations Manager, Operations and Maintenance, provided public updates on area operations and land management activities.
Ignacio Farias, Biologist, EGC|AGEISS, provided an update on the Arroyo Colorado vegetation management project.
Delbert Humberson, Hydrologist, USIBWC Water Accounting Division, presented updates to the signing of Minute 331, “Measures to Improve the Reliability and Predictability of Rio Grande Water Deliveries to Benefit the United States and Mexico.” And a brief summary of Rio San Juan discussions.

Meeting held in person at:
USIBWC Mercedes Field Office
325 Golf Course Road
Mercedes, TX 78570

USIBWC Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum - February 10, 2025
2025-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | USIBWC Headquarters Building, 4191 N. Mesa St, El Paso, TX, 79902, United States
**Link to Presentations**
**Link to Video**

The US Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on
Monday, February 10, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. MST

Manuel Herrera, Director of Engineering and Projects, Juarez Municipal Water and Sanitation Board (JMAS), presented an overview of JMAS operations, projects, and drinking water and sanitation systems in the Juárez area.
Yesenia Castro, Engineer, USIBWC Engineering Services Division, presented a program introduction of the USIBWC’s new Sediment Management Program.

The public meeting was held in person at:
USIBWC Headquarters Building
4191 N. Mesa St.
El Paso, TX 79902

USIBWC San Diego Citizens Forum - February 13, 2025
2025-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
**Link to Presentations**
**Link to Video**
The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) San Diego Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on
Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. PST.

USIBWC Commissioner Dr. Maria-Elena Giner and staff presented updates on the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant and its compliance, Minute 328, and transboundary flows.
Brian McNeece, San Diego Citizens Forum Co-Chair, presented on a recent tour the USIBWC Citizens Forum Board took of the City of San Diego’s Ocean Monitoring Lab.
Ryan Kempster, Ocean Monitoring Program Manager, City of San Diego, presented an overview of the city’s Ocean Monitoring Program. Dr. Kempster will also provide updates on recent data collection efforts and the current state of local coastal waters as it relates to the impact of wastewater discharge.

The public meeting was held in person at:
San Ysidro Civic Center
212 W. Park Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173

USIBWC Middle Reach Stakeholders Forum - February 19 & February 20, 2025
2025-02-19 00:00 - 2025-02-20 00:00 (America/Phoenix)
**Link to Presentation**
**Link to Video**

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) will host in person and virtual public meetings in the Middle Rio Grande region on
February 19 and 20, 2025.
Presenters will cover the Amistad Dam mitigation plan, the Safety of Dams program, ongoing
and upcoming area operations, and an update on Rio Grande hydrology, water deliveries, and Minute 331. A tour of Amistad Dam was offered on Wednesday, February 19, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. CST

Karla Benitez, USIBWC Civil Engineer: Amistad Dam mitigation plan.
Delbert Humberson, USIBWC Hydrologist: Update on Rio Grande hydrology, water deliveries, and Minute 331.
Mario Gomez, USIBWC Acting Operation and Maintenance Chief: Updates to the Safety
of Dams program and ongoing and upcoming area operations activities

First meeting held on Wednesday, February 19, from 2-5 p.m. CST. at:
Del Rio Municipal Building
109 W Broadway St., Del Rio, Texas
Second meeting held on Thursday, February 20, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. CST at:
Laredo Water Museum
2702 Anna Ave., Laredo, Texas

USIBWC Colorado River Citizens Forum - February 26, 2025
2025-02-26 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
**Link to Presentations**
**Link to Video**
The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Colorado River Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on
Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. MST.

Francisco Zamora, Senior Director of Programs, Sonora Institute, and Hydrologist Roberto Rangel, The Nature Conservancy of Mexico, presented on “Environmental Restoration and Ecological Effects Projects along the Colorado River.” They will discuss the observed responses of the hydrologic system, vegetation, and wildlife to habitat and flow restoration in the Colorado River Delta.

Cathy Douglas, Executive Director, Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area, presented on the “Yuma East Wetlands Restoration Project,” which aims to revitalize the waterfront area.

Anna Morales, Area Operations Manager, USIBWC Yuma Field Office, presented gaging station telemetry upgrades and live weblinks.

The public meeting was held in person at:
Yuma City Hall, Room 190
1 City Plaza
Yuma, AZ 85364

USIBWC Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum - April 15, 2025
2025-04-15 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | Water Resources Research Center, University of Arizona, 350 N. Campbell Ave., tucson, AZ, 85719, United States
**Link to Presentations**
**Link to Video**

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on:
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. MST

John Light, USIBWC Nogales Field Office Area Operations Manager, provided field office updates and the status of the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation project.

Sharon B. Megdal, Director, Water Resources Research Center, & Dr. Elia Tapia Professor, Universidad de Sonora provided a joint presentation on the Transboundary Aquifer Assessment Program, discuss broader groundwater management efforts in Arizona, and will hold a brief discussion on prioritizing Transboundary Aquifers in the Arizona–Sonora Region.

The public meeting was held in person at:
Water Resources Research Center, University of Arizona
350 N. Campbell Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85719

USIBWC Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum - April 17, 2025
2025-04-17 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | USIBWC Mercedes Field Office, 325 Golf Course Road, Mercedes, TX, 78570, United States
**Link to Presentations**
**Link to Video**
The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 3-5 p.m. CDT

Joseph Tritz, USIBWC Maintenance Worker Supervisor, presented Lower Rio Grande Flood Control Project updates.

Ivan Santos, Graduate Research Engineer with Research, Applied Technology, Education, and Service, Inc, Rio Grande Valley, discussed the development of a demonstrable hydrologic forecasting framework and prototype decision support tool.

The public meeting was held in person at:
USIBWC Mercedes Field Office
325 Golf Course Rd.
Mercedes, TX 78570

USIBWC Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum June 9, 2025
2025-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Doña Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd, Las Cruces, NM, 88007, United States
Link to Video Uploaded After Meeting
Link to Presentations

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Upper Rio Grande Citizens Forum board will host an in-person and virtual public meeting on:
Monday, June 9, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. MDT

USIBWC Area Operations Manager David Duran will provide updates to flood plain operations, recycling programs, and recent water releases.

USIBWC Civil Engineer Luz Favela will provide an update on the American Canal Lower Reach Replacement Project.

The public meeting will be held in person at:
Doña Ana County Government Center, Commission Chambers
845 N. Motel Blvd., Las Cruces, NM 88007

USIBWC San Diego Citizens Forum June 12, 2025
2025-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Link to Video
Link to Presentation

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) San Diego Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on:
Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. PDT

USIBWC Senior Leadership and representatives from PCL Construction and Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. provided an update on the acceleration of the incremental expansion of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant from 25 to 35 million gallons per day.

The public meeting was held in person at:
Coronado Community Center
1845 Strand Way
Coronado, CA 92118

USIBWC Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum August 12, 2025
2025-08-12 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Tubac Community Center, 50 Bridge Road, Tubac, AZ, 85646, United States
Link to Video
Link to Presentations

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Southeast Arizona Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on:
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from 3-5 p.m. MST.

• Francisco Morales, Project Manager, North American Development Bank, presented on his agency’s wastewater projects aimed at preventing transboundary flows in the Nogales, Arizona, area.
• Joaquin Marruffo Ruiz, Border Programs Administrator, Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, provided an update on progress, challenges, and plans for the Oso Wash and Brickwood Canyon projects in Arizona.

The public meeting was held in person at:
Tubac Community Center
Santa Cruz County, North Facility
50 Bridge Road, Tubac, AZ 85646

USIBWC Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum August 14, 2024
2025-08-14 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Tell_City) | USIBWC Mercedes Field Office, 325 Golf Course Road, Mercedes, TX, 78570, United States
Link to Video
Link to Presentations

The U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Lower Rio Grande Citizens Forum board hosted an in-person and virtual public meeting on:
Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 3-5 p.m. CDT

• Frank Lazo, USIBWC Dam Operator Supervisor, provided updates on operations and maintenance at Anzalduas and Retamal dams, including future projects.
• Dr. Apurba Borah USIBWC Lead Hydraulic Engineer, discussed progress on the Arroyo Colorado Dredging Design Project in Hidalgo and Cameron counties, Texas.

The public meeting was held in person at:
USIBWC Mercedes Field Office
325 Golf Course Rd.
Mercedes, TX 78570

USIBWC Colorado River Citizens Forum August 27 - Virtual Meeting
2025-08-27 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix)
Link to Presentation
Link to Meeting Recording

The US Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) Colorado River Citizens Forum board hosted a virtual public meeting on:
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 4-6pm MST

• Katrina Grantz, Deputy Regional Director with the Bureau of Reclamation, presented on the operational challenges of the Glen Canyon Dam (GCD). Her presentation will include a high-level overview of GCD infrastructure, updates on maintenance activities such as re-lining the river outlet works, interim operating criteria for the river outlet works, and the status of related studies
• Dan Bunk, Area Manager of the Boulder Canyon Operations Office, Bureau of Reclamation, provided an overview of the Lake Mead/Powell Tiers and their use in federal decision-making for annual operations. Additionally, Mr. Bunk will present a hydrology update and walk through the August 24-Month Study tier determinations for the 2026 operating year.
The public meeting was held virtually.

Rio Grande Coordinated Monitoring Meeting
2026-04-22 09:00 - 22:00 (America/Phoenix) | Virtual meeting
Annual coordinated monitoring meeting to discuss water quality monitoring activities and issues for the Rio Grande Basin.
Minutes: Click Here
