31, 2021, requiring most water to come from the Seaside Basin, a natural underground reservoir.Ĭalifornia American Water submitted an application to the California Public Utilities Commission for the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project in April 2012. The State Water Resources Control Board’s order to limit pumping on the Carmel River became fully effective Dec. In 2009, Cal Am was hit with a state cease-and-desist order to stop over-pumping on the Carmel River basin, which posed a threat to federally protected steelhead trout. The project aims to reduce existing water use on the Peninsula by replacing reliance on the Carmel River. One of the main topics up for discussion at next week’s forum will be the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project - a proposed solution to the water crisis on the Peninsula. Cal Am staff, engineers, consultants and customer service representatives will be in attendance to discuss water resources. Monterey Peninsula residents will have the opportunity to share their perspectives and give feedback on local water issues next week.Ĭalifornia American Water will host a community forum from 6 to 8 p.m.