The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California took an action unseen since the early 1990s. On April 14, Metropolitan's board voted to cut water deliveries, while phasing in price increases, to local water agencies.
While the State has certainly suffered from the effects of its first multi-year drought since 1987-1992, we are also paying for costly environmental regulations. Local agencies have made considerable strides to enhance local supplies and improve efficiency. However, legal and bureaucratic red tape is shrinking water deliveries even as demand grows.
In 2007, a federal judge issued a ruling that reduced pumped water from the San Joaquin Delta by 30 percent to protect the endangered Delta smelt - a tiny fish considered by some to represent the health of the Delta area ecosystem. This ruling rocked Metropolitan, which obtains 60 percent of its water supply from the Delta through the State Water Project infrastructure, that conveys water from Northern California to serve the population here.
In June 2009, federal regulators will place further restrictions on water operations in the Delta. This will be the third such decision in a year that reduces water supplies significantly.
In response, the State on Tuesday launched a new campaign dubbed "Save Our Water," which like "Flex Your Power," will educate Californians on how to conserve this precious resource. You can see the program's initial efforts on its new website here.
Senator John Benoit is working hard to keep the California economy growing and fight unfair laws that restrict water rights for a thirsty and someday growing Souther California. For more informatin, visit his site at: http://cssrc.us/web/37/default.aspx?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1
Provided By: Kym Talbert ~ Prudential California Realty ~ 951-316-1941 or KymTalbert@aol.com
It would seem that home buyers now looking at Dos Lagos in Corona are getting the message and that now is the time to buy. Sales representatives at Taylor Morrison's Market Street Dos Lagos project say that buyers are responding enthusiastically and sales have accelerated dramatically in the last few weeks. This simply reflects the relative strength of Corona's housing market and the need for workforce housing that is amenity filled, retail close and commuter friendly. Corona and Dos Lagos fit that bill and offer a "green" alternative to traditional projects to boot.
Credit for the strong response goes to today's low prices, all-time historic low interest rates and a host of money-saving opportunities, which are available for a limited time. As a bonus, Taylor Morrison's sales team report they are offering the Taylor Morrison's Rest Assured Mortgage Protection Program, which will provide buyers with assistance in the event that they lose their jobs involuntarily. The mortgage protection insurance is also renewable. Call Taylor Morrison sales representatives for details or call me to schedule a visit to this exciting project.
In a recent press release Taylor Morrison reported: "Families are realizing that we are in the most favorable buyer's market we have seen in years, and it's too good to pass up," stated Steve Wolpin, vice president of sales and marketing for Taylor Morrison Homes. "The success we have had at Market Street should give added confidence to new buyers who may still be hesitating. They won't be alone when they take advantage of this incredible once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
Residents of the Taylor Morrison project will enjoy the convenience of living within walking distance of The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos, which features such well-known stores as Trader Joe's, Banana Republic, bebe and Z Gallerie, as well as T.G.I.Friday's, Starbucks, Urban Thai and other popular dining establishments. The center also includes a 15-screen movie theater showing all the latest box-office hits.
To view the Taylor Morrison project and the beauty of Corona's Dos Lagos or other wonderful homes in Corona, call Kym TODAY!
Kym Talbert
Excellent Service - Excellent Results
Prudential California Realty
951-316-1941 or KymTalbert@aol.com
Recently the Corona City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2962 in response to drought conditions in the State of California. This drought ordinance sets forth guidelines for water conservation through five different stages of cut backs. It details activities which may be prohibited during times of water shortage emergencies, as well as consequences that the City may take in order to ensure compliance with these guidelines, including fines and penalties.
In the ordinance three activities are identified as unreasonable uses of water, and are prohibited at all times, throughout all Water Conservation Stages:
Click here to view a list of Frequently Asked Questions.
The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) has published a newsletter titled "Dealing with Drought." This newsletter provides information on the current drought, including water levels and actions that many California agencies are taking to deal with the drought. Click here to read more. Visit the ACWA's website at www.acwa.com for more information.
Help keep Corona strong, be water wise.
Provided by Kym Talbert ~ Prudential California Realty ~ 951-316-1941 or KymTalbert@aol.com
Mayor Nolan gave the City of Corona "State of the City Address" on April 16, 2009 at Crossroads Church in Corona.
The sold-out event reminded us why the City of Corona is the "PREMEIR" address in the Inland Empire!
The link is provided below.
http://discovercorona.com/?fa=sotc2009
Provided by:
Kym Talbert - Prudential California Realty - 951.316.1941 or KymTalbert@aol.com
You're Invited: Come to the largest and most festive Earth Day Celebration in the Inland
Empire at Dos Lagos in Corona. This spring event features Earth Day Exhibits, Live Music, Martial Arts performances, Solar Race Cars, Earth Day Contests & Drawing, Fair Booths, Arts & Crafts, Rides and Games, Great Food and much more! Everyone is Welcome! It's an excellent opportunity to bring family and friends.
This is the third Earth Day celebration to take place at Dos Lagos.
Sponsored by GIVE, a nonprofit organization established in 2005 to promote balance in the way people live, how their choices impact the environment and others in their community. GIVE hosts events and initiatives,and sponsors college campus chapters to educate the public on issues related to
sustainability, a term used to describe this social, economic and environmental balance. Visit www.giveforthefuture.org
Provided By: Kym Talbert - Prudential California Realty - 951-316-1941 or KymTalbert@aol.com
Corona’s Preferred Agent Providing Unparalleled Customer Service. A Full-Time Agent With Prudential Realty & Over 40-years in Corona. Kym Talbert: Excellent Service - Excellent Results
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