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Vol. 22, No. 52
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“ The MWD board members failed all
by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer
REGIONAL Earlier this month the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) Board of Directors voted unanimously to fund nearly $161 million for planning costs related to the construction of a Delta tunnel. While a press release issued by MWD touted the importance of the initiative — known as the Delta Conveyance Project (DCP) — for improving the security of water delivery to Southern California, it
Californians today ... They essentially committed even more precious dollars to a project that won’t provide new water ....
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Kathryn Phillips director of Sierra Club California made no mention of extensive verbal and written public comments that urged MWD to decline participation in the effort. Those speaking in opposition
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to the DCP referenced a host of problems that would result from the construction and operation of a tunnel including degraded water quality, damage to the Delta’s eco-
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system and wildlife, and disruption of heritage Delta communities. “(MWD) ignored the outcry from the entire state, including their own ratepayers during a pandemic,” said Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, executive director of Restore the Delta. “Thousands of people made important and thorough written comments and dozens of verbal comments that MWD General Manager Kightlinger dismissed as repetitive. This follows his pattern of being dismis-
BRENTWOOD The movies aren’t the only things that will change inside Brentwood’s iconic downtown theater in the new year — the building’s interior will also take on a fresh look. Sean McCauley and his business partner Ron Harrison purchased the First Street building that houses the CineLux Delta Cinema Saver. They have plans to renovate. “I think the theater is the downtown anchor of Brentwood,” said McCauley. “It was important for my partner and myself to make sure that particular building stays active and vibrant.” McCauley, who closed escrow on the building in November, plans in the first quarter of next year to install luxury, reclining VIP seating; renovate the lobby and concession stand; and implement an online reservation system, all while maintaining the 83-year-old fixture’s historical exterior façade. McCauley added that the renovations could also serve up an opportunity for downtown food and beverage businesses to sell products at the theater. If all goes as planned, the renovations could be completed by the second quarter of next year or before, McCauley said. Neighboring building tenants, such as Brentwood’s Co. Co. County Wine Company and a barber shop, aren’t expected to be affected.
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