PRELIMINARY AGENDA
The Groundwater Resources Association (GRA), the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA), and Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck (Brownstein) have teamed up to present the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Implementation and Legislative Summit at the prestigious Kimpton Sawyer Hotel in downtown Sacramento. This annual event has been revamped with a new format that maximizes information exchange, networking, and collaboration. Also included is a Law and Legislative component that has been combined into the SGMA Summit to bring you expanded content, deeper local connections, and the ability to connect with local and state government. This event will bring together a diverse group of regulators, water agencies, Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSA) staff, consultants, legislative representatives, and attorneys. Being part of this event will provide tremendous exposure and connection to the groundwater community in California.
REGISTRATION RATES
• Member: $625/Early Bird | $650/Regular
• Non-Member: $775/Early Bird | $800/Regular
• Speaker: $325
• Govt./Academic/NGO: $400
• Student Member: $125
• Student Non-Member: $150
Additional registration types, including one-day options, are also available. For full details on pricing and to register, please visit the registration page.
VENUE
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel 500 J Street Sacramento, CA 95814
The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel is a stylish and modern venue located at 500 J Street in the heart of downtown Sacramento, CA. Known for its elegant design and exceptional service, the hotel offers a unique blend of comfort and sophistication. With its central location, guests will enjoy easy access to local attractions, dining, and entertainment, making it the ideal setting for the SGMA Implementation & Legislative Summit. NEED
CONTACT: Amanda Rae Smith, asmith@grac.org or (916) 446-3626
MAY 27, 2025
7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
REGISTRATION / CONTINENTIAL BREAKFAST AND NETWORKING
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
WELCOME BY GRA PRESIDENT AND CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
BAY-DELTA UNIMPAIRED FLOWS: WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT?
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM NETWORKING
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM WATER QUALITY CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN AGRICULTURAL REGIONS
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM NETWORKING
12:00 PM– 1:00 PM LUNCH
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM WELL MITIGATION PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM NETWORKING
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM LAND SUBSIDENCE BMP
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM
CLOSING REMARKS BY CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE
4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
EVENING NETWORKING RECEPTION
