In April 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) announced a new maximum contaminant level (“MCL”) for monitoring and regulation of six PFAS (Perfluoroalky and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, aka “forever chemicals”).
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In 2019, we previously posted a blog on the Public Trust Doctrine in Nevada which you can find here. Since then, the Nevada Supreme Court made its decision in Mineral Cty. v. Lyon Cty., 136 Nev. 503, 473 P.3d 418 (2020). We provide a brief recap of the Public Trust Doctrine and an update on
The Public Trust Doctrine and Water Rights in Nevada Read More »
While vertical farming shouldn’t be the only solution to these unused spaces, it is a solution that can mitigate multiple problems at once and reshape our urban centers.
Empty Office Buildings – A New Way to Farm? Read More »
Are you looking for ways to support your local agricultural community this summer? Reno is crawling with local farmers markets that feature products from local farmers and ranchers.
Support Your Local Reno Farmers Markets Read More »
In addition to the Bureau’s announcement of Conant’s Retirement, the conference program included updates on the Newlands Project and the status of various water reservoirs and river supply outlooks in the Region. Among the updates was that for Truckee and Carson Rivers.
Bureau of Reclamation Announces New Regional Director and Full Reservoirs Read More »
How is it that after another heavy snowfall in the Sierra, the Nevada Irrigation District (“NID”) declared a water shortage emergency within its’ service boundaries? In March of 2024, NID’s General Manager’s Newsletter requested customers cut their water use by 20% for the remainer of the year.
Water Emergency in Nevada Irrigation District Read More »
Oregon Women for Agriculture hosts its Annual Auction and Dinner on April 20th, 2024, at the Linn County Fairgrounds in Albany, Oregon. The theme for this year is “Bee for Agriculture.”
2024 Oregon Women for Agriculture Annual Auction Read More »
You just purchased property with a pond, or a reservoir. Within the documents provided by the prior owner, you did not find a “typical” stored water right certificate or permit to store water. But you did find a water right of use that allowed storage water to be used for irrigation.
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Conjunctive management recognizes there may be a hydrological connection between groundwater and surface water within an area. This means, drawing down groundwater may affect the availability of surface water, and vice versa. In prior appropriation states like Nevada, where senior water rights have priority, surface water rights will generally trump groundwater right. In January 2024,
Nevada Supreme Court Weighs in on Conjunctive Management Read More »
Alfalfa is the primary irrigated crop, given the market demand for feeding livestock. Nevertheless, long-standing drought conditions, where water delivery allocations provide only enough water to irrigate one crop has encouraged individuals to diversify to other crops.
Raised Interest in Crop Diversification in Nevada Read More »
Chevron will be under review by the Supreme Court as a result of herring fishery regulations. However, the Court made clear that any published opinion will solely be interpreting the extent to which Chevron is a Constitutional doctrine
Chevron Deference, a Complicated Legacy Read More »
We are pleased to share an article from the wellcare Well Owners Network published by an organization that provides free resource to domestic well owners, the Water Systems Council: www.watersystemscouncil.org.
Well Owners Network: National Radon Action Month Read More »
Pershing County Water Conservation District (PCWCD) is accepting applications for the position of Secretary/Manager.
PCWCD Manager Position Open Read More »
A post featuring our team. Reflects on progress in Nevada and experiences with the United States Committee for Irrigation and Drainage.
Holiday Greetings from Schroeder Law Offices Read More »
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives have taken action to clarify the Clean Water Act following the Sackett decision, introducing new legislation into Congress in October of 2023. The purpose of the “Clean Water Act of 2023” is to counteract the narrow interpretation of the term “navigable waters” set forth in the Supreme Court’s
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In a boundary dispute, we require the services of surveyors to locate property lines, especially if the descriptions involve very difficult to interpret descriptions in chains.
The History Behind Surveyor’s Chains Read More »
This California law requires courts to consider sustainability and equality factors during groundwater basin adjudications. The intent behind this adjudication rule is to keep everyone informed and provide equal access to resources.
New California Adjudication Rule Read More »
The Clean Water Act’s extension of what waters it attempts to regulate is leaves WOTUS a confusing legacy. Does it apply to wetlands? If so, what if wetlands stand alone and don’t adjoin navigable waterways?
WOTUS: a Confusing Legacy Read More »
Schroeder Law Offices P.C. is growing again! We are welcoming three new hires and are excited to introduce them to you.
New Hires – Welcome to SLO Read More »
Looking for something fun and educational to do this weekend? The 2023 Oregon State Fair runs through Monday, September 4th!
The Oregon State Fair Returns! Read More »
