NDWR Releases Findings from 2021 Water Resource Public Survey
In 2022, NDWR released the results of their 2021 Water Resource Public Survey.
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Therese Stix Appointed USCID Vice President!
Therese Stix has been appointed by its Board of Directors as Vice President of the United States Committee on Irrigation and Drainage. USCID’s mission is to promote progressive irrigation, drainage, and flood control practices in support of food and fiber production and public safety, recognizing that sustainability embodies economic, social, and environmental goals.
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Oregon Water Resources Department Pushes for More Regulation
The Oregon Water Resources Department (“OWRD”) has stopped processing new groundwater applications and begun to severely limit groundwater permit extensions. This policy change places a significant burden on groundwater permittees and will directly impact agriculture in Oregon. Ultimately, OWRD’s policy change will significantly limit agricultural expansion in the state. In his article “Oregon Moves to
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The Joys of Rural Home Ownership: Wells and Septic Repairs
As farmers and ranchers, Schroeder Law Offices attorneys understand the practical inconveniences of rural homeownership firsthand.
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Water Issues Affecting Local Food Production
The current moment presents a number of unique challenges for water sustainability, including for farmers. When farmers do not have enough water to meet the population’s need for food and goods, the results can be devastating to certain population groups. In his article There Has Never Been a More Important Time to Protect American Food
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Schroeder Law Offices Attends Nevada State Bar Environmental & Natural Resources Section Meet & Greet
In the first year back since COVID-19, the Nevada State Bar, Environmental & Natural Resources Section held its Annual Meet & Greet event on November 3, 2022. A social, after work event, honorees included Adam Sullivan (Nevada State Engineer), Micheline Fairbank (Nevada Deputy Administrator for Nevada Division of Water Resources), David Bobzien (Nevada’s Office of
Supreme Court Case Sackett v. EPA Will Decide Which Wetlands Are Federally Protected According to the Clean Water Act
On October 3rd, 2022, the Supreme Court heard the oral argument for the first case of its 2022-2023 term: Sackett v. EPA. The case calls into question the definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS), as it will decide the proper test to determine which wetlands are considered WOTUS, and therefore subject to federal
NDEP Schedules Workshop on Additional Water Quality Regulations
In our earlier blog, Schroeder Law Offices announced the Nevada Division of Environmental Protections’ (NDEP) workshop on Legislative Counsel Bureau (LCB) Draft R113-22. LCB R113-22 proposed changes to Nevada’s water quality regulations for Nevada surface waters. Now NDEP proposes to adopt additional regulations under the following LCB Numbers: R114-22, R115-22, and R116-22 amending
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Oregon Water Resources Department Director Tom Byler Retires
As of September 13th, Oregon Water Resources Department Director Tom Byler has officially retired after 27 years working for the state of Oregon. A new OWRD director will be appointed by Oregon’s next governor. To serve for the remainder of her term, governor Kate Brown has appointed acting director Doug Woodcock, who previously worked as
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Western Resources Legal Center Publishes Article Advocating for More Balanced Environmental Law Programs
In the article “Trends in Clinical Legal Education Affecting Agriculture” by Caroline Lobdell and Scott Horngren, the authors provide a thorough look into the current state of environmental, agricultural, and animal law programs in law schools throughout the country. Though environmental law programs have steadily increased since the passage of groundbreaking environmental laws in the
Nevadans Living with Drought
As fall rains shower Northern Nevada and the first snow fall for Lake Tahoe is on the books for September 19, 2022, it is easy to forget that Nevada remains in a long-standing drought. However, it is important that Nevada continue to take measures to prepare and stay informed about these long-term conditions, even as
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A Weekend at the 2022 Oregon State Fair
Schroeder Law Offices had a blast working at the 2022 Oregon State Fair. If you weren’t able to make it down to Salem for the annual festivities, we’re here to fill you in. During the fair’s kickoff weekend, Tara Lomacz and Madeleine Criglow worked the Oregon Women for Agriculture booth in Salem Fairgrounds’ Columbia
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Nevada Proposes Amended Water Quality Regulations
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) is proposing new regulations on water quality. NDEP announced an official regulation workshop on August 31, 2022 to solicit public comment and input on Legislative Counsel Bureau (LCB) Draft of Proposed Regulation R113-22. R113-22 sets forth a process for the State Environmental Commission to classify a surface water
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Find Schroeder Law Offices at the Oregon State Fair!
This year’s Oregon State Fair boasts some truly spectacular sights, including agriculture competitions, musical guests, and plenty of opportunities to learn about Oregon farmers and ranchers. If you’re looking to end your summer on a high note, why not Join Schroeder Law Offices at the Oregon State Fair? Friday marks the start of the 11
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First Annual Nevada Agricultural Fair
Hopefully you didn’t miss the first annual Nevada Agricultural Fair on July 7 through 10, 2022! Schroeder Law Offices staff didn’t miss it, but if you did, here is a recap: Thursday, July 7: Youth participants checked in livestock including market and breeder goats, sheep, pigs, cattle, and poultry. Schroeder Law Offices staff assisted
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Employee Spotlight: Laura A. Schroeder
Laura A. Schroeder is the founding partner of Schroeder Law Offices. Long respected in the water rights arena, Laura has generously shared her valuable experiences and provided some great advice. A few questions we asked Laura: What motivated you to practice water law and start Schroeder Law Offices? I used to work on a farm
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Employee Spotlight: Echo Zhang
Echo Zhang is a summer law clerk at Schroeder Law Offices. As a new addition to the office, she is eager to learn everything about water law and gain the necessary skills as a practicing attorney. A few questions we asked Echo: What brought you to Schroeder Law Offices, and what’s your experience? I’m currently
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Fundraising for Youth Agriculture
Schroeder Law Offices Fundraises for Youth Agriculture Schroeder Law Offices continues to support and fundraise for youth agriculture. SLO attorney Caitlin Skulan recently organized and ran a Wine Wall fundraiser for the Nevada Agricultural Fair. Skulan sits on the volunteer Fair Board which prioritizes a youth livestock show and horse show during the annual
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Nevada Junior Livestock Show
Schroeder Law Offices Returns to the Nevada Junior Livestock Show! On May 7, 2022, Schroeder Law Offices attended the Nevada Junior Livestock Show in Reno, Nevada. The three-day show was at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center. The show is a place for the National FFA Organization, 4-H, youth Grange, and independent youth members to exhibit
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Oregon Hydroelectric Water Right Converted Instream
[This article was originally published in the February, 2022 Oregon Real Estate and Land Use Digest by the Section on Real Estate and Land Use, Oregon State Bar] In Oregon, water rights must be beneficially used according to their terms at least once every five years to remain in good standing. If they are not,
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