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PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR NEVADA’S DRAFT WATER QUALITY REPORT CLOSES ON JANUARY 30, 2020

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The public comment period for Nevada’s 2016-2018 Draft Water Quality Integrated Report closes on January 30, 2020. On December 26, 2019, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) published its Public Notice, inviting comment on the Draft Nevada 2016-2018 Water Quality Integrated Report. The report was prepared in accordance with the Clean Water Act, §§ 303(d), […]

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U.S. Navy’s Final Environmental Impact Statement

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On January 28, 2020, the U.S Navy will hold a public informational meeting to present their Final Environmental Impact Statement regarding potential environmental impacts of the proposed modernization of the Fallon Range Training Complex in northern Nevada. The presentation will begin at 5:00 p.m. and will also provide an opportunity for the public to provide

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Therese Ure Teaches Realtor’s Water Rights Class

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By: Caitlin Skulan and Leslie Velazquez In spite of her busy schedule attending client needs, Attorney Ure put on her Professor’s hat and gave a three-hour Water Rights Class to Reno Real Estate Agents. The class, which Attorney Ure does regularly at real estate groups’ requests, focuses on water right laws in Nevada and some

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Water Rights Mapping

Final Revisions Due for Newlands Project Water Rights

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Notice regarding final requests for revision of the mapping of Newlands Project Water Rights has been issued by the Nevada Division of Water Resources (“NDWR”). NDWR is overseeing the revision process of identifying and mapping water rights in the Newlands Project, and will be assisting water rights owners with identification and revision as is required.

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State Engineer’s 2019 Legislative Session Recap

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On July 24, 2019, Tim Wilson, Nevada Division of Water Resources’ acting State Engineer gave an informative presentation on the 2019 Legislative Session. Mr. Wilson provided summaries of several water related bills that were introduced and/or passed during this session. A few of the more interesting bills are described below. Assembly Bill 62 (AB 62)

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Sheepherding in the West is Still Alive and Prospering!

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Sheepherding in the West dates back to late1800s, and early 1900s when people migrated to California, Nevada, Oregon and Idaho in search of gold and silver. People soon realized (the Basques in particular) that while prospecting for gold and silver was a lucrative business, wealth realized from prospecting was unsteady and uncertain. A more reliable

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Schroeder Law Office Will Race for Health

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On April 16, 2019, Schroeder Law Office will once again participate in the annual Healthy Parks Healthy People 5K. The event is put together by Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation and Washoe County and aims to raise awareness and appreciation for parks throughout Reno and Sparks. Schroeder Law Offices supports a healthy lifestyle for its employees

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Have you heard of the Public Trust Doctrine? Are you curious how it applies to your water rights? This is a Hot Topic in Nevada right now.

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According to Black’s Law Dictionary, the Public Trust Doctrine preserves submerged and submersible lands for public use and the state bears the responsibility of preserving and protecting the public’s right to use the water upon it. Can this doctrine have an impact on your water rights, and if so, how? The Nevada Supreme Court is

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Therese Ure Co-Chairs the 2019 USCID Conference – Reno, NV

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The U.S. Society for Irrigation and Drainage Professionals (USCID) will be holding their 12th International Conference on Irrigation and Drainage in Reno, NV on November 5-8, 2018 and we are excited to announce that Therese Ure has been selected as Conference Co-Chair. The conference theme this year is Basin Water Management – Challenges in Water

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Comment Period Extended for Fallon Range Training Complex Modernization

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The Fallon Range Training Complex (“FRTC”) Modernization Draft Environmental Impact Statement (“EIS”) comment period has now been extended so that public comments may be submitted through Thursday, February 14, 2019. There are several public informational materials available to the general public regarding the modernization, materials can be found at the draft EIS website and include

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Schroeder Law Offices Shows its Support for Local Students and Parks

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On April 21, 2018, Schroeder Law Offices showed its support for a local Student Stewards Summer Camp by participating in the 2nd Annual Healthy Parks Healthy People 5K Fun Run/Walk. The proceeds from the Fun Run/Walk are being used to allow students to attend the 2018 Student Stewards Summer Camp where kids will learn about,

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March 11-17 is National Groundwater Awareness Week

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Groundwater is one of the world’s most essential natural resources! According to the United States Geological Survey department (“USGS”) groundwater makes up approximately 1/3 of the public drinking water supply delivered though our county and municipal systems. For rural populations not connected to county or city delivery systems, groundwater makes up about 90% of their

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