YSGA Funding
Background
The Yolo Subbasin Groundwater Agency (YSGA) was formed in 2017 in response to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), which requires local, sustainable management of groundwater in identified subbasins throughout California. The YSGA consists of 26 member agencies, each with a seat on the Board of Directors, and represents residential, urban, agricultural and environmental interests.
Between 2017 and 2027, the YSGA has been solely funded by state grants and member agency contributions. Funds have supported agency operations and management, Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) development, and grant-funded projects that work toward achieving sustainable groundwater levels.
2027-2031 Fee Study
In May 2026, the Yolo Subbasin Groundwater Agency (YSGA) adopted an updated Fee Report and established a Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) fee structure. This fee supports the Agency’s ongoing responsibility to manage groundwater sustainably within the Yolo Subbasin in accordance with State law.
The new funding mechanism funds GSP implementation by conducting investigative and feasibility studies that advance the understanding of the groundwater basin, annual monitoring and reporting, periodic updates to the GSP, and agency operations. The fees will not be used to implement projects that involve construction.
To read more about how the fee was calculated and what it funds, please see the resources linked below.
YSGA Fee Study Report: May 13 Errata Memo
Outreach
The YSGA hosted several Community Workshops to discuss the proposed fees and gather feedback. To view meeting and outreach materials, please see the archived Fee Study page.
