For crop-specific forms, click to go to www.valleyair.org/farmpermits/applications.htm

Water Issues:
New legislation has forced many farmers to join a Water Coalition. The Stanislaus County Farm Bureau is embroiled in this issue and has taken a major role in informing farmers of the new procedures. The East San Joaquin Water Coalition has been set up to assist farmers with paperwork and answer their questions. Click here to visit their website.

To download an application for the Eastside San Joaquin Water Coalition, click here (PDF format).

Land Issues:
With population on the rise in the valley, farmland is disappearing quickly. We are not without options.
The Great Valley Center can answer many questions about your land and provide you with neded recources.

This years legislative session ended on Tuesday September 11th. We will continue to report on the Governor's actions as he signs or vetos this year's legislation.

California Legislative Rural Caucus
A group devoted to serving the unique needs of those living in rural areas has been established. Click here to visit the Rural Caucus.

Links to Legislator Websites

State Assembly:
Tom Berryhill – 25th District
Greg Aghazarian – 26th District55
Barbara Matthews – 17th District

State Senate:
Jeff Denham – 12th District
Dave Cogdill – 14th District

Congress:
Rep. Dennis Cardoza – 18th District
Rep. George Radanovich- 19th District
Senator Barbara Boxer
Senator Dianne Feinstein