Gilbert Council Weighs Water Pact as 40% of Supply Faces 2027 Colorado River Cuts
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Updated · ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix · Aug 11
Gilbert Council Weighs Water Pact as 40% of Supply Faces 2027 Colorado River Cuts
3 articles · Updated · ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix · Aug 11
Summary
Tuesday’s council meeting will consider a Firming Water Delivery Agreement designed to bolster Gilbert’s water supply before expected Central Arizona Project reductions begin in 2027.
About 40% of Gilbert’s water comes from the Colorado River, and town staff says the agreement would give the town more flexibility to tap water previously stored underground during shortages.
Eight new wells have already been drilled to reach backup supplies, showing Gilbert is pairing the proposed pact with added local infrastructure.
The move reflects broader planning by Arizona communities for a future with less Colorado River water as regional cuts tighten supplies.