CARSON - Fourteen water projects across Los Angeles County were awarded $25 million in grants from the state's Department of Water Resources on Wednesday.

Nearly half of the funding will go toward five San Gabriel Valley water projects, which will expand the use of recycled water and increase water storage and flows.

"These projects are very specific to our area, and will have an immediate affect on habit restoration, water quality and conservation and public education," said Assemblyman Mike Eng, D-El Monte. "I am thrilled to see the money from Proposition 50 beginning to be awarded."

The grant money used comes from Proposition 50, which was passed by voters in November 2002 and authorizes $3.4 billion for a variety SoCal Water Read more about the politics, supply and demand and safety levels of water in Southern California. Visit On Tap: The Future of SoCal Water for more articles and photos Read Full Article...

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