08/21/2026
The federal government’s decision does not provide the fair, basin-wide leadership the Colorado River crisis demands. We will continue protecting reliable water service while leading the next generation of infrastructure investments to support our residents and businesses that are essential to America’s economic and national security. Though we are prepared for this moment because of decades of planning and conservation, we will push for new federal support to mitigate the rising cost of water that will result from this federal decision. Phoenix will continue to lead with responsible growth, continued conservation, and investment in infrastructure improvements that serve our city and the region.