SAFER Advisory Group
The SAFER Advisory Group provides the State Water Board with constructive advice and feedback on the Safe and Affordable Drinking Water Fund Expenditure Plan and other related policies and analyses.
The Group is composed of 20 appointed members that represent public water systems, technical assistance providers, local agencies, nongovernmental organizations, the public and residents served by community water systems in disadvantaged communities, state small water systems, and domestic wells.
The Group meets up to four times a year at locations throughout California to provide many opportunities for public and community input. All meetings are widely publicized, open to the public, and offer translation services.
SAFER Advisory Group Meetings Calendar
| Date | Topic | Location | Meeting Materials | Additional Information |
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| Thurs., March. 2, 2023, 9:00 am-3:00 pm PST | SAFER Advisory Group Meeting | Remote Participation Only View the meeting at https://video.calepa.ca.gov/Interpretación en español disponible |
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| Fri., February 10, 2023, 9:00 am-3:00 pm PST | SAFER Advisory Group Onboarding and Collaboration Session | In-Person Only Interpretación en español disponible |
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| Thurs., February 9, 2023, 10:00 am-4:00 pm PST | SAFER Advisory Group Onboarding and Collaboration Session | In-Person Only Interpretación en español disponible |
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| November 17, 2022 | SAFER Advisory Group Meeting #4 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. PST |
Remote Participation Only View the meeting at https://video.calepa.ca.gov/ Interpretación en español disponible |
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| September 15, 2022 | SAFER Advisory Group Application Virtual Office Hours 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. |
Zoom: https://waterboards.zoom.us/j/99764061594 Call-in: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 99764061594 |
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| September 9, 2022 | SAFER Advisory Group Meeting #3 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PDT |
Remote Participation Only View the meeting at https://video.calepa.ca.gov/ Interpretación en español disponible |
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| August 4, 2022 | SAFER Advisory Group Application Virtual Office Hours 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
Zoom: https://waterboards.zoom.us/j/99816412774 Call-in: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 99816412774 |
Apply to Become a SAFER Advisory Group Member
SAFER Advisory Group Application period is now open!
Apply by September 27, 2022!
Applicants will be notified in Winter 2022, if they have been appointed.
Please submit your application in one of the following ways:
Online Application
Submit an online application by 11:59 p.m. on September 27, 2022.
Email Application
Download the fillable PDF application.
Email your application by 11:59 p.m. on September 27, 2022 to: SAFER@waterboards.ca.gov.
Mail your Application
Download, print, and fill out the application.
Application must be postmarked by September 27, 2022.
Mail your application to:
Attn: SAFER Advisory Group Applications, Office of Public Participation,
State Water Resources Control Board,
1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Request a printed application by emailing SAFER@waterboards.ca.gov or call (916) 445-5615.
If you have questions, please email us at: SAFER@waterboards.ca.gov or call (916) 445-5615.
- 2022 SAFER Advisory Group Appointee List
- 2022 Lista De Nombramiento Del Grupo Asesor Del Programa SAFER
Frequently Asked Questions / Preguntas frecuentes
Check out these videos on Applying to Become a SAFER Advisory Group Member
Helpful Links
- SAFER Advisory Group Applications Question & Answer Session English | Español
- SAFER Advisory Group (AG) Application Flyer English | Español
- SAFER Advisory Group Application FAQ | Hoja Informativa: Solicitud para el Grupo Asesor del Programa SAFER
- SAFER FAQ
- SAFER Advisory Group Charter | Escritura de Grupo Asesor del Programa SAFER
- How to Apply to Become a SAFER Advisory Group Member Workshop Slides (English and Español)
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Email Subscription List
To receive updates on the SAFER Program, subscribe to the SAFER Drinking Water email list.
Check your email account for a confirmation email to complete your subscription.
Contact Us
- Email: SAFER@waterboards.ca.gov
- Phone: (916) 445-5615
