Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 119 expresses the Idaho Legislature's recognition of the importance of Water District 2, which encompasses a rapidly growing region that includes several counties vital to the state's economy and agricultural heritage. The resolution emphasizes the need for reliable water resource management to support urbanization, agricultural sustainability, and the operational viability of the Mountain Home Air Force Base. It highlights the Idaho Water Resource Board's (IWRB) ongoing projects aimed at expanding water storage capacity, stabilizing aquifers, and modernizing infrastructure to meet future demands.
The resolution specifically prioritizes the Anderson Ranch Dam Raise Project as a critical investment for water security, which will create additional storage capacity to mitigate drought and support the needs of the growing population. It also supports initiatives for managed aquifer recharge, the construction of a water treatment plant at the Air Force base, and various infrastructure improvements to ensure reliable water delivery for agricultural and municipal uses. The Legislature calls for sustained investment in these projects to address the challenges posed by rapid population growth and aging infrastructure, asserting that proactive funding is essential for long-term water security in the region.