September 2012

Actions to date Site visits to both reservoirs Roundtable discussion Survey data collected by BOR staff Preparation of a technical memorandum, summarizing survey data Beginnings of an implementation/financial plan Colusa County exploring options to prepare site development plans, cost estimates and financial plan.

Results of Survey Data Users are willing to pay for reservoir use Includes both local (i.e. northern central valley users) as well as Bay area and Sacramento area users. Fees range from $5 to as high as $50 per visit The exact amount of fees to be charged will require additional analysis and identification of capitol and operating costs. Benefits of charging a fee: Provide a revenue stream to help recover capitol costs and contribute to maintenance costs Create a more “secure” type environment by eliminating those visitors that do not wish to pay for day/overnight use

Results of Survey Data General Visitor Breakdown Local areas (non Bay-area) (60%) Bay area (29%) Sacramento area ( 9%) Southern California ( 2%) No out-of-state visitors surveyed Local Visitors Breakdown Stony Gorge (68%) East Park (46%)

Results of Survey Data The top five locations for local visitors (excluding the Bay area) to both reservoirs are: a. Willows( 6,166) b. Woodland(55,806) c. Vacaville(93,088) d. Chico(55,806) e. Colusa( 6,009) (populations shown based on U.S. Census Bureau Data, 2011)

Results of Survey Data The top five locations for local visitors (excluding the Bay area) to the Stony Gorge Reservoir are: a. Willows( 6,166) b. Chico(86,290) c. Vacaville(93,088) d. Corning( 7,680) e. Yuba City(65,050) (populations shown based on U.S. Census Bureau Data, 2011)

Results of Survey Data The top five locations for local visitors (excluding the Bay area) to the East Park Reservoir are: a. Woodland(55,806) b. Vacaville(93,088) c. Maxwell( 1,103) d. Fairfield(106,126) e. Chico(55,806) (populations shown based on U.S. Census Bureau Data, 2011)

Results of Survey Data Total days of stay ranged from day use only to a maximum of 14 days (per regulations), with an average stay of 3 – 4 days. Each party ranged from 1 person, to a maximum of 72 people. Average party size was 9 persons.

Results of Survey Data Out of 192 total surveys, 158 responded that they WOULD pay for greater amenities. The average acceptable payment per day/night is approximately $12 - $14, with a maximum of $50.

Results of Survey Data Trip Type For Both Reservoirs: Overnight with tent/RV 60% Day use only20% RV only (no tent)16% Other 4%

Results of Survey Data Top Five Amenities Requested Potable water Flushing toilets Electricity Showers Dump stations

Ongoing/Next Actions Open discussions between Orland Water Group, Colusa County, Glenn County, Bureau of Reclamation Possible formation of a Joint Powers Agreement Prepare site development plans at both reservoirs Develop initial investment and annual costs for plans Prepare a financial plan, including estimated financial impact of reservoirs to both Counties