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At the Sept. 17 Tehachapi City Council meeting, council member Deborah Hand spoke passionately about the proposed amendment, known as the Urgency Ordinance adopted in October 2006. The moratorium is set to expire Oct. 1, 2007. The council voted on the issue, with the directive to add some modifications, which came from Deborah Hand, who wanted water conservation rights and affordable housing to be blended into the mix. Hand’s issue was clear and direct to the council members, as she spoke about the water issue being the key to development in the region. In a separate interview, Hand stated, “Water is the new oil. Without water in this region, we cannot do anything. The discussion about development is a moot point if we are not going to address the real issue: water rights.” Hand cited the proposed growth of the Cummings Valley Water District region as a sure sign that citizens have not fully understood the ramifications of unbridled development. The...
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