Notice of Public Hearing on the Proposed Colorado River Indian Tribes 2026 Amended and Restated Gaming Code- February 25
Follow the link below for the propsed amended code 2026 Amended and Restated Gaming Code_Public Hearing
Basin Brief February 10, 2026
According to KJZZ News, the Colorado River Basin is experiencing one of its driest winters in decades, with snowpack levels far below average in key areas that supply water to Lake Powell and Lake Mead. Scientists warn that reduced snowpack could lead to lower river flows this year, increasing pressure on already strained reservoirs and […]
Basin Brief February 9, 2026
According to KJZZ News, Colorado River negotiators may be leaning toward a short-term agreement as states remain divided on a long-term plan for managing the river before current operating rules expire. Ongoing drought, climate pressures, and disagreements between Upper Basin and Lower Basin states have stalled progress, and some officials believe a temporary deal could […]
CRIT Tribal Board Vacancies
Follow the link below to download an application. CRIT Tribal Board Vacancies Application 2026
Enrollment Notice
Basin Brief January 29th and 30th 2026
End of January 2026 Axios Phoenix Governor Katie Hobbs traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with federal officials and other Basin state governors as the deadline to reach a Colorado River agreement approaches. Arizona is pushing to avoid deeper mandatory cuts that would heavily affect Central Arizona Project deliveries. Colorado Sun Colorado Governor Jared Polis […]
CRIT Person of Interest: Winstill Humeumptewa Sr. Fleet Manager of CRIT Auto
CRIT Auto Welcomes a Familiar Leader After 47 years of dedicated service, Winstill Humeumptewa Sr. has stepped into the role of Fleet Manager of CRIT Auto, bringing with him decades of experience, leadership, and deep pride in the work he does for the Colorado River Indian Tribes. Winstill began working at CRIT Auto in 1979. […]
Request for Proposals: Drain Cleaning and Mechanical Vegetation Management Colorado River Irrigation Project
The Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Water Resources Department is now accepting proposals for Drain Cleaning and Mechanical Vegetation Management services for the Colorado River Irrigation Project (CRIP) near Parker and Poston, Arizona. This project supports the continued care and functionality of CRIT’s irrigation system, which is vital to agricultural operations and stewardship of the […]
Basin Brief January 28, 2026
KAWC Yuma Public Radio As the federal deadline approaches, Colorado River stewards and water managers are openly debating which options remain viable to stabilize the river. Discussions now center on short-term operational changes, deeper conservation, and the possibility of federal intervention if states cannot agree. Parker Pioneer Local officials and residents raised concerns over proposed […]
Basin Brief January 26, 2026
January 26, 2026 ABC15 Arizona The Central Arizona Project’s general manager warned that deeper Colorado River cuts would have severe impacts across Arizona, affecting municipal supplies, agriculture, and long-term planning. Officials stressed that Arizona is particularly vulnerable because CAP deliveries are among the first reduced during shortages. Lake Havasu News Herald Arizona lawmakers are weighing […]