The Sites Project Authority is eyeing a significant milestone this month in its endeavor to build a new water storage reservoir in Colusa County. They are hopeful to secure a draft water right permit for the future reservoir. Officials say the State Water Resources Control Board might issue the water right order as soon as this summer. Any delays in issuing the water right could increase the project's cost by $20 million each month, the group said, adding that time is of the essence. The authority previously stated their goal for starting construction was by the end of 2026, it now appears construction could begin in 2027.