Understanding Shady Water Deals in Central Valley

The video discusses a tip received by Public Citizen about suspicious water deals in California's Central Valley. The narrator investigates the Kern Water Bank, discovering its control by Roll International and a lack of transparency. A visit to Bakersfield reveals the involvement of Paramount Farming Company. The Kern Water Bank, a public entity, is linked to private interests, raising concerns about public resources being controlled by a wealthy private company.

What organization received a tip about the shady water deals in Central Valley?

• Public Citizen

• Central Valley Water Board

• California Water Authority

• Water Watch

In what year did the investigator begin researching the Kern Water Bank?

• 2005

• 2000

• 2010

• 2003

Which company was found to largely control the Kern Water Bank?

• Westside Mutual Water Company

• Roll International

• Central Valley Water Authority

• Paramount Farming

What was the response from Roll International when asked for public relations contact?

• They scheduled a meeting

• They provided a contact

• They refused to give information

• They directed to a website

What unexpected sign did the investigator see at the Kern Water Bank's location?

• Central Valley Water Board

• Westside Mutual Water Company

• Paramount Farming Company

• Kern Water Bank Authority

Where was the Kern Water Bank's office located according to the receptionist?

• Down the hall

• In a separate building

• Across the street

• In another city

What type of entity is the Kern Water Bank described as?

• Government agency

• Non-profit organization

• Public entity

• Private company

Which private company is a member of the Kern Water Bank?

• Westside Mutual Water Company

• Roll International

• Central Valley Water Authority

• Paramount Farming

What was notable about the location of the Kern Water Bank's office?

• It was in a government building

• It was in a public library

• It was in a remote area

• It was inside Paramount's office

What is the main concern about the Kern Water Bank's control?

• It is too expensive

• It is controlled by a single private entity

• It is not environmentally friendly

• It lacks proper infrastructure