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5th Annual Central Coast Water Summit

Friday, Jun 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM PDT

The Grove, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States

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Friday, Jun 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM PDT

The Grove, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States.

The Central Coast Water Summit: The Value of Every Drop

Bridging the Gap Between Property Owners and Industry Professionals

Water is the lifeblood of the Central Coast, yet its true value is often misunderstood. Hosted by K&D Landscaping, the Central Coast Water Summit is a unique, collaborative event designed to bring together the two most critical sides of the landscaping and development industry: the people who invest in outdoor spaces, and the professionals who build and maintain them.

Whether you are footing the bill for a large commercial project or putting the shovel in the dirt, the goal of this summit is to get everyone on the same page. We will break down why water is our most critical resource, how smart water management impacts the bottom line, and why investing in sustainable practices today protects our community for decades to come.

Here is how we are breaking it down:

  • The Opening Workshop: Kevin Battistoni (Hunter Industries) kicks off the day by pulling live, unfiltered pricing and operational data straight from the room, showing you exactly where your property stands against the rest of the Central Coast.

  • Funding the Mandates: Kris Loomis (Sonoma Water) and Ashley Shannon (Valley Water) tackle the messy reality of the AB 1572 turf ban and hand you the playbook on how to unlock up to $100,000 in utility rebates to completely fund your property upgrades.

  • Forecasting the Threat: Dr. Sonali Abraham (Pacific Institute) and a CAL FIRE Representative connect the hard math of water efficiency to the massive urban fire risks threatening your investments.

  • Securing the Soil: Jared Criscuolo (Upcycle) and David Stoldt (Monterey Peninsula Water Management District) deliver the ground level soil science you need to protect your existing landscape from the high salinity of recycled water.

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About Organizer

K&D Landscaping Organizer name

For 40 years, K&D Landscaping has been a cornerstone of California's Central Coast, growing from a small husband-and-wife team into a premier, second-generation family-owned business. Serving communities from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, K&D is dedicated to creating beautiful, functional, and sustainable outdoor spaces. As the proud organizer of the Water Summit, K&D Landscaping leverages its four decades of industry leadership to champion responsible environmental practices, water conservation, and a brighter future for the region.

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Sessions & Workshops

7

Speakers

4

Sessions

250

Expected Attendees

4

Sponsors

Who Should Attend?

Tailored strictly for professionals managing large-scale water assets:

  • Facility Managers: Lower utility costs and ensure future compliance.

  • Municipal Leaders: Master strategies for public site conservation.

  • HOA Boards: Reduce community expenses while maintaining property values.

  • Architects & Contractors: Master drought-resilient designs to offer future-proof value.

What to Expect?

We’re bringing you paired "Duo" sessions with the heavyweights shaping CA water policy: Valley Water, Sonoma Water, CAL FIRE, Pacific Institute, Hunter, Upcycle, & Monterey Farm Bureau.

Learn the hard realities of the AB 1572 turf ban, how to survive recycled water, and how to unlock up to $100k in commercial rebates.

This isn't just about conservation it’s a masterclass on turning compliance into cash flow and protecting your property assets.