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Water Authority Launches Budget Rate Setting Process For 2024

By   /  March 13, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Board looks for ways to control costs and balance risks; public invited to learn more March, 2023 – The San Diego County Water Authority on Thursday started a months-long public process to refine its next two-year budget and a draft preliminary proposed rate increase for 2024. The average rates charged by the Water Authority are currently projected […]

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First Aqueduct Maintenance Shutdown Runs February 27-March 8

By   /  February 23, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Member agencies and Water Authority collaborate to minimize impacts for water users February 22, 2023 – The final shutdown for scheduled maintenance of the San Diego County Water Authority’s First Aqueduct is scheduled to begin February 27. The shutdown will run through March 8, allowing crews to reline portions of the historic aqueduct and perform […]

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Water Authority Helps Low-Income Customers With Water-Saving Devices

By   /  February 9, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

$3 million grant will improve water affordability for vulnerable county residents February, 2023 – The San Diego County Water Authority has secured $3 million in grant funds to install water-efficient toilets and smart irrigation controllers in underrepresented communities across the region, bolstering the agency’s long-running efforts to enhance water affordability. The Water Authority will use the money […]

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Water Authority Board Welcomes Seven New Directors

By   /  January 30, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Diversity of experience and perspectives benefits region during critical time January , 2023 – The San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors welcomed seven new members from across the region at its first regular Board meeting of the year on January 26, expanding the agency’s leadership and policy making skills during a critical period for water […]

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Water Authority Welcomes New MWD Board Chair

By   /  January 26, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Water agencies together face challenging issues January 26, 2023 – The San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors today welcomed Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Board Chair Adán Ortega, Jr. by hosting a reception for him to meet San Diego County’s community, civic and business leaders. Ortega took the helm of  MWD’s Board on January 10 […]

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First Aqueduct Maintenance Shutdown Runs January 23 to February 1

By   /  January 19, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Member agencies and Water Authority collaborate to minimize impacts for water users January 18, 2023 – The San Diego County Water Authority’s First Aqueduct will be shut down periodically over the next three months for maintenance projects to ensure a safe and reliable water supply for the region. Two shutdowns on the First Aqueduct are […]

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Water Authority Delivers Emergency Water Supply To Tijuana

By   /  January 19, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Agency accelerates water deliveries to avoid new supply shortages south of border January, 2023 – Fast action by the San Diego County Water Authority and its partners is helping maintain water service in Tijuana after problems with the city’s aqueduct emerged in December. “We’re extremely proud of how quickly the Water Authority staff worked to […]

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Jim Madaffer Elected Vice Chair of Colorado River Board of California

By   /  January 13, 2023  /  North County  /  No Comments

Board is pivotal in protecting state’s water supplies January 12, 2023 – San Diego County Water Authority Board Member Jim Madaffer has been elected vice chair of the Colorado River Board of California (CRB), which represents California in river management discussions with other Basin states, federal agencies, tribes, and Mexico. Madaffer, the Water Authority’s CRB […]

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Turn Off Irrigation During and After Rainstorms 

By   /  December 29, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Take more WaterSmart steps now as atmospheric rivers deliver needed moisture December, 2022 – A series of storms bringing much needed rain to the San Diego region is also a reminder for residents and businesses to turn off irrigation systems when wet weather is predicted and for at least a week after significant rainfall. While a […]

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Carlsbad Desalination Plant Upgrades To Protect Marine Life

By   /  December 15, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Final phase of intake-discharge modifications moves ahead after Board action Carlsbad, CA-December, 2022 – The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors today unanimously authorized an agreement with Poseidon Resources (Channelside) LP to make major upgrades to the Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant, as required by the state’s Ocean Plan Amendment. The new […]

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Free On Line WaterSmart Landscape Design Works Shops Offered

By   /  November 10, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Yank thirsty grass and create a beautiful, sustainable water-efficient landscape San Diego, CA -November, 2022 – As California enters a fourth straight year of drought, more residents are taking advantage of free, online webinars helping them conserve water and create beautiful landscapes at the same time. New three-hour workshops are scheduled through December, funded in […]

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San Diego Water Authority -Fall Back & Adjust Irrigation Systems to Save Water

By   /  November 4, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Seasonal adjustments reduce water waste November, 2022 – The end of daylight saving time on Sunday offers residents a reminder to assess their outdoor watering needs and adjust their irrigation systems to reduce water waste – an especially important step as California enters a fourth straight year of drought. Plants simply don’t need as much water […]

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Water Authority Board Approves Landmark Project Labor Agreement

By   /  October 27, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

PLA to provide community benefits and flexibility for small businesses   October, 2022 – The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors on Thursday approved a Project Labor Agreement to govern most of the agency’s future construction contracts, ensuring projects deliver a range of community and worker benefits while continuing to be built to the […]

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Free “Drought-Proof Your Garden” Webinars

By   /  October 27, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Water-saving tips for San Diego County residents from garden expert Nan Sterman October, 2022 – The San Diego County Water Authority and waterwise garden guru Nan Sterman have teamed up to offer a series of free public webinars designed to help San Diego County residents care for their gardens during a fourth straight year of […]

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New State Tax Break and Lawn Removal Rebates Save Money and Water

By   /  October 17, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Fall is the ideal time to get rid of thirsty turfgrass; resources are available October, 2022 – Fall is the perfect time to yank those thirsty lawns and install drought-tolerant landscapes with the help of cooler days and major financial incentives. Homeowners and businesses in San Diego County can receive between $2 and $4 per […]

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Annual Aqueduct Work Starts Oct. 16 to Ensure Water System Reliability

By   /  October 16, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Water Authority and member agencies collaborate to minimize impacts for water users October, 2022 – Sections of the regional aqueducts will be shut down over the next six months for maintenance projects to ensure a safe and reliable water supply for the region. The San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies are coordinating […]

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Mel Katz Elected Board Chair Of San Diego Water Authority

By   /  September 22, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Nick Serrano is Vice Chair and Frank Hilliker becomes Secretary September 22, 2022 – New officers for the San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors were elected today, with Mel Katz starting his two-year term as Board chair on Oct. 1. Katz, vice chair of the Board for the past six months as a representative […]

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David Edwards Joins Water Authority as Top Lawyer

By   /  August 29, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

San Diego region benefits from his history of work on complex water issues for LADWP Aug. 25, 2022 – The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors on Thursday announced the hiring of David J. Edwards as the agency’s new general counsel after a nationwide search. He starts his post on Oct. 3, replacing […]

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Money Available for Low-Income Water Customers in San Diego County

By   /  August 25, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

Water Authority and regional service providers partner to help qualified households cover delinquent water bills August, 2022 – The San Diego County Water Authority has helped secure financial aid for low-income water customers in the region to cover overdue residential water and wastewater bills. As part of its commitment to water affordability, the Water Authority […]

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Water Authority General Manager Sandra Kerl Named CUWA Board Chair

By   /  July 25, 2022  /  North County  /  No Comments

California Urban Water Agencies focuses on affordable, reliable water supplies July, 2022 – San Diego County Water Authority General Manager Sandra L. Kerl is taking the reins as board chair of California Urban Water Agencies (CUWA), a nonprofit corporation that supports development of sound water policy statewide. The Water Authority is one of 11 member agencies […]

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