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A criminal investigation has resulted in two Siskiyou County water treatment operators surrendering their licenses to operate public drinking water systems after they pleaded no contest to one count of making a false statement or representation, a violation of Health and Safety Code Section 116730(a)(1), a misdemeanor.  The investigation determined …

Two September 2015 that released partially treated municipal wastewater — containing plastic waste and other debris which was discharged into Santa Monica Bay — have resulted in a $2.2 million settlement between the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board and the City of Los Angeles. A review of the …

Looking for a paid apprenticeship as a Hydroelectric Plant Electrician, Mechanic or Operator or as a Utility Craftsworker? If so, make plans now to submit your application, in person, on Saturday, May 5 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at one of Department of Water Resource’s (DWR) …

Four environmental projects in California and Baja California, along the U.S.-Mexico border, will share in $327,000 awarded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for assessing transboundary wastewater spill impacts, understanding of binational airshed data, improving waste management and reducing plastic bag pollution. “These grants will fund projects designed to help …

Ryan Shaw, a veteran water resource manager, has been named Western Municipal Water District’s director of the Water Resources Department. “Ryan’s knowledge of Western coupled with his expertise in water management and policy along with water use efficiency programs made him the ideal candidate to lead the Water Resources Department,” …

Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) wants customers to be prepared in the event of a major earthquake or other natural disaster. April is National Earthquake Preparedness Month, and while the district says it will work diligently to provide water service following a natural disaster, there are steps residents can take …