The State Water Resources Control Board recently awarded Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) $10 million in grant funding from the Proposition I Storm Water Grant Program for a storm water facilities improvement project. The project is a joint effort between IEUA and the Chino Basin Watermaster (Watermaster) to divert and …
Read More »October statewide water savings exceed 19 percent officials continue to stress conservation
California’s five-plus year drought continues to grip approximately 73 percent of the state but residents continue to battle back saving 19.5 percent in October. This reflects an increase in savings over a savings of 18.3 percent the prior month but below the 22.3 percent in savings in October 2015. State-mandated …
Read More »State Water Board funds more than $100 million for stormwater capture projects throughout the state
“We are delighted to help some of California’s most innovative communities address their critical water supply needs and protect water quality at the same time,” said State Water Resources Control Board Chair Felicia Marcus. Marcus recently announced the awarding of more than $100 million in grants to municipalities and special …
Read More »Madera Irrigation District earns prestigious District of Distinction award
The Madera Irrigation District (MID) has recently earned the “District of Distinction” accreditation from the California Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF). The award recognizes MID for its achievements in the areas of governance, transparency, finances, and board conduct. MID is one of 33 special districts to receive this distinction of …
Read More »California PUC approves acquisition of Meadowbrook Water Company by California American Water
The California Public Utilities Commission has announced that Meadowbrook Water Company (MWC) in Merced County will be acquired by California American Water (CAW). The Meadowbrook system was purchased for $4 million and will add some 1,650 new service connections to CAW’s customer base in its Sacramento district. MWC was founded …
Read More »TriStar Dyeing and Finishing partners with Metropolitan Water District for water-saving project
Santa Fe Springs-based textile company Tri-Star Dyeing and Finishing Inc. has recently partnered with Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of Southern California to achieve a mutually beneficial solution to save time, money and water. The fabric dyeing company is installing a water recycling system at its facility with the help of …
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