The Groundwater Resources Association of California (GRAC) has announced their First Annual “super-sized” Western Groundwater Congress (WGC) for Tuesday, Sept. 25 through Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018. Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) legislation, water resources and other timely topics as well as practical hands-on workshops. The event will be held at …
Read More »Palmdale Water District Host Centennial Celebration
Historical displays, a new book detailing their 100-year history, free tacos and ice cream, a petting zoo, a car show, temporary tattoos and face painting for children, and a host of other activities were all part of Palmdale Water District’s (PWD) recent centennial celebration. The water district was fortunate to …
Read More »Volunteers Sought for American River Water Education Center at Folsom Dam
The Central California Area Office for the Bureau of Reclamation has announced they are now seeking new volunteers to assist with a variety of duties at the American River Water Education Center (ARWEC). The center is located near the Folsom Dam. The ARWEC offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to …
Read More »Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Moulton Niguel Water District receive awards and honors
Two Southern California water agencies have earned awards for their positive impacts on their communities through investments in water quality and customer-centric information. Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA), based in Chino, recently received the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Inland Empire Branch’s Outstanding Civil Engineering Water/Wastewater Project of the …
Read More »Water Veteran Paula Rasmussen Named Colorado River Water Board Executive Officer
Paula Rasmussen, a long-time employee of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board (LARWQCB), has been named as the new executive officer for the Colorado River Regional Water Quality Control Board (Colorado River Water Board). She will be replacing Jose Angel in her new position. Angel’s last day is …
Read More »Southwest Membrane Operators Honor Orange County Water District’s Operations Manager
Tyson Neely, Orange County Water District’s (OCWD) operations manager, was recently honored by the Southwest Membrane Operators Association (SWMOA) with the 2018 Outstanding Plant Operator Award. Neely was recognized for his significant knowledge of membrane processes, his contributions to operating the world’s largest advanced water purification project for potable reuse …
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