The California Water Commission is conducting a series of virtual public workshops as part of its efforts to assess a potential state role in financing conveyance projects that could help meet needs in a changing climate. The Commission will use the information gathered at four regional workshops to produce a …
Read More »California American Water Teams Up With State Legislators for “Operation Gobble”
California American Water is working with state legislators in Placer, Sacramento, Sonoma, Monterey County and Southern California to aid non-profits as part of its 30th annual “Operation Gobble” program. “Operation Gobble” is a joint charitable venture between California water companies and local state legislators that normally delivers thousands of turkeys to …
Read More »Olivenhain Municipal Water District Announces the 2020 Pure Excellence Award Winners
During their November 18 board meeting, the Olivenhain Municipal Water District (OMWD) board of directors recognized nine individuals and businesses with the 2020 Pure Excellence awards. The awards winners were recognized for making a significant, positive impact over the last year in the community, the San Diego region, or local …
Read More »Orange County Water District to Receive Special Districts Award
The Orange County Water District (OCWD) has announced they have been recognized as a Special Districts Award Winner by AT&T and Government Technology Magazine in the Technology Innovation category for their virtual outreach and the use of technology to enhance services to the public during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s an …
Read More »MWD Seeks Public Input in Search for New General Manager
Metropolitan Water District’s Board of Directors is inviting the public to help shape its search for a new general manager through participation in two virtual meetings to be held from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 19, and from 10-11 a.m. on Nov. 21. “The selection of a general manager is one …
Read More »Elsinore Valley Receives Grant for Hazard Mitigation Plan
Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) recently announced they have received a $125,000 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to go towards the development of a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. FEMA’s Pre-Disaster Mitigation grant program provides funding assistance for states, tribal governments, territories, and local communities to implement …
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