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OMWD’s 4S Ranch Water Reclamation Facility Recognized as California’s 2024 Plant of the Year

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Encinitas, Calif. — Today, Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s 4S Ranch Water Reclamation Facility was awarded California Water Environment Association’s statewide 2024 Plant of the Year (Small) award at CWEA’s Annual Conference in San Diego. The award acknowledges the facility’s innovation, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective operation.

In addition to being named California’s plant of the year, the facility received the same designation at the local level in February from CWEA’s San Diego Section.

“There are over a thousand wastewater treatment plants in California, and our district is honored to have 4S WRF named as CWEA’s Plant of the Year at the state level for the second time in three years,” said OMWD President Matthew R. Hahn.

 

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Otay Water District Kicks Off the 2025 WaterSmart Landscape Contest

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Spring Valley, Calif. – The Otay Water District has launched its annual WaterSmart Landscape Contest for residential customers. The program highlights the importance of outdoor water-use efficiency and awards customers for their dedication to making conservation a way of life. The deadline to enter is Friday, May 9, 2025.

The winner will receive the title of “Best in District” and a $250 gift card to a local plant nursery of their choice, along with a certificate, yard sign, and a goody bag. Entries are judged based on design, overall attractiveness, efficient irrigation methods, and appropriate plant selection and maintenance.

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Complimentary Waterwise Firescaping and Wildfire Preparedness Workshop

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Encinitas, Calif. —Olivenhain Municipal Water District invites the public to attend a free workshop about waterwise firescaping techniques and wildfire preparedness.

The workshop will be held on Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the OMWD boardroom, located at 1966 Olivenhain Road in Encinitas. Registration is required at www.olivenhain.com/events.

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OMWD Maintains AAA Bond Rating

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Encinitas, Calif. — Fitch Ratings reviewed Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s revenue bonds on March 13 and determined that OMWD will maintain its AAA rating. Since 2016, OMWD’s revenue bonds have held the AAA rating, which is the highest grade awarded by Fitch Ratings, a global rating agency that offers independent credit opinions.

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Water Agencies in North County Further Partnership to Minimize Costs to Ratepayers

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Encinitas, Calif. — At their March 19 board meetings, both Olivenhain Municipal Water District and Vallecitos Water District approved entering into a partnership agreement allowing VWD to install communication equipment at OMWD’s Denk Reservoir site in Carlsbad.

OMWD’s Denk Reservoir overlooks the southern portion of VWD’s service area and provides a clear line of sight between VWD’s Meadowlark Water Reclamation and San Elijo Hills Pump Station facilities. By partnering with OMWD to use the Denk Reservoir site to host the ethernet radio equipment, VWD will connect their two facilities with a reduced amount of equipment. The improved communications will ensure that system operators can monitor flow and pressure levels to make operational changes throughout the distribution system.

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OMWD Still Accepting Applications for Vacancy on Board of Directors

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Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District is calling for applications to fill the Division 1 vacancy on its Board of Directors. Departing director Marco San Antonio resigned from OMWD on January 24.

OMWD’s board intends to conduct interviews at its March 19 board meeting to fill the vacancy. The newly appointed director will represent Division 1 through December 4, 2026, filling the remaining 20 months of the four-year term.

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OMWD Proactively Completes Replacement of Drinking Water Pipeline on Rancho Santa Fe Road

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Encinitas, Calif. —Olivenhain Municipal Water District has completed the construction of a drinking water pipeline on Rancho Santa Fe Road on the border of Encinitas and Carlsbad. The project replaced an existing pipeline that was originally installed in 1961 and was reaching the end of its lifespan.

OMWD continuously assesses the condition of its infrastructure, and replaces it proactively before failure to avoid major leaks and damage to roadways.

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OMWD Wins Statewide Award for Operating Budget Excellence

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Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors accepted at its February 19 meeting the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers’ Operating Budget Excellence Award for its budget for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.

The CSMFO award recognizes public agencies for demonstrating clarity, accuracy, and consistency in their budget document. OMWD’s budget met specific statewide standards and requirements that CSMFO considered to be of the highest quality. CSMFO determined that OMWD is implementing best management practices in budgeting and financial reporting.

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OMWD’s 4S Ranch Water Reclamation Facility Earns “Plant of the Year” Recognition

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Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors accepted at its February 19 meeting California Water Environment Association San Diego Section’s 2024 Plant of the Year Award for the 4S Ranch Water Reclamation Facility. The award acknowledges the facility’s innovation, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective operations.

“Our operators work hard seven days a week to ensure that our wastewater treatment facility functions at the highest level while providing quality service to the communities we serve,” said OMWD President Matthew R. Hahn. “Our board is proud to have our facility recognized by CWEA for the second time in three years.”

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OMWD Offering Free California-Friendly Landscape Design Workshop

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Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District is offering a free landscape workshop to assist residents in transforming their yards into attractive, water-saving landscapes.

The workshop will be held on Saturday, March 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at OMWD’s offices, located at 1966 Olivenhain Road in Encinitas.

 

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