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OMWD Converts Another Encinitas Property to Recycled Water

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Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District began serving recycled water today to the new commercial building at 777 North El Camino Real in Encinitas. Irrigating the property with recycled instead of potable water will save more than 7,500 gallons of imported drinking water each year.
“Converting our commercial customers to recycled water for irrigation is of the utmost importance,” said OMWD Board Secretary Larry Watt. “Our region is dependent on the Colorado River for drinking water and available supplies on the river have been slowly declining for decades. Every customer we convert to recycled water makes us more drought resilient.”
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Pipeline Construction to Begin on Rancho Santa Fe Road

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Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District is beginning construction to replace aging water infrastructure on Rancho Santa Fe Road on the border of Carlsbad and Encinitas.

An existing pipeline originally installed in 1961 on Rancho Santa Fe Road between Las Olas Court and Avenida La Posta is approaching the end of its lifespan. This project will replace 1,500 feet of the 12-inch drinking water pipeline.

“Replacing old water mains ensures the continued reliability of our services,” said OMWD Board President Christy Guerin. “Proactive maintenance projects like this are necessary to avoid emergency breaks that can waste millions of gallons of water and be very costly.”

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Enjoy a Glass of Padre Dam Tap Water for National Hydration Day

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We’re just days away from National Hydration Day on Sunday, June 23, and Padre Dam Municipal Water District is encouraging its customers to celebrate by enjoying a glass of high-quality tap water.

National Hydration Day is on June 23 every year. It’s the kick-off to summer and a time when the weather starts to warm up, especially in East San Diego County. The nationally-recognized day is a reminder to stay hydrated to avoid heat stroke and other heat-related illnesses.

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Construction of New Recycled Water Pipelines Begins in Encinitas

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Encinitas, CA—Olivenhain Municipal Water District has begun construction on new recycled water pipelines in the city of Encinitas. The pipeline extensions will allow homeowner associations in the area to convert to recycled water for irrigation of their properties.

This project phase involves installing pipeline extensions around Park Dale Lane and Gatepost Road off Village Park Way in the city of Encinitas. Work is scheduled to take place Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Additionally, restricted work hours of 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday, will be in effect for any work directly impacting Park Dale Lane Elementary School.

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OMWD Board Controls Spending in Two-Year Budget for Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026

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Encinitas, CA—At its June 19 meeting, Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors will consider approving a two-year budget for 2025 and 2026, reflecting board direction to control costs and limit the impact to customers of impending wholesale water prices.

After consideration by the board’s Finance Committee in April, the final spending plan for fiscal year 2025 operations reflects a 2.6% reduction compared to what was originally requested by staff.

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East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Receives ‘AA’ Fitch Credit Rating

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May 21, 2024 – Santee, CA – The East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority (JPA) recently received a ‘AA’, outlook stable rating from U.S. credit rating agency, Fitch Rating. This rating is important because it shows an agency’s ability to repay its debts.

Fitch assigned the ‘AA’ rating to $415 million of interim notes that will be issued to finance the design and construction of the East County Advanced Water Purification (AWP) Program. The East County AWP Program will create a local, clean, safe and drought-proof drinking water supply using state-of-the-art technology to purify East San Diego County’s recycled water. In 2020, Fitch Ratings assigned a ‘AA’ rating to a $395.8 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan. Fitch affirmed that rating in 2024 as well.

 

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Padre Dam Dives into a New Medium with Launch of The Water Drop Podcast

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April 26, 2024 – Padre Dam Municipal Water District has launched a new podcast, The Water Drop to dive
into the latest information and hot topics in the water industry.

The Water Drop debuted in March 2024 and monthly episodes are planned. Padre Dam staff as well as
outside experts will discuss an array of industry topics including sustainability, trends and the future of all
things water.

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OMWD Hosts Ecoliteracy Showcase Featuring Local Students’ Environmental Projects

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Encinitas, CA — Olivenhain Municipal Water District, the Encinitas Union School District, and BCK Programs invite members of the public to attend a free Ecoliteracy Showcase on May 7, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at the Encinitas Farm Lab, located at 441 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas. The showcase celebrates local students’ year-long efforts in promoting environmental awareness and action, with a special emphasis on water conservation during Water Awareness Month in May.

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South Bay Irrigation District transforms into “South Bay Water,” announces upcoming community logo contest

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Chula Vista, CA  – On April 9, 2024, the South Bay Irrigation District Board of Directors approved a proclamation to rebrand the district as “South Bay Water.” The updated name enhances the connection between the district and its important role as the governance branch of Sweetwater Authority, a public water agency that serves 200,000 residents in South Bay with safe and reliable tap water.

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OMWD’s AAA Bond Rating Affirmed

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Encinitas, CA — Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s AAA Revenue Bonds were affirmed with a stable outlook on March 27 by Fitch Ratings, a global rating agency that offers independent credit opinions. The AAA rating is the highest possible grade and has been awarded to only a handful of agencies in Southern California.