The San Diego County Water Authority and Western Municipal Water District today announced a historic long-term regional water supply agreement that strengthens water reliability and creates a paradigm shift in how water providers share resources across the region to benefit millions of customers. Together, the agencies serve communities representing more than 4 million Southern California […]
Regional leaders from across San Diego County expressed their support for the historic long-term regional water supply agreement between the Water Authority and Western Municipal Water District following Thursday’s news conference announcing the agreement. U.S. Rep. Scott Peters: “The San Diego County Water Authority has worked for decades to ensure our community has enough water […]
The importance of repairing leaks and saving water in the workplace and other commercial buildings such as hospitals, schools, hotels, retail stores, and community centers, as well as in the home is the focus for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual “Fix A Leak Week” program. In 2026, Fix a Leak Week takes place […]
The popular Women in Water Symposium has set its return for 2026 with a full-day event on Thursday, March 19, at Cuyamaca College. Registration is now open. This inclusive event welcomes individuals from college students to seasoned industry veterans, offering the opportunity to meet like-minded professionals and gain insights from knowledgeable speakers. Anyone interested in […]
Helix Water District was recognized by the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce with its 2026 Environmental Stewardship Award. District representatives received their award at the 114th Annual East County Honors Awards Gala. The Environmental Stewardship Award recognizes the Helix Water District’s leadership in advancing innovative and collaborative solutions to protect natural resources […]
The San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors today unanimously approved a landmark agreement to explore an interstate water transfer and exchange pilot program with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, and agencies in Nevada and Arizona. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) – which still needs to be […]
The San Diego County Water Authority is celebrating National Engineers Week, February 22-28, by highlighting the agency’s engineers and the important work they do. Since the Water Authority’s formation in 1944, engineers have played a pivotal role in the establishment and growth of the agency and its commitment to delivering safe, reliable water supplies to […]
A chance conversation with a family friend resulted in a water industry career for Vallecitos Water District Asset Management Supervisor Lydon Miniter. Nearly two decades later, he has spent almost half his life working in different roles, earning a recent promotion to his current role last November. Miniter now encourages others to follow him into […]
With San Diego’s rainy months just ahead, Solana Center for Environmental Innovation (Solana Center) and Think Blue San Diego (the City of San Diego Stormwater Department) are providing discounted rain barrels to encourage City of San Diego residents to collect and conserve rainwater and reduce stormwater pollution. Rain barrels are $30 each for City of […]
Job opportunities in the water industry are plentiful and growing. That’s why the San Diego County Water Authority is making workforce development a priority, preparing the next generation of job seekers to pursue careers in this vital and often overlooked field. The Water Authority is participating in career fairs and work panels around the county […]
San Diego regional member water agencies and California water associations offer multiple college scholarship opportunities in 2026 to help candidates secure their education as water and wastewater professionals. The acceleration of industry retirements, along with the increasing need for a skilled workforce trained to implement new technologies, is driving greater efforts to develop more skilled […]
The popular WaterSmart Landscape Makeover annual competition is now open for 2026 entries. The contest highlights residential landscaping, with nonfunctional grass areas transformed into flourishing, colorful, water-smart landscapes. Contest judges look for winners who represent the best in landscaping makeover projects from 12 participating San Diego County water agencies. Winning entrants feature unique approaches to […]
Community artists were recognized at the January board meeting of the Vallecitos Water District for contributions of their artwork to the District’s Sustainable Demonstration Garden. “Artwork is a wonderful addition to any garden, as it still sparkles when the plants are going through their dormancy period,” said garden creator Lisa Urabe, a UC Master Gardener […]
The Helix Water District plays host this week to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s “Being Water Wise Is” traveling art show, now through January 30, at its administration office, located at 7811 University Avenue in La Mesa. The show displays the original artwork created by talented students from kindergarten through 12th grade from […]
The San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors on Thursday unanimously elected Carlsbad City Councilmember Teresa Acosta as the board’s new Secretary. Acosta replaces Joy Lyndes, who stepped down following her recent announcement that she will not seek re-election to her position on the Encinitas City Council this year. “The San Diego County Water […]
SoCal Water Leaders Announce Landmark Regional Water Partnership
/in Achievements, Features /by Jordan BeaneThe San Diego County Water Authority and Western Municipal Water District today announced a historic long-term regional water supply agreement that strengthens water reliability and creates a paradigm shift in how water providers share resources across the region to benefit millions of customers. Together, the agencies serve communities representing more than 4 million Southern California […]
Regional Leaders Praise Water Authority Innovation
/in Achievements, Features /by Jordan BeaneRegional leaders from across San Diego County expressed their support for the historic long-term regional water supply agreement between the Water Authority and Western Municipal Water District following Thursday’s news conference announcing the agreement. U.S. Rep. Scott Peters: “The San Diego County Water Authority has worked for decades to ensure our community has enough water […]
Find and Fix Leaks During Fix-A-Leak Week 2026
/in Features, WaterSmart Living /by Gayle FalkenthalThe importance of repairing leaks and saving water in the workplace and other commercial buildings such as hospitals, schools, hotels, retail stores, and community centers, as well as in the home is the focus for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual “Fix A Leak Week” program. In 2026, Fix a Leak Week takes place […]
Women In Water Conference Returns for 2026 on March 19
/in Features, Jobs and Training /by Gayle FalkenthalThe popular Women in Water Symposium has set its return for 2026 with a full-day event on Thursday, March 19, at Cuyamaca College. Registration is now open. This inclusive event welcomes individuals from college students to seasoned industry veterans, offering the opportunity to meet like-minded professionals and gain insights from knowledgeable speakers. Anyone interested in […]
Helix Water District Honored for Environmental Stewardship
/in Achievements, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalHelix Water District was recognized by the San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce with its 2026 Environmental Stewardship Award. District representatives received their award at the 114th Annual East County Honors Awards Gala. The Environmental Stewardship Award recognizes the Helix Water District’s leadership in advancing innovative and collaborative solutions to protect natural resources […]
Board Approves Federal, Interstate Partnership on Colorado River
/in Achievements, Features /by Jordan BeaneThe San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors today unanimously approved a landmark agreement to explore an interstate water transfer and exchange pilot program with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, and agencies in Nevada and Arizona. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) – which still needs to be […]
Water Authority Celebrates National Engineers Week
/in Features, Jobs and Training /by Andrea MoraThe San Diego County Water Authority is celebrating National Engineers Week, February 22-28, by highlighting the agency’s engineers and the important work they do. Since the Water Authority’s formation in 1944, engineers have played a pivotal role in the establishment and growth of the agency and its commitment to delivering safe, reliable water supplies to […]
Building A Career in the Water Industry
/in Features, Jobs and Training /by Gayle FalkenthalA chance conversation with a family friend resulted in a water industry career for Vallecitos Water District Asset Management Supervisor Lydon Miniter. Nearly two decades later, he has spent almost half his life working in different roles, earning a recent promotion to his current role last November. Miniter now encourages others to follow him into […]
Discounted Rain Barrels and Workshops Available For San Diego Residents
/in Features, WaterSmart Living /by Gayle FalkenthalWith San Diego’s rainy months just ahead, Solana Center for Environmental Innovation (Solana Center) and Think Blue San Diego (the City of San Diego Stormwater Department) are providing discounted rain barrels to encourage City of San Diego residents to collect and conserve rainwater and reduce stormwater pollution. Rain barrels are $30 each for City of […]
Water Authority Ramps Up Workforce Development
/in Achievements, Education, Features, Jobs and Training /by Jordan BeaneJob opportunities in the water industry are plentiful and growing. That’s why the San Diego County Water Authority is making workforce development a priority, preparing the next generation of job seekers to pursue careers in this vital and often overlooked field. The Water Authority is participating in career fairs and work panels around the county […]
2026 Scholarship Applications Open for Aspiring San Diego Water Professionals
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalSan Diego regional member water agencies and California water associations offer multiple college scholarship opportunities in 2026 to help candidates secure their education as water and wastewater professionals. The acceleration of industry retirements, along with the increasing need for a skilled workforce trained to implement new technologies, is driving greater efforts to develop more skilled […]
WaterSmart Landscape Makeover Contest Open for 2026 Entries
/in Features, WaterSmart Living /by Gayle FalkenthalThe popular WaterSmart Landscape Makeover annual competition is now open for 2026 entries. The contest highlights residential landscaping, with nonfunctional grass areas transformed into flourishing, colorful, water-smart landscapes. Contest judges look for winners who represent the best in landscaping makeover projects from 12 participating San Diego County water agencies. Winning entrants feature unique approaches to […]
Vallecitos Water District Honors Artist Contributions To Demonstration Garden
/in Features, Heroes /by Gayle FalkenthalCommunity artists were recognized at the January board meeting of the Vallecitos Water District for contributions of their artwork to the District’s Sustainable Demonstration Garden. “Artwork is a wonderful addition to any garden, as it still sparkles when the plants are going through their dormancy period,” said garden creator Lisa Urabe, a UC Master Gardener […]
Helix Water District Hosts Student Art Show
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalThe Helix Water District plays host this week to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s “Being Water Wise Is” traveling art show, now through January 30, at its administration office, located at 7811 University Avenue in La Mesa. The show displays the original artwork created by talented students from kindergarten through 12th grade from […]
Teresa Acosta Elected Secretary of Water Authority Board
/in Achievements, Features /by Jordan BeaneThe San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors on Thursday unanimously elected Carlsbad City Councilmember Teresa Acosta as the board’s new Secretary. Acosta replaces Joy Lyndes, who stepped down following her recent announcement that she will not seek re-election to her position on the Encinitas City Council this year. “The San Diego County Water […]