Water and sewer rate increases proposed in October to take effect in 2026 for Oceanside residents and businesses were cut in half Wednesday by the Oceanside City Council, but only for a year. Water department employees initially asked for increases of 6% for water and 4% for sewer in 2026 and again in 2027, but […]
The warming San Diegans are experiencing this weekend will turn cooler by the middle of the week, with a chance for rain later in the week, forecasters said Sunday. The cooling is expected by Tuesday, although highs will remain above average as the area of high pressure weakens ahead of an incoming low pressure system.
As San Diego County continues to navigate the complex challenges of water affordability and supply reliability, the Permanent Special Agricultural Water Rate Program, or PSAWR, offers a smart, equitable solution that economically benefits the entire region — not just farmers. Some water agencies have asked: “What’s in it for us?” — especially those who don’t serve […]
What was supposed to be a quick fix has turned into nearly a year of frustration for Escondido residents. Harding Street has been partially closed since January for aqueduct repairs, leaving drivers to navigate detours and congestion. “It used to be two-way traffic,” said longtime resident Adrian Tejada. “My concern isn’t only for residents, it closes […]
Water, Sewer Rate Hikes Dialed Back for Oceanside
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Sierra Stewart /San Diego Union-Tribuneby Phil DiehlWater and sewer rate increases proposed in October to take effect in 2026 for Oceanside residents and businesses were cut in half Wednesday by the Oceanside City Council, but only for a year. Water department employees initially asked for increases of 6% for water and 4% for sewer in 2026 and again in 2027, but […]
Warmer Weather Trend to Reverse Direction, Turn Cooler by Midweek
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Sierra Stewart /Times of San Diegoby Brooke BinkowskiThe warming San Diegans are experiencing this weekend will turn cooler by the middle of the week, with a chance for rain later in the week, forecasters said Sunday. The cooling is expected by Tuesday, although highs will remain above average as the area of high pressure weakens ahead of an incoming low pressure system.
OPINION: Why the Region’s Agricultural Water Rate Is Good for Everyone
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Sierra Stewart /Times of San Diegoby Gary Arant , Frank Hilliker, Jim Madaffer and Amy ReehAs San Diego County continues to navigate the complex challenges of water affordability and supply reliability, the Permanent Special Agricultural Water Rate Program, or PSAWR, offers a smart, equitable solution that economically benefits the entire region — not just farmers. Some water agencies have asked: “What’s in it for us?” — especially those who don’t serve […]
Escondido Residents Frustrated by Nearly Year-Long Closure
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Sierra Stewart /CBS 8by Vanessa PazWhat was supposed to be a quick fix has turned into nearly a year of frustration for Escondido residents. Harding Street has been partially closed since January for aqueduct repairs, leaving drivers to navigate detours and congestion. “It used to be two-way traffic,” said longtime resident Adrian Tejada. “My concern isn’t only for residents, it closes […]