After two fraught years of negotiations amid dire projections for the Colorado River’s reservoirs, California and six other states that rely on the river’s water have yet again failed to reach a deal — despite a federal deadline. “While more work needs to be done, collective progress has been made that warrants continued efforts to define and […]
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 […]
No Deal on the Colorado River Despite Trump Administration Deadline
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Sierra Stewart /Cal Mattersby Rachel BeckerAfter two fraught years of negotiations amid dire projections for the Colorado River’s reservoirs, California and six other states that rely on the river’s water have yet again failed to reach a deal — despite a federal deadline. “While more work needs to be done, collective progress has been made that warrants continued efforts to define and […]
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 […]