The Vista Irrigation District board of directors elected Patrick Sanchez as its president and Marty Miller as its vice-president for 2025 at its annual organizational meeting. Sanchez has served on the board of directors since March 2017. This will be the second time he has led the board since being elected. Sanchez represents Division 4, which […]
San Diego could raise water rates by 61% and sewer rates 32% over four years to cover sharply rising costs for workers, imported water, chemicals, energy, construction projects and other priorities. The increases, which would incrementally kick in between January 2026 and January 2029, are recommended by two new studies analyzing future revenues and expenses […]
On a May afternoon, customers fill empty five-gallon jugs at vending machines beside the front door of the Aqua Bar water store in Escondido. Inside, the store’s owner chats with regulars turning the faucets at two large metal sinks. Customers come and go, wheeling carts full of newly-filled containers out to the trunks or flat-beds […]
In response to community concerns, Sweetwater Authority recently announced the detection of a small amount of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in treated water from the Sweetwater Reservoir. The detected concentration was below levels that would necessitate mitigation measures, meaning additional water treatment is not required. However, regulatory guidelines mandate notification to customers about such […]
Vista Irrigation District Board Elects Officers For 2025
/in Media Coverage, News, San Diego County /by Jordan Beane /The Vista Press Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe Vista Irrigation District board of directors elected Patrick Sanchez as its president and Marty Miller as its vice-president for 2025 at its annual organizational meeting. Sanchez has served on the board of directors since March 2017. This will be the second time he has led the board since being elected. Sanchez represents Division 4, which […]
Water Rates Could Soar More Than 60% Within 5 Years Under Proposed Hikes
/in Media Coverage, News, San Diego County /by Jordan Beane /San Diego Union-Tribuneby David GarrickSan Diego could raise water rates by 61% and sewer rates 32% over four years to cover sharply rising costs for workers, imported water, chemicals, energy, construction projects and other priorities. The increases, which would incrementally kick in between January 2026 and January 2029, are recommended by two new studies analyzing future revenues and expenses […]
San Diegans Can Drink Their Tap Water. Many Pay More at the Vending Machine Anyway.
/in Media Coverage, News, San Diego County /by Jordan Beane /Voice of San Diegoby Amy DiPerroOn a May afternoon, customers fill empty five-gallon jugs at vending machines beside the front door of the Aqua Bar water store in Escondido. Inside, the store’s owner chats with regulars turning the faucets at two large metal sinks. Customers come and go, wheeling carts full of newly-filled containers out to the trunks or flat-beds […]
Sweetwater Authority Clarifies Water Quality Concerns
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Jordan Beane /Chula Vista Todayby Jeanette SánchezIn response to community concerns, Sweetwater Authority recently announced the detection of a small amount of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in treated water from the Sweetwater Reservoir. The detected concentration was below levels that would necessitate mitigation measures, meaning additional water treatment is not required. However, regulatory guidelines mandate notification to customers about such […]