On June 10, the city of San Diego implemented more stringent restrictions for all water customers, following a statewide order to conserve throughout California. We are calling on San Diegans to cut back their usage, not just because it’s the prudent thing to, but also to avoid more drastic measures that could come in the […]
At an Aug. 18 special meeting to review water rate structure alternatives, the Santa Fe Irrigation District board opted to pause and take more time to get additional details on its options. The board had planned to make a decision on proposed new rate structures at its Sept. 29 meeting, selecting from options of tiered […]
The revised and more aggressive climate action plan San Diego adopted this month commits officials to creating 700 acres of marshland across the city, more than triple the 220 acres of new marshland Mayor Todd Gloria had previously promised in northeastern Mission Bay. The revised climate action plan prioritizes new marsh areas — sometimes called […]
If you choose to design, implement and maintain a new water-saving landscape yourself, you can follow the Homeowner’s Guide to a WaterSmart Landscape to help you plan, prepare, and work through each step. Free classes and online videos can help.
Opinion: Why City Officials are Calling on San Diegans to Cut Back on Water Usage This Summer
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby Juan GuerreiroOn June 10, the city of San Diego implemented more stringent restrictions for all water customers, following a statewide order to conserve throughout California. We are calling on San Diegans to cut back their usage, not just because it’s the prudent thing to, but also to avoid more drastic measures that could come in the […]
Santa Fe Irrigation Board Considers New Water Rates
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Gayle Falkenthal /Rancho Santa Fe Reviewby Karen BillingAt an Aug. 18 special meeting to review water rate structure alternatives, the Santa Fe Irrigation District board opted to pause and take more time to get additional details on its options. The board had planned to make a decision on proposed new rate structures at its Sept. 29 meeting, selecting from options of tiered […]
Creating 700 Acres of New Marshland Across San Diego is Key to City’s New Climate Action Plan
/in Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Gayle Falkenthal /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby David GarrickThe revised and more aggressive climate action plan San Diego adopted this month commits officials to creating 700 acres of marshland across the city, more than triple the 220 acres of new marshland Mayor Todd Gloria had previously promised in northeastern Mission Bay. The revised climate action plan prioritizes new marsh areas — sometimes called […]
Here’s How to Choose a Professional to Help Create a Water-Saving Landscape
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Times of San Diego by Water News Network Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityIf you choose to design, implement and maintain a new water-saving landscape yourself, you can follow the Homeowner’s Guide to a WaterSmart Landscape to help you plan, prepare, and work through each step. Free classes and online videos can help.