Mayor Todd Gloria, along with state and federal leaders, formally kicked off construction of Phase 1 of the city’s Pure Water program Friday, intended to provide nearly 50% of the city’s drinking water by 2035 and reduce the need for imported water. Helping the mayor celebrate the historic occasion in University City were Rep. Scott […]
Continued droughts are forcing the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California to ask water agencies to voluntarily conserve water. Jeff Stephenson, the water resources manager for the San Diego County Water Authority, said the county is decades ahead in conservation practices. “Here in San Diego we have a great history of water efficiency. We cut water use per […]
Even on an overcast, dewy day at the beach, drought conditions are of concern. In July, Governor Gavin Newsom urged everyone across the state to cut their water use by 15%, but some water experts say that may not be enough. “For us in San Diego County, we live in an arid region and we […]
The Santa Fe Irrigation District board will consider the adoption of its new 10-year strategic plan on Aug. 19, laying the framework for the future and setting somewhat of a new intention for the water district that will turn 100 years old in 2023. According to SFID Manager Al Lau, the plan for the future […]
Mayor, EPA Chief Celebrate First Phase of San Diego’s Drought-Resistant Water Recycling Project
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Times of San Diegoby Debbie L. Sklar and City News ServiceMayor Todd Gloria, along with state and federal leaders, formally kicked off construction of Phase 1 of the city’s Pure Water program Friday, intended to provide nearly 50% of the city’s drinking water by 2035 and reduce the need for imported water. Helping the mayor celebrate the historic occasion in University City were Rep. Scott […]
Drought Could Result in Water Reduction Mandates
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /KPBS-FM/TVby Alexandra Rangel Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthorityContinued droughts are forcing the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California to ask water agencies to voluntarily conserve water. Jeff Stephenson, the water resources manager for the San Diego County Water Authority, said the county is decades ahead in conservation practices. “Here in San Diego we have a great history of water efficiency. We cut water use per […]
California Drought Could Lead to Mandatory Water Restrictions Reinstated Statewide
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /NBC7 San Diego by Dana Griffin Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthorityEven on an overcast, dewy day at the beach, drought conditions are of concern. In July, Governor Gavin Newsom urged everyone across the state to cut their water use by 15%, but some water experts say that may not be enough. “For us in San Diego County, we live in an arid region and we […]
Santa Fe Irrigation District’s Strategic Plan Centers on Reliable Water supply
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Rancho Santa Fe Reviewby Karen Billing Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe Santa Fe Irrigation District board will consider the adoption of its new 10-year strategic plan on Aug. 19, laying the framework for the future and setting somewhat of a new intention for the water district that will turn 100 years old in 2023. According to SFID Manager Al Lau, the plan for the future […]