San Diego County water managers are lobbying state officials to help get financial relief for customers and water agencies struggling with water debt during the COVID-19 pandemic. The region’s water wholesaler was surprised by the amount of debt looming over water customers and the agencies that sell it. State water officials estimate 1.6 million customers […]
Driven by the rapidly growing demands for skilled career professionals in the water and wastewater industry, National University and Cuyamaca College will launch a new degree pathway program starting in February 2021. Developed in collaboration with regional employers, the new Bachelor of Public Administration degree with a concentration in Waterworks Management provides a seamless pathway for graduates […]
The coronavirus pandemic shook the economy of the United States and San Diego. More than 100,000 people in San Diego County lost their jobs last year, and many have made tough choices financially. That’s led, in part, to nearly a billion dollars in statewide water-bill debt, according to a new report from the state water board. “Folks are […]
Even though temperatures rarely drop below freezing in most parts of Southern California, many people overlook winter when it comes to caring for their native plants and traditional landscapes. There are many things that can help keep landscapes healthy and water-efficient, especially during the winter months when there is more natural rainfall. One of these things is […]
San Diego Water Managers Push for State Relief
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /KPBS FM/TVby Erik Anderson Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthoritySan Diego County water managers are lobbying state officials to help get financial relief for customers and water agencies struggling with water debt during the COVID-19 pandemic. The region’s water wholesaler was surprised by the amount of debt looming over water customers and the agencies that sell it. State water officials estimate 1.6 million customers […]
New Regional Degree Program Responds to Water and Wastewater Workforce Needs
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News Network Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityDriven by the rapidly growing demands for skilled career professionals in the water and wastewater industry, National University and Cuyamaca College will launch a new degree pathway program starting in February 2021. Developed in collaboration with regional employers, the new Bachelor of Public Administration degree with a concentration in Waterworks Management provides a seamless pathway for graduates […]
Tens of Thousands of San Diegans Are in Debt Over Their Water Bills
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /NBC7 San Diegoby Bob Hansen and Nicholas Kjeldgaard Quoted: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe coronavirus pandemic shook the economy of the United States and San Diego. More than 100,000 people in San Diego County lost their jobs last year, and many have made tough choices financially. That’s led, in part, to nearly a billion dollars in statewide water-bill debt, according to a new report from the state water board. “Folks are […]
Mulching for Water-Use Efficiency
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News NetworkEven though temperatures rarely drop below freezing in most parts of Southern California, many people overlook winter when it comes to caring for their native plants and traditional landscapes. There are many things that can help keep landscapes healthy and water-efficient, especially during the winter months when there is more natural rainfall. One of these things is […]