San Diego County / Southern California
The latest news and analysis covering water issues in the San Diego County region and Southern California.
The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.
The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.
Water Quality Lab Team Rises to Coronavirus Pandemic Challenges
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News Network Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe coronavirus pandemic forced the City of Escondido’s Water Quality Laboratory to rethink its lab operations without compromising community health or employee wellbeing while ensuring the clean, safe, and efficient operation of the city. Through teamwork and creative thinking, the lab found success in maintaining its essential work. “Whether we have a pandemic or not, […]
Opinion: Customers are Paramount in Imperial Irrigation District COVID-19 Response
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Palm Springs Desert Sunby Norma Sierra GalindoThe situation with COVID-19 continues to evolve and is having a significant impact on our customers and community. IID is monitoring developments closely, and as an essential services provider, is open and well prepared to continue serving all its customers. On March 21, the IID Board of Directors adopted a resolution proclaiming a local emergency […]
Montecito Water District Poised to be Drought Proof
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Santa Barbara News-Pressby Christian WhittleThe Montecito Water District is set to be drought-proof by the summer, the district announced Monday. The progress is due to desalination and new rates, which the district’s board of directors received a status report on as well as a water supply agreement with the city of Santa Barbara during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday.
San Diego’s Infrastructure Problems Expected to Grow in COVID-19’s Wake
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /inewsource (San Diego)by Mary PlummerSan Diego’s infrastructure needs, which have ballooned over the past decade, have been a top priority of Mayor Kevin Faulconer’s administration. But as Faulconer enters the last eight months of his term, COVID-19 has thrown city finances off track and slowed his ability to tackle a long to-do list. That means many of San Diego’s […]