San Diego County Water Authority Board Chair Nick Serrano has appointed new leadership for the Board’s committees and regional boards. These positions are responsible for running vital committees that impact all aspects of the Water Authority’s operations and representing the Water Authority on key regional bodies. “I am proud to announce these appointments, which reflect […]
Encinitas, Calif. — At today’s Olivenhain Municipal Water District board meeting, Matthew R. Hahn assumed the position of president of the Board of Directors. Mr. Hahn will serve as president for the 2025-2026 term. Initially elected to the board in 2022, Mr. Hahn represents Division 4 of OMWD’s service area, which includes the 4S Ranch […]
San Diego business and civic leader Mel Katz was seated today as San Diego County Water Authority’s newest representative on the board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Katz has served on the Water Authority’s board of directors since 2018, representing the city of Del Mar and served as chair from […]
The Padre Dam Municipal Water District swore in Kim Hales as its newest member of the Board of Directors on December 9, 2024. Incumbent director Suzanne Till was also sworn in for her second term on the District’s Board of Directors, and will continue serving as the Board’s Vice President. Hales and Till were elected […]
Encinitas, Calif. — Scott Maloni was sworn in today as the newest member of Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors. Voters in OMWD’s Division 2—consisting of communities in Carlsbad and Encinitas— overwhelmingly selected Mr. Maloni as their representative to the Board of Directors in the November 5 general election. “The Olivenhain Municipal Water District […]
For the second year in a row, the San Diego County Water Authority and its partners have struck a deal to conserve water in Lake Mead, support the long-term sustainability of the Colorado River and save local ratepayers money. The agreements between the Water Authority, the Imperial Irrigation District, and the Metropolitan Water District, with […]
Encinitas, Calif. — At its November 6 meeting, OMWD’s Board of Directors honored Board Secretary Larry Watt for 12 years of dedicated service to its ratepayers. Mr. Watt did not seek reelection for another term, and this was his last meeting as a board member. “Mr. Watt will be missed,” said Board President Christy Guerin. […]
Encinitas, Calif. — At its November 6 board meeting, Olivenhain Municipal Water District recognized six community members with “Pure Excellence” awards. The winners—HASA, Inc., Begone Graffiti, Ariel Reed, Walter Haslop, The Grauer School, and Larry Watt—were acknowledged for their significant contributions to OMWD and the local community. “Tonight, we celebrate our 2024 honorees who are […]
Encinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on October 16 to receive comments on proposed water charges. The proposed charges would increase a residential customer’s bill with average usage by less than five percent, beginning January 1, 2025. OMWD buys all of its drinking water supply from […]
Encinitas, Calif. — At its annual conference today, California Special Districts Association honored Olivenhain Municipal Water District with its Exceptional Outreach and Advocacy Award for OMWD’s engagement with legislators and policymakers. “OMWD is honored to be recognized for our efforts shaping water policy, representing our ratepayers at the state and federal levels, and collaborating with […]
Santee, Calif. – The East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority (Authority) plans to issue approximately $433,235,000 in tax exempt, fixed rate notes on September 4, 2024. The Notes are being issued to finance, on an interim basis, a portion of the design, construction, and development costs of the East County Advanced Water Purification […]
On Thursday, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) Chairman Adán Ortega and Interim General Manager Deven Upadhyay addressed collaboration between two of the largest wholesale water agencies in Southern California in light of MWD’s major long-term planning effort. This process aims to chart a course for meeting Southern California’s water resource management needs while […]
Spring Valley, Calif. – The Otay Water District announced at its Aug. 7 board meeting that it will fill its division one board vacancy through an appointment process. The application deadline for candidates interested in filling the seat is Monday, August 26, 2024, by 5 p.m. The vacancy occurred following the resignation, effective Aug. 2, […]
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity for emerging leaders throughout San Diego County to join the Citizens Water Academy and get an up-close understanding of our most important resource. Over multiple sessions participants will learn firsthand about critical water issues affecting the region and go behind the scenes with water managers, planners, and engineers to […]
Encinitas, Calif.— Olivenhain Municipal Water District, in partnership with Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District, invites the public to attend a free workshop on permaculture gardening and wildfire safety. This workshop will be held on August 15 at 5:30 p.m. at Elfin Forest Interpretive Center Honoring Susan J. Varty located at 8833 Harmony Grove Road […]
Board Chair Announces Committee Leadership for 2025-2026
/in Achievements, Agency News, Features /by Jordan BeaneSan Diego County Water Authority Board Chair Nick Serrano has appointed new leadership for the Board’s committees and regional boards. These positions are responsible for running vital committees that impact all aspects of the Water Authority’s operations and representing the Water Authority on key regional bodies. “I am proud to announce these appointments, which reflect […]
Matthew R. Hahn Named President of OMWD’s Board of Directors
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif. — At today’s Olivenhain Municipal Water District board meeting, Matthew R. Hahn assumed the position of president of the Board of Directors. Mr. Hahn will serve as president for the 2025-2026 term. Initially elected to the board in 2022, Mr. Hahn represents Division 4 of OMWD’s service area, which includes the 4S Ranch […]
Representing Water Authority, Director Katz Joins MWD Board
/in Agency News, Features, Home Headline, News, WaterSmart Living /by Jordan BeaneSan Diego business and civic leader Mel Katz was seated today as San Diego County Water Authority’s newest representative on the board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Katz has served on the Water Authority’s board of directors since 2018, representing the city of Del Mar and served as chair from […]
Padre Dam Swears In New Board Member, Returning Incumbent
/in Agency News, News /by Gayle FalkenthalThe Padre Dam Municipal Water District swore in Kim Hales as its newest member of the Board of Directors on December 9, 2024. Incumbent director Suzanne Till was also sworn in for her second term on the District’s Board of Directors, and will continue serving as the Board’s Vice President. Hales and Till were elected […]
Scott Maloni Sworn in as Olivenhain Municipal Water District Board Director
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif. — Scott Maloni was sworn in today as the newest member of Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors. Voters in OMWD’s Division 2—consisting of communities in Carlsbad and Encinitas— overwhelmingly selected Mr. Maloni as their representative to the Board of Directors in the November 5 general election. “The Olivenhain Municipal Water District […]
Innovative Water Deal Deliver Benefits to Regional Ratepayers
/in Agency News, Features, News, Uncategorized, WaterSmart Living /by Jordan BeaneFor the second year in a row, the San Diego County Water Authority and its partners have struck a deal to conserve water in Lake Mead, support the long-term sustainability of the Colorado River and save local ratepayers money. The agreements between the Water Authority, the Imperial Irrigation District, and the Metropolitan Water District, with […]
OMWD Board Recognizes Outgoing Member Larry Watt for 12 Years of Public Service
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif. — At its November 6 meeting, OMWD’s Board of Directors honored Board Secretary Larry Watt for 12 years of dedicated service to its ratepayers. Mr. Watt did not seek reelection for another term, and this was his last meeting as a board member. “Mr. Watt will be missed,” said Board President Christy Guerin. […]
OMWD Honors 2024 “Pure Excellence” Award Winners
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif. — At its November 6 board meeting, Olivenhain Municipal Water District recognized six community members with “Pure Excellence” awards. The winners—HASA, Inc., Begone Graffiti, Ariel Reed, Walter Haslop, The Grauer School, and Larry Watt—were acknowledged for their significant contributions to OMWD and the local community. “Tonight, we celebrate our 2024 honorees who are […]
OMWD Board Will Hold Public Hearing on October 16 on Proposed Water Charges That Would Impact the Average Residential Customer Bill by Less Than Five Percent
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif. — Olivenhain Municipal Water District will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on October 16 to receive comments on proposed water charges. The proposed charges would increase a residential customer’s bill with average usage by less than five percent, beginning January 1, 2025. OMWD buys all of its drinking water supply from […]
OMWD Receives Award for Exceptional Advocacy
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif. — At its annual conference today, California Special Districts Association honored Olivenhain Municipal Water District with its Exceptional Outreach and Advocacy Award for OMWD’s engagement with legislators and policymakers. “OMWD is honored to be recognized for our efforts shaping water policy, representing our ratepayers at the state and federal levels, and collaborating with […]
East County Advanced Water Program Joint Powers Authority $433,235,000 Tax-Exempt Interim Notes (Green Bonds)
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalSantee, Calif. – The East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority (Authority) plans to issue approximately $433,235,000 in tax exempt, fixed rate notes on September 4, 2024. The Notes are being issued to finance, on an interim basis, a portion of the design, construction, and development costs of the East County Advanced Water Purification […]
Water Authority Welcomes MWD Chair to Discuss Regional Water Future
/in Achievements, Agency News, Colorado River Basin, Features /by Jordan BeaneOn Thursday, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) Chairman Adán Ortega and Interim General Manager Deven Upadhyay addressed collaboration between two of the largest wholesale water agencies in Southern California in light of MWD’s major long-term planning effort. This process aims to chart a course for meeting Southern California’s water resource management needs while […]
Otay Water District to Fill Division One Vacancy Through Appointment Process
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalSpring Valley, Calif. – The Otay Water District announced at its Aug. 7 board meeting that it will fill its division one board vacancy through an appointment process. The application deadline for candidates interested in filling the seat is Monday, August 26, 2024, by 5 p.m. The vacancy occurred following the resignation, effective Aug. 2, […]
Application Period Now Open for the Fall 2024 Citizens Water Academy
/in Agency News, Uncategorized /by Jordan BeaneDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity for emerging leaders throughout San Diego County to join the Citizens Water Academy and get an up-close understanding of our most important resource. Over multiple sessions participants will learn firsthand about critical water issues affecting the region and go behind the scenes with water managers, planners, and engineers to […]
Cultivate and Protect: Free Permaculture Gardening and Wildfire Preparedness Workshop
/in Agency News /by Gayle FalkenthalEncinitas, Calif.— Olivenhain Municipal Water District, in partnership with Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District, invites the public to attend a free workshop on permaculture gardening and wildfire safety. This workshop will be held on August 15 at 5:30 p.m. at Elfin Forest Interpretive Center Honoring Susan J. Varty located at 8833 Harmony Grove Road […]