North County Water and Wastewater Agencies Receive Statewide Award for Community Engagement

Encinitas, Calif. — Today, Olivenhain Municipal Water District, San Elijo Joint Powers Authority, and Leucadia Wastewater District received California Water Environment Association’s statewide award for Community Engagement and Outreach Program of the Year. The award recognizes the success of the agencies’ 2025 Water Career Day.

The Water Career Day event brought together water and wastewater professionals, high school and community college students, and military veterans. Participants explored various career paths through interactive stations and demonstrations.