Category Archives: News Release

New MOU includes helping inland states tap San Diego’s supplies

Water Authority, Eastern Municipal Water District Join Forces to Benefit Ratepayers

Innovative agreement moves water from San Diego County to Riverside County

Draft Urban Water Management Plan released for public review

Carlsbad City Councilmember Joins Leadership Team at Critical Juncture

Board renews long-running program for special ag water rates

San Diego County Water Authority General Manager Dan Denham today issued a statement on multi-state negotiations to set operating guidelines for the Colorado River: “We are cautiously optimistic that consensus on the Post-2026 Guidelines remains possible. In the coming weeks, we will stay engaged in the process to ensure that any agreement fairly represents the San Diego region and other water users. Looking ahead, the Colorado River will continue to face challenges, but thanks to our region’s investments in climate resiliency, we are well-positioned to meet our water needs. We will continue to work with other states and California parties […]

Newly completed project was mandated by state to increase environmental protections

National program would help low-income households with bill assistance The Water Authority Board of Directors today voted to support a federal program that would provide financial assistance for water and wastewater bills to low-income households. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) Establishment Act, reintroduced by U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen of Illinois, would provide $500 million in annual funding through 2030. “Water isn’t a luxury – it’s a basic necessity, and no family should have to choose between keeping the lights on, food on the table, or keeping the tap running,” said Water Authority Board Chair Nick Serrano. “Whether it’s […]

The pioneering program has been educating San Diegans about water since 2014