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Water Authority Board Votes to Support Federal Water Rate Assistance Program for Low-Income Households

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 […]

Water Authority Seeks to Transfer Water and Lower Costs

Despite receiving roughly half of normal rainfall this water year, the San Diego County Water Authority not only has plenty of water to meet regional demand for the foreseeable future but is seeking to transfer a limited amount of supplies to areas of the West with greater water scarcity. Selling or leasing water to other agencies will help offset the cost of multi-generational water investments by the region and address affordability challenges that are being felt by water agencies across the state and nation. By offering a limited amount of highly reliable water, the Water Authority can both retain water […]

Water Authority Wins $19.4 Million Federal Grant for Desal Plant Intake

The U.S. Department of the Interior has awarded the San Diego County Water Authority $19.4 million for permanent upgrades to the seawater intake at the Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “Securing federal funding is part of the Water Authority’s long-term strategy. Maintaining critical infrastructure ensures the continued delivery of safe and reliable water supplies while minimizing the financial impact to our ratepayers.” Water Authority Board Chair Mel Katz In total, Interior announced $142 million in grants for large-scale water recycling and desalination projects that will create additional water supply, increasing resilience and water security […]