WATERSOURCE
June 6, 2020
San Diego Region on Track to Receive $15 Million for Water Projects
Several regional water supply projects in San Diego County are on track to receive a total of more than $15 million from the California Department of Water Resources, pending a final decision on the grants this summer. In San Diego County, the grant funds would support local agencies to advance conservation, environmental enhancements, water purification, and other initiatives.
Water Utility Hero of the Week: Erick Del Bosque, Sweetwater Authority

The Water News Network is highlighting water utility employees in the San Diego region working during the coronavirus pandemic to ensure a safe, reliable and plentiful water supply. This week's hero is Sweetwater Authority Engineering Manager Erick Del Bosque, who says working from home has occasional challenges.
Water Recycling Project to Expand San Diego Region's Local Supply

A water recycling project that will purify treated wastewater into drinking water for East San Diego County is moving toward its completion date after the Helix Water District Board of Directors authorized the signing of water purchase agreements. The East County Advanced Water Purification Project is expected to be operational by 2026.
Hydro Station Goes Virtual for Innovation Week 2020

The Chula Vista Elementary School District's "Innovation Week 2020" offered live science education events online in late May. The activities included a Hydro Station lesson about groundwater aquifers. The educational space is operated as a joint partnership between the Chula Vista Elementary School District, the Otay Water District, and the Sweetwater Authority.
Water Authority Board Supports Protections for Ratepayers and Property Owners

The San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors on May 28 voted to support a comprehensive evaluation of the impacts of detachment proposals by the Rainbow and Fallbrook water districts to ensure that ratepayers and property owners in those districts and the rest of the county are protected from potential impacts and given a meaningful opportunity to engage in the process.
In these uncertain times, there are still some things in the region that you can count on. That includes a clean, reliable and convenient supply of water delivered straight to your tap 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.