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What's New

Below is a chronological list of what has been added to this website.

Some material may only be posted for a short period of time, so please check back frequently.

August 4, 2008 News Release: Water Authority Reinstates Synthetic Turf Incentive Program - U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission report indicates no lead exposure risk
July 23, 2008 News Release: State Approves Up to $25 Million Grants to Benefit San Diego Water Reliability
July 17, 2008 News Release: Statement from San Diego County Water Authority Board Chair Fern Steiner
calling for state leaders to place water bond on November ballot:
June 26, 2008 News Release: Water Authority Suspends Artificial Turf Incentive Program - Precautionary Move Made Following CDC Health Advisory
June 26, 2008 News Release: Water Authority Increases 2009 Water Rates to Secure Water Supply Reliability
Higher Supply Costs Drive Increased Water Rates
June 4, 2008 News Release: Governor’s Drought Declaration Underscores Urgent Call for Water Conservation
Water Authority actions over past several years designed to increase conservation and prepare for potential shortages
May 23, 2008 News Release: Saving water and money: Last chance for point-of-purchase voucher discounts - Water Authority announces shift to rebates July 1
May 12, 2008 News Release: Water Authority receives two awards for Coachella Canal Lining Project - Work honored by American Society of Civil Engineers and Western Council of Construction Consumers
May 5, 2008 News Release: World’s Largest Submerged Membrane Water Treatment Plant Operating at Twin Oaks Valley Near San Marcos - Water Authority holds ribbon-cutting to dedicate new facility
May 1, 2008 News Release: Water Authority to Launch Major Advertising Campaign Promoting Water Conservation - Cuts to Water Supplies Prompt Urgent Message of “Save it or Lose it”; Ads Start May 5
April 24, 2008 News Release: Standard & Poor's upgrades Water Authority credit rating to "AA+" -
Water Authority Board approves $625 million bond sale
April 24, 2008 News Release: Water Authority Board approves San Vicente Dam Raise of 117 Feet -
Combined reservoir expansion will provide 152,000 acre-feet of additional water storage
March 28, 2008 News Release: Water Authority Board approves model drought response conservation ordinance -
Local water agencies asked to adopt the ordinance
March 27, 2008 News Release: Water Authority to launch major advertising campaign to boost voluntary
conservation - Campaign aims to help achieve 2008 water savings goal of 56,000 acre-feet
March 20, 2008 News Release: Water Authority urges residents to prepare now for water saving this summer - Goal set to save 56,000 acre-feet of water through conservation in 2008
March 14, 2008 Media Advisory: Water Authority urges region to keep landscape irrigation system turned off - Wet weather eliminates need to water in many parts of the county
March 11, 2008 News Release: Water Authority releases Post Water Conservation Summit White Paper - White paper outlines implementation of long-range water conservation actions
February 26, 2008 News Release: Metropolitan, Water Authority Join Other Major U.S. Water Agencies to Form New National Climate Alliance - Collaboration and improved research key to coping with climate change
February 20, 2008 Media Advisory: Water Authority urges shutoff of irrigation systems during rainstorms - Wet weather should eliminate need to water landscapes for week or more
February 14, 2008 Media Advisory: Water Authority urges region to turn off landscape irrigation systems - Wet weather eliminates need to water in many parts of the county
January 25, 2008 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority sponsors water-energy partnership legislation - Bill would boost incentives for utilities and water agencies to create joint conservation programs
January 24, 2008 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority and Semitropic-Rosamond Water Bank Authority JPA Reach Historic Water Storage Agreement - Storage Location Important Piece of Water Authority’s Drought Management Program
January 23, 2008 Media Advisory: Water Authority urges region to turn off landscape watering in advance of storms - Wet weather forecast to last through next week
January 11, 2008 Media Advisory: Water Authority planning repair work in Mission Trails Regional Park - Project will repair a section of deteriorating pipe
January 3, 2008 Media Advisory : Water Authority urges region to turn off landscape watering in advance of storms - Rain could last in San Diego through Sunday
December 18, 2007 News Release: Water Authority urges region to turn off landscape watering in advance of storms - Rain could last in San Diego through Friday
December 12, 2007 News Release: Water Authority completes construction of brackish water wells - New local water supply will help triple output of city of Oceanside desalter facility starting in 2009
December 6, 2007 News Release: Water Authority Moves to Stage 2 of Drought Management Plan - Board approves steps to secure short-term water transfers and enhance conservation outreach
December 6, 2007 Media Advisory: Water Authority urges region to turn off landscape watering systems for a week - Coming rainfall gives residents and businesses opportunity to help save water
November 27, 2007 News Release: Low Initial Allocation for State Water Project Deliveries Reinforces Need for Conservation - Water deliveries could increase based on winter storm conditions
November 19, 2007 News Release: Water Authority Hires Public Affairs Representative for Imperial Valley - Former Imperial Valley Press reporter Darren Simon starts full-time January 2
November 2, 2007 News Release: Time to turn back the clocks and turn down the sprinkler systems - Water Authority urges reduction in fall landscape watering
October 29, 2007 News Release: Water Service Restored to Ramona; Do-Not-Drink Order Remains in Effect
September 26, 2007 News Release: Metropolitan Water District to Begin Fluoridation of Treated Water Supplies - San Diego County to receive fluoridated water beginning Nov. 5
September 19, 2007 News Release: Water Authority launches 20gallonchallenge.com to support conservation campaign - Web site invites people to pledge to save water; shares tips and water supply conditions
August 31, 2007 News Release: Federal judge orders massive cut in water supply deliveries from the Bay-Delta - California faces unprecedented water crisis as early as 2008
August 27, 2007 News Release: Public agencies make bidding easier for contractors - Ninth annual Paths to Partnerships Networking Forum showcases this effort
August 7, 2007 News Release: New Blueprint for Water Conservation guides Water Authority's water-saving efforts - Five-year plan outlines conservation programs and strategies for San Diego County
July 3, 2007 Urgent Media Advisory: Excessive heat taxes treatment plants: Water Authority issues urgent call for decreased water use
June 28, 2007 Water Authority Announces ‘20-Gallon Challenge’ for Voluntary Water Conservation - Residents, businesses urged to pitch in to stretch water supplies during historic dry conditions
June 28, 2007 News Release: Water Authority board approves $1.48 billion budget for fiscal years 2008 and 2009 - Board adopts water rates and charges for 2008

June 11, 2007 Media Advisory: Public input sought on draft 2007 Integrated Regional Water Management Plan - Comments will be accepted through July 13, 2007
June 1, 2007 News Release: Water Authority Urges Increased Conservation in Response to Temporary State Water Project Shutdown - Shutdown highlights need for long-term Delta fix
May 24, 2007 News Release: Governor appoints Water Authority board member Bill Knutson to Colorado River Board - Javier Saunders appointed as alternate member
May 24, 2007 News Release: County Grand Jury Commends Water Authority on Emergency Storage Project - ESP called "an affordable insurance policy"for the citizens and economy of San Diego County
May 8, 2007 News Release: Water Authority and Imperial Irrigation District settle arbitration over socioeconomic impacts from water transfer
May 1, 2007 Job Opening - Water Resources Specialist - Closes May 18
April 12, 2007 Job Opening - Principal Engineer - Closes May 4
April 12, 2007 Job Opening - Office Assistant II (Limited Duration Employment) - Closes April 20
April 9, 2007 News Release: All-American Canal Lining Project to Proceed - U.S. Ninth Circuit Court dismisses lawsuits and lifts injunction
April 6, 2007 Job Opening - Executive Administrative Assistant - Open until filled
March 29, 2007 Job Opening: Engineering Interns - Closes April 20
March 29, 2007 Job Opening: Engineering Technician I/II (Limited Duration Employment) - Closes April 13
March 29, 2007 Job Opening: Construction Administrator (Limited Duration Employment) - Closes April 11
March 28, 2007 News Release: Toilet discounts up to $165 for water-saving toilets won’t be around much longer - This Saturday, March 31 is last chance for homeowners
March 13, 2007 Job Opening: Student Internship - Closes March 23
March 2, 2007 Job Opening: Engineering/Right of Way Technician II - Closes March 19
March 1, 2007 News Release: Water Authority conservation program celebrates 15 years - More than a half million toilets installed, billions of gallons of water saved
Feb. 22, 2007 News Release: County residents support drought-tolerant, California-friendly landscapes - Public opinion survey shows strong support for water conservation and recycled water use.
Feb. 16, 2007 Job Opening - Office Assistant I - Finance Dept. (Part-time 31 hours per week) - Closes March 5
Feb. 15, 2007 Job Opening - Office Assistant II (Escondido Office)- Closes March 2
Feb. 5, 2007 Media Advisory: Water Authority Urges Local Residents to Beware of Water Agency Imposters
Editors Note: Imposter warning tip sheet included
Jan. 25, 2007 Job Opening - Engineering Technician I/II - Closes Feb. 9
Jan. 23, 2007 Job Opening - Electrical/Electronics Technician I/II - Closes Feb. 12
Jan. 19, 2007 Job Opening - Management Analyst - Closes Feb. 9
Jan. 12, 2007 Job Opening - Maintenance Worker I - Closes Jan. 29
Jan. 12, 2007 Job Opening - Senior Water Resources Specialist - Closes Jan. 29
Jan. 4, 2007 Job Opening - Engineering/Right of Way Technician II - Closes Jan. 22
Dec. 21, 2006 News Release: Toilet discounts up to $165 for water-saving toilets won’t be around much longer - March 31, 2007 is last chance for homeowners
Dec. 12, 2006 Job Opening - System Operator II - Open until filled
Dec. 11, 2006 News Release: Congress Acts to Restart Canal Lining Project - Bill on President’s Desk to End Litigation that Halted Project
Dec. 1, 2006 News Release: Water Authority board endorses Water Conservation Summit report - Water Authority to take lead in development of long-range conservation plan
Nov. 17, 2006 Job Opening - Human Resources Analyst - Closes Dec. 8
Nov. 15, 2006 Job Opening - Volunteer and Children's Program Coordinator - Open until filled
Nov. 3, 2006 Job Opening - Senior Maintenance Technician - Closes Nov.16
Oct. 23, 2006 News Release: Water Authority partners with State of California to support small business - Water industry forum features contracting opportunities for local business
Oct. 21, 2006 Job Opening - Senior Water Resource Specialist - Closes Nov. 6
Oct. 9, 2006 News Release: Water Authority hosts Paths to Partnership Forum - Water industry forum features contracting opportunities for local business
Sept. 15, 2006 Job Opening - Senior Engineering Technician - Closes Oct. 6
Aug. 31, 2006 Job Opening - Maintenance Worker (Two Positions) - Closes Sept. 15
Aug. 29, 2006 Job Opening - Public Affairs Manager - Closes Sept. 25
Aug. 25, 2006 Job Opening - System Maintenance Supervisor - Closes Sept. 15
Aug. 25, 2006 Job Opening - System Operator II - Open until filled
Aug. 25, 2006 Job Opening - Public Affairs Internship - Open until filled
Aug. 14, 2006 Job Opening - Information Systems Analyst (GIS) - Closes Aug. 28
Aug. 9, 2006 Job Opening - System Administration and Support Specialist - Closes Aug. 28
July 25, 2006 Job Opening - Water Resources Internship - Open until filled
July 15, 2006 URGENT Media Advisory - Water Authority issues urgent call for decreased water usage through next week - Increased water conservation throughout the county needed to avoid mandatory restrictions
July 14, 2006 Job Opening - Facilities Services Technician - Closes July 28
July 12, 2006 Media Advisory - Water Authority calls for increased water conservation efforts throughout the county - Water conservation during hot weather is key to maintaining treated water availability
July 10, 2006 Job Opening - Senior Water Resource Specialist (Environmental) - Closes July 28
July 6, 2006 Job Opening - Office Assistant - Closes July 12
June 21, 2006 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority Finds Small Leak in North County Pipeline - Ramona Municipal Water District calls on customers to temporarily eliminate unnecessary outdoor water use
June 20, 2006 Job Opening - Purchasing Technician I - Closes June 27
June 20, 2006 Job Opening - Electrical/Electronics Technician I/II - Closes July 6
June 16, 2006 Job Opening - Electrical/Electronics Supervisor - Closes June 30
June 16, 2006 Job Opening - Project Scheduler - Closes June 30
June 14, 2006 Job Opening - Fleet Maintenance Supervisor - Open until filled
June 14, 2006 Job Opening - Office Assistant II (Engineering) - Closes June 22
June 8, 2006 Job Opening - Senior Office Assistant - Closes June 22
June 8, 2006 Job Opening - Systems Administration and Support Specialist - Closes June 23
May 25, 2006 News Release: Water Authority board invests additional $1.3 million in water conservation programs - Emphasis shifts to outdoor water conservation
May 24, 2006: Job Opening - Assistant Management Analyst (Imported Water) - Closes June 12
May 23, 2006 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority Mission Trails pipeline repair update
May 3, 2006 Job Opening - Information Systems Analyst - Open until filled
April 27, 2006 News Release: Water Authority board moves forward on the All American Canal Lining Project - Board approves additional funds to complete canal-lining projects
April 21, 2006 Job Opening - Operations and Maintenance Manager - Closes May 18
April 20, 2006 Job Opening - Maintenance Worker I - Open until filled
April 20, 2006 Job Opening - Engineer P.E. (Civil) - Closes May 19
March 31, 2006 News Release: Draft EIRs issued for Mission Trails and Seawater Desalination projects -
Water Authority seeks public comment on draft environmental impact reports
March 28, 2006 News Release: Water Authority warns of summer strain on treated water supplies - Water conservation through summer will help alleviate supply shortages
March 23, 2006 News Release: Plan developed to avoid devastating impact of drought on county’s economy - Water Authority board receives draft drought management plan
March 16, 2006 Job Opening - Senior Information Systems Analyst - Open until filled
Feb. 13, 2006 Job Opening - Information Systems Analyst (GIS) - Closes Feb. 27
Feb. 12, 2006 News Release: Water Authority resumes deliveries of treated water - Shutdown shorted by three days
Feb. 9, 2006 Job Opening - Fleet Mechanic I/II - Open until filled
Feb. 7, 2006 News Release: Water Authority calls for increased water conservation over next 10 days - Treated water delivery shutdown and warm weather limit supplies, increase use
Feb. 6, 2006 To receive a copy of ADDENDUM #2 for the RFP: Groundwater Conjunctive Use Project, contact Debbie Espe at (858) 522-6734 or despe@sdcwa.org. Solicitation Due Date: Friday , March 10, 2006 at 4 p.m.
Feb. 6, 2006 Job Opening - Rate and Debt Administrator - Closes March 20
Jan. 24, 2006 Job Opening - Engineering Internships - Open until filled
Jan. 23, 2006 To receive a copy of ADDENDUM #1 for the RFP: Groundwater Conjunctive Use Project, contact Debbie Espe at (858) 522-6565 or despe@sdcwa.org.
Jan. 19, 2006 Job Opening - Accounting Technician - Closes Feb. 6
Jan. 12, 2006 News Release: Water Authority board approves landmark canal lining construction agreements - Project to provide 56,200 acre-feet of water annually to San Diego County for 110 years
Dec. 13, 2005 Request for Proposals: Groundwater Conjunctive Use Project - The San Diego County Water Authority (Water Authority) is seeking proposals from qualified entities for a potential partnership to implement groundwater conjunctive use project(s) for dry-year yield. Proposals must be received by the Water Authority on or before 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 24, 2006.
Dec. 6, 2005 News Release: Water Authority breaks ground on first ever water treatment plant - Event celebrated the kick off to Twin Oaks Valley Water Treatment Plant construction
Dec. 5, 2005 Job Opening - Student Internship (Junior or Senior College Level Class Standing) - Open until filled
Nov. 16, 2005 Job Opening - Fleet Mechanic I/II - Open until filled
Nov. 15, 2005 Job Opening - Bookkeeper (Water Conservation Garden) - Closes Dec. 2
Nov. 10, 2005 Job Opening - Office Assistant I - Closes Nov. 28
Oct. 24, 2005 News Release: Time to turn back the clocks and turn down the sprinkler systems - Water Authority urges reduction in fall landscape watering
Oct. 20, 2005 Job Opening - Engineer (P.E.) - Closes Nov. 14
Oct. 10, 2005 News Release: Water Authority hosts Paths to Partnerships Forum - Water industry forum features contracting opportunities for local businesses
Oct. 6, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information Systems Analyst (Geographic Information Systems) - Closes Oct. 24
Oct. 6 , 2005 Job Opening - Senior Engineer (Two Openings) - Closes Oct. 21
Oct. 5, 2005 Job Opening - Principal Water Resources Specialist - Closes Oct. 21
Sept. 26, 2005 Job Opening - Engineering Manager - Closes Oct. 10
Sept. 26, 2005 Job Opening - GIS Student Internships - Closes Oct. 14
Sept. 21, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information Systems Analyst (Web Technology) - Open until filled.
Sept. 19, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information Systems Analyst (Database Management) - Open until filled.
Sept. 16, 2005 Job Opening - Assistant Management Analyst - Closes Oct. 7
Sept. 8, 2005 News Release: Water Authority to build 100-million gallon per day water treatment plant - Board certifies environmental impact report and awards contract to CH2M Hill
Aug. 31, 2005 Media Advisory: Water Authority asks all of San Diego County to “Flex your Power AT THE TAP”- Residents’ and businesses’ water conservation efforts during hot weather is key to maintaining treated water availability
Aug. 31, 2005 Job Opening - Water Resources Manager - Closes Sept. 30
Aug. 31, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information Systems Analyst - Maximo
(Temporary for approximately six months, no benefits) - Closes Sept. 16
Aug. 31, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information Systems Analyst - Peoplesoft
(Temporary for approximately six months, no benefits) - Closes Sept. 16
Aug. 29, 2005 News Release: Water Authority hosts Paths to Partnerships Forum - Water industry forum features contracting opportunities for local businesses
Aug. 19, 2005 Media Advisory: San Diego County Water Authority to host workshop on energy issues for water agencies
Aug. 4, 2005 Job Opening - Government Relations Manager (Public Affairs) - Closes Sept. 2
Aug. 4, 2005 Job Opening - Assistant Management Analyst (Imported Water) - Closes Aug. 26
July 28, 2005 News Release: County residents support local water supply development over increasing imported water - Public opinion poll shows strong support for local seawater desalination and recycled water use
July 21, 2005 News Release: Water Authority begins San Vicente Pipeline project - Emergency Storage Project pipeline is the largest project in Water Authority’s history
July 7, 2005 Job Opening - System Administration and Support Specialist - Closes July 29
July 7, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information System Analyst (Web Technology) - Closes July 29
July 7, 2005 Job Opening - Senior Information System Analyst (Database Management) - Closes July 29
July 1, 2005 Job Opening - GARDEN OFFICE ASSISTANT (Water Conservation Garden) Part-time - Closes July 15
July 1, 2005 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT II (Human Resources) Applicants are required to fill out Water Authority job application and supplemental questionnaire - Closes July 15
July 1, 2005 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT II (General Counsels' Office) - Closes July 15
June 27, 2005 Job Opening - WATER RESOURCES MANAGER - Closes July 29
June 23, 2005 News Release: Water Authority board approves $1.338 billion budget for fiscal years 2006 and 2007 - Water treatment plant and major tunnel and pipeline among key funded projects
June 15, 2005 News Release: Water Authority receives 2005 Multi-Cultural Heritage Award - Small Contractor training programs honored at luncheon
June 2, 2005 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority Wetland Creation Project Completed - Restoration creates habitat for endangered species
May 25, 2005 Job Opening - SENIOR ENGINEER (Closes June 27)
May 18, 2005 Job Opening - GIS INTERNSHIP (Open until filled)
May 16, 2005 Job Opening - SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT SPECIALIST (Closes May 27)
May 04, 2005 Job Opening: - DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF FINANCE (Closes June 17)
April 20, 2005 Job Opening: - RIGHT OF WAY SUPERVISOR - Closes Sept. 23
April 19, 2005 News Release: Water Authority and city of Carlsbad reach agreement on seawater desalination project
March 23, 2005 News Release: Water Authority urges early conservation planning as the days get longer and warmer -
Preparation now can save water throughout the summer
March 8, 2005 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS / GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS INTERN (Closes March 31)
March 4, 2005 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS DIRECTOR (Closes April 6)
Feb. 18, 2005 News Release: Water Authority Voucher Program Provides Financial Incentives for Conservation - Smart Landscape program saves millions of gallons of water annually
Feb. 11, 2005 News Release: Water Authority project selected as 2005 ASCE international award finalist - Olivenhain Dam and Reservoir one of five merit award recipients worldwide
Feb. 3, 2005 Job Opening - SENIOR ENGINEER (Closes Feb. 28)
Feb. 3, 2005 Job Opening - Horticulture and Facilities Manager (Closes March 4)
January 21, 2005 News Release: Water Authority and Helix Water District dedicate new water delivery project - Newly completed pipeline to provide water to eastern and southern county communities
January 19, 2005 News Release: Water Authority Opens Imperial Valley Outreach Office - El Centro resident Grace Sesma to staff new office
January 18, 2005 Job Opening - INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER (Closes Jan. 31)
January 13, 2005 Job Opening - ASSISTANT PROJECT SCHEDULER (Closes Jan. 31)
December 10, 2004 Job Opening - MAINTENANCE WORKER I - Temporary (benefits after 1000 hours) - Escondido Facility (Closes Dec. 27)
December 10, 2004 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT I - Finance Department - Part-Time (Closes Dec. 17)
December 2, 2004 Job Opening - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - General Manager's Office (Closes Dec. 17)
November 29, 2004 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT - Public Affairs (Closes Dec. 10)
November 19, 2004 Job Opening - ENGINEERING/RIGHT OF WAY TECHNICIAN I I (Closes Dec. 13)
November 18, 2004 News Release: Water Authority takes another step to meet the region’s treated water demand - Regional treatment plant performance specifications approved by board of directors
November 8, 2004 Job Opening - SYSTEM OPERATOR II - Operations & Maintenance Department
Full Rotating Shift - Escondido Office (Open until filled)
October 28, 2004 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT II - Escondido Office (Closes Nov. 5)
October 28, 2004 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT II - Water Resources Department (Closes Nov. 4)
October 22, 2004 Job Opening - ENGINEER (P.E.) - supplemental information (Closes Nov. 12)
October 18, 2004 News Release: Turn back the clocks and turn down the sprinkler systems - Water Authority urges reduction in fall landscape watering
September 29, 2004 Job Opening - SAFETY OFFICER (Closes Oct. 22)
September 28, 2004 Job Opening - CONTROLLER - Finance Department (Closes Oct. 22)
September 23, 2004 Job Opening - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Finance Department (Closes Oct. 8)
September 22, 2004 2004-2005 Water Education Brochures for Elementary and Secondary Grades
September 20, 2004 Job Opening - EDUCATION AND EVENTS COORDINATOR (Closes Oct. 8)
September 10, 2004 News Release: Water Authority's Olivenhain Dam and Reservoir named "2003 Project of the Year" – APWA San Diego/Imperial Chapter honors local emergency storage project
September 1, 2004 Job Opening - ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ANALYST (Closes Sept. 20)
September 1, 2004 Job Opening - HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (Closes Sept. 24)
September 1, 2004 2010 Business Plan
August 26, 2004 News Release: Water Authority board approves capital financing plan for water reliability projects - Funding process set for seawater desalination, water treatment and increased water storage
August 12, 2004 News Release: Water Authority board authorizes new discussions on regional seawater desalination project - Agrees to Carlsbad’s request for meetings with key stakeholders
July 22, 2004 News Release: County residents strongly support seawater desalination - Public opinion survey shows strong support for water supply diversification
July 16, 2004 Job Opening - CLERK OF THE BOARD (Closes Aug. 6)
July 14, 2004 News Release: CA Supreme Court denies Water Authority appeal on preferential rights - San Diego County Water Authority water supply diversification plan will reduce exposure to shortages
July 12, 2004 Job Opening - ASSISTANT PROJECT SCHEDULER (Closes July 23)
June 24, 2004 News Release: Water Authority board approves addition of master plan water reliability projects - Seawater desalination, water treatment and increased water storage added to agency’s Capital Improvement Program
May 27, 2004 News Release: Water Authority member agencies recommend Seawater Desalination -
New supply from ocean centerpiece of nearly $2 billion Master Plan
May 19, 2004 Job Opening - SYSTEM OPERATOR II - 3 positions (Open until filled)
May 12, 2004 Job Opening - GARDEN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (Open until filled)
May 10, 2004 News Release: Water Authority’s Olivenhain Dam and Reservoir named “2003 Project of the Year” - San Diego Chapter of ASCE recognizes community benefit of unique project
May 4, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority petitions State Supreme Court on preferential rights - Water Authority seeks change to Metropolitan Water District’s water allocation formula
May 3, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority’s plan for future water reliability wins awards - Regional Water Facilities Master Plan takes top local and state honors
April 28, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority recognizes three Torrey Pines High School students - Science and Engineering Fair water projects take top honors
April 28, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority recognizes student Science Fair water projects - Rhoades School student receives first place honor
April 28, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority recognizes six local students - Science and Engineering Fair water projects take top honors
April 28, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority recognizes student Science Fair water projects - St. Francis of Assisi student receives second place honor
April 20, 2004 "Desalination: The Challenges and Opportunities for a New Water Supply"- Chairman Bernie Rhinerson's address to the Desalination Workshop, Santa Barbara, CA, April 16, 2004
April 15, 2004 Job Opening - RIGHT OF WAY INSPECTOR (Closes April 30)
April 08, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority board to appeal preferential rights decision - Water Authority seeks change to Metropolitan Water District’s water allocation formula
April 08, 2004 Job Opening - ENGINEER (P.E) (Closes May 21)
March 26, 2004 Job Opening - GARDEN OFFICE ASSISTANT (Closes April 9)
March 25, 2004 Job Opening - ENGINEER I (Closes April 9)
March 23, 2004 News Release: Maureen Stapleton honored as a Press Club “Headliner of the Year”
Water Authority general manager recognized for “Securing San Diego’s Water Future”
March 01, 2004 Job Opening - FINANCIAL PLANNING MANAGER (Open until filled)
February 27, 2004 Job Opening - SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT SPECIALIST (Closes March 5, 2004)
February 27, 2004 Job Opening - INFORMATION SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR (Closes March 12, 2004)
February 12, 2004 News Release: Bernie Rhinerson elected board chairman of the U.S. Desalination Coalition - San Diegan chosen to lead national coalition for desalination development
February 12, 2004 Job Opening - PRINCIPAL WATER RESOURCES SPECIALIST (ENVIRONMENTAL) (Closes March 8, 2004)
January 29, 2004 News Release: Water Authority board approves second power purchase deal with SDG&E - Pumped storage project to provide electricity during peak usage
January 29, 2004 News Release: Water Authority suspends talks with Poseidon Resources - Water Authority proceeds on studies for Water Authority project at Encina Power Station

January 15, 2004 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority Board Certifies SEIR for San Vicente Pipeline - Critical link in the Emergency Storage Project to begin construction in 2005
January 15, 2004 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS STUDENT INTERNSHIP (Closes Jan. 31, 2004)
December 19, 2003 Job Opening - ENGINEERING P.E. (Closes Feb. 6, 2004)
December 18, 2003 News Release: First water delivery consummates historic water transfer - First 10,000 acre-feet to flow into San Diego County by end of December
November 19, 2003 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority responds to Rancho Peñasquitos water spill
November 6, 2003 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority pipeline to be shut down for regular maintenance - Aqueduct Protection Program recognized as the industry standard for pipeline inspection
October 23, 2003 News Release: New contractor selected to complete Moreno-Lakeside Pipeline project - Archer Western Contractors selected for East County project
October 13, 2003 News Release: Water industry forum features opportunities for local businesses

October 10, 2003 Job Opening - ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II (Closes October 27, 2003)
October 10, 2003 News Release: Four agencies sign historic Colorado River deal - Quantification Settlement Agreement secures new, reliable water supply for San Diego County
October 9, 2003 News Release: Turn back the clocks and turn down the sprinkler systems - County Water Authority urges reduction in fall landscape watering
September 25, 2003 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority unanimously approves historic Colorado River deal - Board of Directors chooses option to receive additional water from canal lining projects

September 04, 2003 News Release: Water Authority dedicates new Olivenhain Dam and Reservoir - Reservoir to provide emergency water supply to region
August 29, 2003 Job Opening - RECEPTIONIST (Closes September 12, 2003)
August 28, 2003 News Release: Water Authority to continue study of water treatment capacity enhancement - Board to determine the need for new treatment plant by year's end
August 28, 2003 News Release: News Release 8/28/03: Water Authority advocates federal funding for seawater desalination - Board supports U.S. House bill to fund development of seawater desalination
August 27, 2003 Job Opening - OFFICE ASSISTANT II (Closes September 10, 2003)
August 27, 2003 Job Opening - ENGINEERING STUDENT INTERNSHIPS (Open until filled)
August 25, 2003 San Vicente Pipeline Project - Subsequent Environmental Impact Report
August 21, 2003 News Release: MWD Rejection Threatens Historic Colorado River Accord - The last-minute rejection of a historic Colorado River accord Wednesday by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California threatens to end hopes for lasting peace and certainty over Colorado River water reliability.
August 06, 2003 Olivenhain Dam and Reservoir Initial Fill... Making History
August 06, 2003 Administrative Code (Recodified) - regulations adopted by the Water Authority's board of directors governing Water Authority property, contracts, business, operations and other matters.
July 31, 2003 Job Opening - ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II (Closes August 18, 2003)
July 31, 2003 Job Opening - ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II - Temporary (Closes August 18, 2003)
July 24, 2003 News Release: San Diego County residents support water supply diversification - Public opinion survey shows strong support for seawater desalination and water transfer
July 03, 2003 News Release: QSA remains most reliable path for California's Colorado River Supplies - Federal Part 417 action could lead to decades of supply uncertainty and litigation
June 26, 2003 News Release: Seawater desalination to be studied at San Onofre - Water Authority board approves memorandum with Southern California Edison
June 26, 2003 News Release: Agencies Release Quantification Settlement Agreement Funding Plan - QSA water agencies commit $30 million more for environmental mitigation
May 22, 2003 News Release: Water Authority moves forward on seawater desalination - Agency launches environmental review and design process
May 22, 2003 News Release: Metropolitan Water District "Water Supplies Report" found inadequate - Water Authority board questions report's accuracy
May 22, 2003 News Release: Water Authority supports QSA legislation - Water Authority board unanimously adopts position of support for SB 117 and SB 317
May 16, 2003 Job Opening - ENGINEER P.E. (Closes June 16, 2003)
May 13, 2003 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE II (Closes May 21, 2003)
April 16, 2003 Landscape and Water Symposium - May 16, 2003
April 15, 2003 News Release: Water Authority presents a water magic show to children of military families at Miramar - “Splashtastic” Magic Show is part of the Month of the Military Child.
March 27, 2003 News Release: Water Authority board passes resolution supporting QSA-related legislative action - Board urges member agencies and local communities to join effort
March 22, 2003 Job Opening - SENIOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE (Closes April 4, 2003)
March 20, 2003 March 27, 2003 Board Agenda and Documents
March 19, 2003 Job Opening - SMALL CONTRACTOR PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE (Closes April 7, 2003)
March 19, 2003 Job Opening - SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER (Closes April 15, 2003)
March 17, 2003 Job Opening - SYSTEMS OPERATOR II (Closes April 9, 2003)
March 6, 2003 Job Opening - FINANCIAL PLANNING MANAGER repost (Closes March 17, 2003)
February 28, 2003 Job Opening - STOREKEEPER I (Closes March 21, 2003)
February 28, 2003 Small Contractor Business Skills Training Program - COURSE DATES: March 11, 2003 - June 23, 2003
February 27, 2003 News Release: Water Authority To Join U.S. Desalination Coalition - Water Authority Board Approves Membership in Desalination Coalition
February 11, 2003 Paths to Partnerships SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (Applications must be postmarked no later than March 21, 2003)
February 10, 2003 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS INTERNSHIP (Closes Feb. 28, 2003)
February 7, 2003 Regional Water Facilities Master Plan - DRAFT Report
January 24, 2003 Job Opening - FLEET MECHANIC II RE-POSTING (Closes Feb. 14, 2003)
January 23, 2003 News Release: Diversification a key goal of Water Facilities Master Plan - Water Authority Board Considers Seawater Desalination's Role in Future Water Reliability
January 15, 2003 News Release: Historic Water Transfer Agreement Documents Finalized - County Water Authority and Imperial Irrigation District ink landmark water deal
January 06, 2003 Job Opening - SYSTEMS OPERATOR II - Operations & Maintenance Department - Escondido Office (Closes Jan. 13, 2003)
December 31, 2002 News Release: Historic Water Transfer Agreement Gets Final Approval as QSA Falters - With Key QSA Deadline Missed, California Faces Loss of Nearly 620,000 acre-feet of Colorado River Supplies; Work on QSA May Continue
December 23, 2002 Job Opening - FINANCIAL PLANNING MANAGER (Closes Jan. 31, 2003)
December 20, 2002 2002-03 Budget
December 20, 2002 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2002
December 19, 2002 News Release: Water Authority General Manager Given Authority to Complete Water Transfer Agreement
December 16, 2002 News Release: Water Authority elects new officers to board of directors
December 16, 2002 News Release: Water Authority Board Expands Conservation Efforts - Emphasis placed on landscape conservation
December 06, 2002 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE I - Temporary position for 18 months with benefits (Closes December 20, 2002)
December 05, 2002 December 12, 2002 Board Agenda and Documents
November 14, 2002 News Release: Water Authority Board Approves Desalination Term Sheet - Final agreement expected in early 2003
November 14, 2002 Job Opening - FLEET MECHANIC II (Closes November 27, 2002)
November 8, 2002 News Release: Water Authority Pipelines to be Shut Down for Regular Maintenance - Water deliveries to business and residential water customers will be unaffected
November 7, 2002 November 14, 2002 Board Agenda and Documents
November 4, 2002 Sprinkler Index - guide to help people adjust watering schedules for landscape irrigation controllers (timers)
October 31, 2002 Job Opening - INFORMATION SYSTEMS COORDINATOR (Closes November 20, 2002)
October 28, 2002 Job Opening - ENGINEERING INTERNSHIPS - Junior or Senior College Level Class Standing (Closes November 25, 2002)
October 28, 2002 Job Opening - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Water Resources (Closes November 15, 2002)
October 24, 2002 News Release: County Water Authority Board Approves QSA Term Sheet
Water transfer agreement conditions specified
October 24, 2002 New Release: County Water Authority Board Approves Expanded Water Treatment Options - Authority revises treated water policies and explores construction of treatment facility
October 24, 2002 Job Opening - RIGHT OF WAY AGENT (Closes November 25, 2002)
October 23, 2002 News Release: Turn back the clocks and turn down the sprinkler systems - County Water Authority urges fall reduction in landscape watering
October 18, 2002 Job Opening - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST (Closes November 5, 2002)
October 18, 2002 Job Opening - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (Closes November 5, 2002)
October 16, 2002 News Release: Agreement Reached on Landmark Colorado River Water Accords - Hertzberg-Led Negotiations Produce Agreements on Imperial-San Diego Water Transfer and Quantification Settlement Agreement

October 02, 2002 News Release: Water industry forum features opportunities for local businesses

September 27, 2002 News Release: San Diego County Water Authority Board Endorses Proposition 50 - State bond would help with water transfer agreement
September 27, 2002 News Release: Water Authority Board Approves Conservation Awareness Campaign
September 19, 2002 Job Opening - PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE II - Community Relations (Closes October 9, 2002)
September 12, 2002 Job Opening - ENGINEERING STUDENT INTERNSHIPS (Closes October 4, 2002)
August 30, 2002 Job Opening - Office Assistant I - temp. position not to extend past May 31, 2003 (closes September 17, 2002)
August 30, 2002 Job Opening - Financial Planning Manager (closes September 27, 2002)
August 27, 2002 Job Opening STUDENT INTERNSHIP - Environmental Health & Safety/Hazardous Material Management (open until filled)
August 26, 2002 News Release:Water Authority Proposes Restructured Water Transfer Agreement -
Up-front Funding, No Permanent Fallowing, and Key Assurances for Imperial Valley at Heart of Proposal that Restructures First 15 Years of the Deal
August 22, 2002 News Release: State could adopt new low-water-use efficiency standards for residential clothes washers - California would be first state to adopt measure
August 22, 2002 Job Opening Water Resources Internship (open until filled)
August 22, 2002 Job Opening Web Technology Analyst (closes September 13, 2002)
August 15, 2002 Job Opening Senior Civil Engineer (closes September 12, 2002)
August 13, 2002 Job Opening Director of Public Affairs (closes August 23, 2002)
August 8, 2002 Job Opening Engineer (P.E.) Civil (closes August 29, 2002)
August 1, 2002 Job Opening Office Assistant I - Engineering Department (closes August 12, 2002)
July 29, 2002 Job Opening STUDENT INTERNSHIP - Environmental Health & Safety/Hazardous Material Management (closes August 9, 2002)
July 19, 2002 Final EIR- Rancho Penasquitos Pressure Control & Hydroelectric Facility
July 18, 2002 News Release: Second round of testing confirms water safety
July 17, 2002 News Release: Authority Testing Water Supply - Local agencies reporting no water quality problems
July 16, 2002 Job Opening Project Control Technician (closes August 2, 2002)
July 11, 2002 Job Opening Maintenance Worker I (closes July 26, 2002)
July 11, 2002 Job Opening Program Control Manager (closes July 26, 2002)
July 03, 2002 News Release: Water Authority presents xeriscape garden awards at San Diego County Fair
July 02, 2002 News Release: Water authority approves $479.9 million budget for fiscal year 2002-2003
July 02, 2002 News Release: Water authority revises rate structure
June 19, 2002 News Release: Residents, businesses reminded to save water
June 11, 2002 2001 Member Agency Water Rate Survey
May 28, 2002 News Release: Water Authority conservation program named best in Southwest
May 28, 2002 News Release: Water Authority provides 16 students with $1,000 scholarships
May 28, 2002 News Release: Water Authority earns credit rating upgrade from Standard & Poor's - Upgrade could save agency $220,000 annually
May 24, 2002 Job opening Deputy General Manager
May 17, 2002 Rating Agency/Bond Insurer Presentation
May 15, 2002 Job opening, Administrative Assistant (closes June 7, 2002)
April 24, 2002 ESP Update newsletter
April 24, 2002 ESP/ Olivenhain Dam community notices and meeting summaries
April 19, 2002 ESP/ Olivenhain Dam community notices and meeting summaries
April 8, 2002 News Release: Water Authority to refund $7.159 million to member agencies
March 29, 2002 News Release: April 4 Hearing Ensures Public Input on Water Transfer
March 22, 2002 Job opening, Receptionist (closes April 6, 2002)
March 22, 2002 Job opening, Engineer (P.E.) Civil
March 18, 2002 Draft EIR, Rancho Penasquitos Pressure Control & Hydroelectric Facility
March 14, 2002 Agricultural Water Management Plan approved
March 6, 2002 Job opening Office Assistant I in General Counsel's office
February 27, 2002 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report Fiscal Year Ended 6/30/01
February 22, 2002 Job opening Senior Civil Engineer (closes 3/25/02)
February 22, 2002 Added H2Ouse Virtual Water Saver Home link to Conservation page
February 20, 2002 2000-2001 SDCWA Annual Report
February 15, 2002 Updated Long-Term Debt page
February 6, 2002 Updated Short-Term Debt pages
February 6, 2002 Job opening Engineer (P.E.) Civil (closes 2/28/02)
January 30, 2002 Added Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2002
January 3, 2002 Job opening Electrician (closes 1/25/02)
January 3, 2002 Job opening EBE Manager (closes 1/22/02)
January 3, 2002 Job opening Public Affairs Representative I (closes 1/25/02)
December 26, 2001 Added Fiscal Year 2001 Long Range Financing Plan
December 18, 2001 Agricultural Water Management Plan Draft
December 6, 2001 News Release: Water Authority receives $300,000 grant from CALFED
December 6, 2001 News Release: Water Authority to return $8.7 million to its member agencies
December 3, 2001 Added ESP public meeting information
November 9, 2001 News Release: Senate Committee hears of environmental impacts to Colorado River Plan
November 6, 2001 CIP Annual Report, 2000-2001
November 6, 2001 Assemblyman Wyland's Legislative Roundtable on Nov. 8
July 2001 SDCWA redesigns its web site!