Western Municipal Water District

84 years ago today, the made its first water delivery. One of CA’s largest infrastructure projects, it provides water for 70% of the top counties in the state. More on infrastructure at QuenchCA.com

Don't leave the house without your reusable water bottle this weekend☀️ 😎 Whether you're going on a walk or running errands, having tap water readily available is always a good idea!

Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your tap water exceeds all water quality standards. No filters or purifying systems are necessary for safe, high-quality hydration💧 But don't just take our word for it! Discover the facts in our latest water quality report at WesternWaterCA.Gov/CCR.

Western Water recently launched a new leak detection notification program designed to help you reduce water waste👀 Here's how it works⬇️

1️⃣ Early alert system🚨
- Our program alerts us if your water meter detects continuous water flow for more than 48 hours. This helps us identify potential leaks in or around your property, from minor drips to major leaks.

2️⃣ Timely customer notification🔔
- If a leak is detected, we'll promptly contact you to inform you of the issue. This proactive approach allows you to address leaks quickly, preventing water waste and potential property damage.

3️⃣ Educational videos
To further support our customers, we've created a “How to” video series on YouTube. These videos will guide you through identifying water leaks and understanding the different types of leaks that can occur. View these helpful videos by visiting: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvCG7ARSIq6HRL4KHpptGoYp93CcV66IZ.

While we hope you never have to deal with a leak, we're committed to actively notifying and educating our customers. Together, we can save money and protect our precious water resources🤝

🌟 We’re hiring🌟Are you a public finance pro with a knack for turning complex financial info into clear, compelling information? Do you thrive on collaboration and strategic team development? If you’re looking for more than just a job, you might be our next Assistant General Manager / Chief Financial Officer!

Apply now: WesternWaterCA.gov/Careers🎉💧

Ever think about the incredible journey water takes?👀💧Starting at the snow-capped mountains, traveling through rivers & reservoirs, and ending at your home. infrastructure makes that journey possible! Learn more: QuenchCA.com 🗻

Add a reusable water bottle to your back to school shopping list📝 Sending your kids to school with reusable bottles full of tap water is the best way to make sure they’re staying hydrated all day long 💧 Psst. send us a DM if you want to come into our office to claim a Western Water sticker for your reusable bottle 👀🙃

🤔 Have you ever heard of PFAS, also referred to as, “forever chemicals?”

🧬 PFAS are more than 12,000 chemicals that persist in the environment due to their chemical structure. They can be found in various consumer products and find their way into our water sources through various ways. 💧

✅ But we're on it! We’re diligently working to protect your water quality. 💦

🔗 To learn how we’re protecting your water quality or learn more about PFAS, visit: iewaterpartners.com

🔗 For questions about your water, visit: WesternWaterCA.Gov

During our team-building event last week, we
celebrated some amazing milestones and accomplishments that have taken place this past year🌟

From transformative state-wide efforts and innovative development projects to exceptional teamwork and customer support—our collective efforts continue to make a difference to the nearly 1 million people we serve in Southwest Riverside County 💧

We can’t wait to see all of the achievements to come this next year ✨

For Month, highlights the infrastructure that provides high-quality and safe water. Learn more: QuenchCA.com

The 53rd Western-San Bernardino Annual Report of the Watermaster—a collaboration between Western Water and San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District—was successfully filed with the court this week 🤝💧

The first of these reports was filed in 1969 and its goal was (and continues to be) to provide a way to track water resources and ensure sustainability in the Upper Santa Ana River Watershed👏

To this day the Judgment guides many of Western Water’s water resources partnerships, agreements, and projects, as 40% of Western Water’s supply comes from local groundwater 🌱💧

Reviewing your billing statement will help you understand the value that Western Water provides through the delivery of safe, reliable water and wastewater (sewer) services🚰 Understanding how your water budget is calculated and how to read your billing statement will also help you make informed choices about water use💧 Learn more: WesternWaterCA.Gov/readingyourbill.

There’s been a lot of memorable moments during the Olympics so far💧From the happy tears in the tennis courts and cat naps during gymnastics to (our favorite) watching athletes fuel themselves with reusable waterbottles—it’s been fun cheering everyone on from afar👏😴 Swipe to see some our favorite pictures that we thought needed some added *water district* commentary😬 What’s been your favorite Olympic moment so far?!

Remember to cover your pool, especially on warm sun-filled days☀️ Uncovered pools can lose up to 1,000 gallons of water or more each month due to evaporation.💧

Only a 3 days left to enter the Keep Riverside Clean & Beautiful (KRCB) raffle where you could win a $15,000 Waterwise Landscape Makeover💧

➡️Enter now and purchase tickets at:http://www.krcb.com/pdf/WLM2024.pdf

➡️For more information call: (951) 683-7100 ext. 204, or visit http://www.krcb.com

The water delivered to your home undergoes rigorous testing to meet the highest quality standards 🌟

🧪 Our water agencies go above and beyond, performing an average of 45,000 rigorous water quality tests annually to deliver water that meets the stringent drinking water standards set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California regulations. ✨

💧 Your safety is our top priority! So, you can remain confident in the quality of water you receive. 💦

🔗 To dive into our commitment to quality or learn more about PFAS, visit: iewaterpartners.com

🔗 For questions about your water, visit: WesternWaterCA.Gov

Shout out to our dedicated water quality team 📣 They take daily water samples from more than 175 locations throughout our service area to make sure your water exceeds all state and federal standards ✔️ 🚰 Learn more by visiting WesternWaterCA.Gov/WaterQuality 💧

Last week, our water efficiency team, along with its regional partners, visited Altman Plants to observe their award-winning water recycling system in action🌱

Their recycling system saves up to 180,000,000 gallons of water annually by capturing, filtering and reusing nursery water runoff 💧

By prioritizing education and technological innovation in water conservation our goal is to help other businesses achieve sustainable water use practices, like Altman Plants👏

If you are a business looking to make water-efficiency upgrades, be sure to check out the different funding opportunities with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California . They offer a variety of incentives to help businesses make water-efficient upgrades beyond the district’s standard rebate programs. To learn more, visit: www.mwdh2o.com/planning-for-tomorrow/funding-opportunities 🛠️

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Western Water released its 2023 water quality report💧 Western continues to meet or exceed all stringent drinking water quality standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency and State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water. To read the full report, visit WesternWaterCA.Gov/CCR.

2024’s storms put infrastructure to work👏 Most major reservoirs in the state reached 110% of the historical average💧That’s infrastructure in action! Storing water when we have it to use when we don’t. Learn more: QuenchCA.com

By 2050, Californians could lose up to 9 million acre-feet of water according to The Sacramento Bee‘s latest article 📰

California must take immediate action to ensure our region has a sustainable, reliable water supply it needs 🤝

We need these long-term water supply targets to drought-proof California's water supply and secure a sustainable future for cities, agriculture, industries, and the environment🌱 💧

To learn more visit, https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/article290395289.html or https://www.yahoo.com/news/california-could-lose-9-million-120000667.

For information about SB 366 visit, CaWaterForAll.com.

California could lose up to 9 million acre-feet of water by 2050. Here’s what can be done | Opinion By putting clear targets and an action plan in statute, this bill is a logical first step to a reliable, sustainable water supply for California.

Western Water has been awarded a grant to replace and upgrade backflow devices🚰 Western will use these federal funds further to maintain the safety and reliability of its water supply 💧 Learn more: WesternWaterCA.Gov/News.

Our favorite place to watch a summer sunset—at the Western Riverside County Regional Wastewater Authority (WRCWRA) Treatment Plant 👀😍

This facility can treat up to 14 million gallons per day of wastewater (sewage) making it an essential part of the community and region's infrastructure💩

You can always count on Western for your sewer service, now and into the future: WesternWaterCA.Gov/RecycledWater 💧

🧠 Knowledge is power! 💪🏻

📚 Learn more about PFAS, its impacts, and how we're ensuring your water remains clean and safe for consumption.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Together, we can protect our water sources.🌊💙

🔗 To learn more about PFAS, visit: iewaterpartners.com

🔗 For questions about your water, visit: WesternWaterCA.Gov

Only a few days left to enter the Keep Riverside Clean & Beautiful (KRCB) raffle where you could win a $15,000 Waterwise Landscape Makeover💧

➡️Enter now and purchase tickets at:http://www.krcb.com/pdf/WLM2024.pdf

➡️For more information call: (951) 683-7100 ext. 204, or visit http://www.krcb.com

Dive into WesternWaterCA.gov and discover our new modern website that puts our web visitors first🎉 Be on the lookout for✌️big changes:

1️⃣Chatbot to provide instant assistance and support to our website visitors📣

2️⃣Feedback feature that allows users to share their thoughts, suggestions, and concerns directly with us🌟

Our revamped website is a part of our commitment to not only provide high-quality water and wastewater services but to also ensure we are meeting our customer's needs 💻✉️💧

Western, like all public water agencies, is required to provide annual Consumer Confidence Reports to our customers that detail local water quality information📄

The reports are prepared in accordance with state and federal regulations and include information about the sources of drinking water supplies, and what contaminants if any are in those supplies💧

Our report has come out on top again this year, with Western Water meeting all state and federal water quality standards. Learn more: WesternWaterCA.Gov/CCR.