Rancho Water

When talking about top-notch water pros, you cannot forget our team in wastewater operations! They are in charge of the Santa Rosa Water Reclamation Facility, where all the things that travel down your drains and pipes come to rest  (remember that when Finding Nemo tells you all pipes lead to the ocean...definitely NOT the case!). Our wastewater team works around the clock to manage reclaimed water, keep our pipes flowing, and turn it into environmentally friendly, recycled water! We certainly appreciate their dedication and abilities!  #cawaterweek #cawaterprofessionals

Our engineers are an integral part of our district, with skills and responsibilities that every person who uses running water relies upon. They use their talents and expansive education to plan, design, and oversee specialized projects aimed at enhancing water, wastewater, and recycled water facilities. Their knowledge of water infrastructure is essential as they review and evaluate a diverse range of projects, including planning studies, selection and design of water treatment technologies, and asset management initiatives. Their abilities as our engineering water pros are surely appreciated! #cawaterweek #cawaterprofessionals

We wouldn't get very far working for our community without our top-notch customer service & administrative divisions! Each team is reliable, creative, knowledgeable, & always ready to help. Our administrative professionals are always willing to assist any department and never fail to keep our district organized, stocked, and running smoothly. The customer service group is unfailingly well-versed in any potential customer concern or question. They consistently strive to ensure that every customer feels heard, supported, and confident in understanding their accounts and options for reliable water usage. Thank you to another spectacular bunch of Rancho Water pros! #CAWaterWeek #cawaterprofessionals

We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to Adán Ortega, Jr. on his re-election as Chair of the @mwdh2o Board of Directors. We commend Mr. Ortega for his visionary leadership & dedication to advancing critical water policy initiatives. His continued focus on fostering collaboration & leadership on critical water issues will ensure Southern California remains resilient in the face of water supply challenges.

Our Government Affairs team guides the District through the development & advocacy of our legislative priorities & policies in order to preserve the commitments that we have made to our customers & community partners as good water stewards. This particular water profession is an integral part of our efforts to advance water sustainability and to protect our most precious resource. It takes dedication, a skill for diplomacy, and a passion for advocacy that cannot be taken for granted. Thank you to the members of this team for everything you do! #CAWaterWeek #CAWaterProfessionalsAppreciation

With stringent water quality requirements, endless data to analyze, and the District's 970 miles of water main lines & 43+ active groundwater wells to maintain, being a water operations professional is never dull!  The hard-working team members in our Operations department are essential to keeping our water clean & flowing reliably. We can't thank them enough!           #CAWaterWeek #CAWaterProfessionals

There are so many careers in water and wastewater that keep water flowing in the communities throughout California, including district managers, customer service representatives, treatment plant operators, and engineers just to name a few! We are so proud of our local staff, and water professionals throughout the state, for making a difference in their community. If you see Rancho Water workers out and about this week, be sure to send a thank you or a thumbs up their way! #CAWaterWeek

Say goodbye to pesky grass maintenance and hello to colorful water-wise yards with the Turf Replacement Program! Metropolitan Water District is offering rebates starting at $3 per square foot for residential and commercial customers who remove their grass and replace it with water-efficient plants and native landscaping. Check out more information on our website at RanchoWater.com/rebates or go right to https://lnkd.in/g6Cmvu6F to apply! Just a reminder that synthetic turf is not an approved conversion option for rebates!

On Monday, we had the privilege of joining the U.S. Department of State in hosting a delegation from Uzbekistan to discuss our CropSWAP program and other water use efficiency practices. This unique opportunity allowed us to share our programs while learning about the unique water-related challenges, innovations, and triumphs faced by their country. Our team was incredibly grateful to be a part of such an invaluable, collaborative experience and hope the Uzbekistan delegation enjoyed their time in our region.

Did you know that TODAY marks the beginning of the new Water Year in California? This is a great time to reflect on the last year of water use & prepare for upcoming weather patterns while continuing smart water management & conservation practices. Happy New Water Year!