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Gondek white-hatted over 100 guests from out of town, as well as formally white-hatting Toby Weickert, and Martin Coghill who arranged the delivery of the feeder main pipe from San Diego to Calgary. https://lnkd.in/g7UVdxsR

Safety is Dominic Brunozzi’s everyday priority. The Olivenhain Municipal Water Dst Mechanical Technician is a three-time California Water Environment Association “Mechanical Technician of the Year.” Brunozzi says, “I approach each day with a sense of responsibility that everybody should return to their families safe and sound.” Brunozzi credits a 21-year active-duty career of service in the United States Navy for his attention to detail and the ability to multitask. He retired in 2007 as a Chief Petty Officer. Brunozzi says sharing knowledge and continuous learning are his secrets to professional success. “Do your best and be honest about it.” #YourWaterBillAtWork Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4bXFS9y

Happy Smart Irrigation Saturday! Today's Smart Irrigation Tip: Separate your irrigation into different zones that work best for the plant types that have similar watering requirements. Planning for different zones can also help with your landscape design🌻

Flashback Friday: this was the first time that a now-patented pipeline inspection tool was used to inspect a Water Authority pipeline! This tool is part of a fleet of high-tech devices used to ensure the safety and reliability of our water delivery system.

NEWS RELEASE New Revenues, Budget Cuts Trim Wholesale Rate Increase for 2025. Increase up to 14% approved for 2025 after more cost cutting. Federal grant funds, an innovative water transfer, and operating budget cuts helped minimize wholesale water rate increases for 2025 despite long-lasting inflationary forces and climate impacts that are pushing prices higher. Read the full release here: https://bit.ly/4fkANep

Cheers to the future leaders and innovators! Celebrating National Intern Day with gratitude for all the contributions and fresh perspectives interns bring. 🌟 Water Resources CivicSpark - AmeriCorps Program Fellow Michelle Lee, assists her team in measuring water use data and recently collaborated with the community of Encinitas to expand volunteer capacity for EcoFest’s annual environmental fair event. Public Affairs intern Kylie Capuano graduated in May from Point Loma Nazarene University with a B.A. in journalism. She assists with essential communications functions including authoring Water News Network and social media content. Happy National Intern Day! . #NationalInternDay #SanDiego

Applications are now open for fall Citizens Water Academy, to be held October 16, 17, and 19. Participants will get special access tours, participate in discussions and presentations, and go behind the scenes with water planners, managers, and engineers for an inside look at the water delivery system. Spots are limited! Applications close August 28. To apply visit: https://bit.ly/3oG60Ud

Tune into today's Board of Directors meeting: the public hearing on 2025 rates and charges will occur at 9 a.m. in the formal Board meeting. A live stream and the full agenda will also be available at sdcwa.org.

Water News Network - Read more about these stories in this week's Water News Roundup! Link in bio. 💧 Feds award Oceanside $15 million for water projects 💧 Californians' water usage is down 9% 💧 Shift to La Niña for the coming winter could affect the next water year in the West 💧 WaterSmart makeover: Embracing a low-water garden in Carlsbad 💧 Hard work pays off for 2024 Escondido landscape contest winner #WaterNewsNetwork

“Dripping with flowers, adorned in murals and fronted by gorgeous beaches, San Diego is almost too pretty.” — Freda Moon’s article in the New York Times reminds both tourists and residents of the abundant beauty and culture in San Diego, a reality that was not assured around 30 years ago when San Diego faced devastating water cutbacks. Since then, investments in water infrastructure have allowed San Diego County to flourish by supporting the vibrant region that we know today. Read the entire story here: https://nyti.ms/46kcRUy