PALMDALE, CA, APRIL 2, 2013 –The Palmdale Water District is hosting FREE landscape workshops on the Cash for Grass program. Saturday Morning April 13th 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and Thursday Evening April 25th 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm PWD office, 2029 East Avenue Q Palmdale, Ca. 93550 This exciting workshop will not only inspire… Continue reading Palmdale Water District Hosts Free Landscape Workshop at District Office
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Local news articles have been written concerning shortages of water allocations from the Delta due to the Delta smelt. The Delta smelt is a small Federal endangered fish that has caused a decline in water released into the State Water Project (the California Aqueduct) and on its way to over 25 million Californians. The Department of Water Resources, who operates the State Water project, has recently reduced the supply of water to state water contractors to 40% of their entitlement.
The recent decision to raise rates in this economic climate was a difficult decision that had to be made. The average water bill is anticipated to increase approximately $1.40 per month; however some customers may see a higher increase based on actual water usage. This slight increase will provide the means to continue replacing aging water pipes, keep contaminates down, and bring you safe drinking water.
The Board of Directors of the Palmdale Water District adopted the 2013 Budget at their regular Board meeting on Wednesday, January 9, 2013.
Starting January 7, 2013, the Palmdale Water District’s new “Cash for Grass” program will be in effect. The new program has been modified and PWD customers will have to participate in a train- ing program for landscape design to stay qualified for the program. Although customers will be asked to turn in a landscape design for approval, the rebate amount will be more profitable. The rebate amount is based on a sliding scale from $.50 to $2.00 per square foot depending on the condition of the customer’s existing grass.
Before the first Drop of water gets to your home there are costs involved such as; energy, equipment, maintenance and labor. The District is providing additional information on treatment and overhea
Some customers may be experiencing a change in the taste and odor of their water. This taste comes from a compound called Geosmin. It is the same compound that gives beets their earthy flavor.
The District’s distribution system covers 403 miles of pipeline ranging in size from 4” to 42” in diameter, and is maintained along with 23 active water wells and 17 booster stations, and 22 water tanks with total storage capacity of 52.6 million gallons of water.
Palmdale Water District is pleased to present to our customers a new more informative water bill format that enables our customers to view a clear picture of their water use. There are several new features added to the bill format, the most important change that customers should be aware of is that there will be NO MORE separate late notices sent out. See the new bill format highlights and information on the inside pages.
