Vallecitos Water 💦
@vallecitoswater
Water & wastewater specialists, providing exceptional & sustainable services.
Did you check out the Groovy Garden at SD County Fair? Created by Sr Water Resources Specialist w/@SDCWA, the exhibit won multiple awards for being a beautiful water-wise landscape, while also helping six🐶&🐱find forever homes. Read more at bit.ly/44NNoDI.

Our Board of Directors & staff are dedicated to ensuring clear, open, & transparent communication through the Board Brief, a summary of key decisions & outcomes from each Board Meeting. Info below is from the 6/18/25 Board meeting. Meeting video at bit.ly/3UdT589.

Congrats to our 2024 WaterSmart Landscape Contest winner, John Allen, whose garden was featured in @sduniontribune @ bit.ly/45fMgZG. His beautiful cycad collection steals the show in Vista, which you can see on video @ bit.ly/3IDNWDy.
These local artists recently brought in a fairy garden they made to adorn our Sustainable Garden & joined @girlscouts friends to create bee box that will be turned into portable native seed library that we'll take w/ us to outreach events. Thank you to our talented artists! 😃🎨

Last night, the Vallecitos Board of Directors voted not to change how residential sewer service is billed. Single-family homes will continue to see a monthly sewer service charge of $38.99 on their utility bill instead of on their property tax bill.

Although this scam is focused on power industry, , it may be just a matter of time before they try it on 💦customers as well. Out of abundance of caution, VWD is letting our customers know to be prepared. Read more at bit.ly/3IvpZyb.
@SDGE is warning of recent uptick in scammers impersonating their reps & demanding immediate payment for “unpaid balances” using fake QR code that goes into the grifter’s pocket. Stay alert. Read more at bit.ly/3IvpZyb.
Apply for the fall Citizens Water Academy occurring October 15, 16, and 18. Applications are open until July 31st. Go on an interactive journey to explore how the regional water supply system is built for resiliency in uncertain times. Apply: bit.ly/3oG60Ud
Early next week our crews will be paving Las Posas from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Linda Vista Drive and La Mirada Drive. 🚧 If you’re driving in the area, please slow down, watch for signage and give our crews space to work. Learn more: san-marcos.net/paving.
. @vallecitoswater has openings for Pump & Motor Technician Asst/Tech I/Tech II in San Marcos, CA! Find out more about these positions here: waterdistrictjobs.com/pump-motor-tec…
Vallecitos will be there. Stop by our booth to say hello.
@SDGE is warning of recent uptick in scammers impersonating their reps & demanding immediate payment for “unpaid balances” using fake QR code that goes into the grifter’s pocket. Stay alert. Read more at bit.ly/3IvpZyb.
Happy Independence Day! Our offices are closed as we're celebrating our independence from imported water w/desalinated seawater, which provides approx. 27% of VWD’s water that's independent of imported water supplies. Learn about desal technology at ow.ly/M9c550WhY0L.

Vallecitos crews are on-call to keep water & wastewater flowing.🔥 With high heat + fireworks, fire danger is real—please use water wisely. Hydrants are for emergencies only. Stay safe & thank a water worker! 💧 #FireSafety #VallecitosWater

DYK about smoke testing? Smoke testing is way to ID sources of surface water infiltrating the sanitary sewer, which can negatively impact wwtr treatment plants. Learn more about smoke testing, including video of VWD crews performing this critical task @ ow.ly/uogV50WhNHJ.

At Vallecitos, we’re committed to safe drinking water. Protecting against cross-connection (where non-drinkable water can enter your system) is key to preventing contamination and safeguarding public health.

We're seeking a Senior Engineer to manage the development services dept, including planning studies, development projects, & environmental compliance. If you have strong leadership skills & want a rewarding career, come join our team! #WorkForWater💦 ow.ly/MXYx50WhcHr

Just like homeowners set aside money for future needs, VWD maintains financial reserves to maintain stability during planned capital projects, natural disasters, economic downturns, or infrastructure emergencies. Learn more at ow.ly/4pha50WfcU6.

VWD's Board recognized local students for classroom excellence, awarding $2,000 scholarships to 6 students, out of 24 applicants. VWD's Board established the scholarship program in 2022 to encourage local students to pursue water careers.💦 #WorkForWater waternewsnetwork.com/students-recog…

Knob Hill Elementary students resently presented at the @sanmarcoscity Council meeting & shared what they learned about saving/protecting 💦 from participating in @PoseidonEducat's Water Resource Leadership Program, which was sponsored by VWD. They did a great job!👍👍
