West Basin Municipal Water District

Congratulations to the middle school winners of the 2021 Water is Life Student Art Contest. These student artists received an iPad and a list of top 10 art apps to download thanks to their creativity and dedication to #waterconservation through art. Thank you to all of the student artists who participated in the Water is Life art contest this year. To view all winning submissions, please visit: https://www.westbasin.org/community/education/water-is-life/.

Grants of up to $2,000 are still available to cities, schools and other public entities for the installation of a contact-free indoor or outdoor water bottle filling station. For grant requirements, eligibility and application, visit https://www.westbasin.org//water-bottle-filling-station-g/.

It's officially #summertime and as we look ahead to warmer, drier temperatures with outdoor water-use at its peak, it's important to remember water-efficiency practices. With continued mindfulness and water-saving practices, our region's water supply reserves can stretch further to protect us from extreme drought conditions. This summer, remember these tips to help keep conservation a California way of life.

Juneteenth (June 19) is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Tomorrow, take a moment to reflect on what this day means for our country, its people, and the progress we continue to strive towards as a community. Learn more about the history of Juneteenth, the celebration and more by visiting www.juneteenth.com.

Happy #NationalSTEAMDay from West Basin! Careers in science, technology, engineering, arts and math are some of the fastest-growing and in-demand fields in the world today and the #waterindustry is home to many of those opportunities. From engineers to graphic designers, West Basin encourages students around the world to consider a #STEAMCareer. Take a glimpse into some of the careers at West Basin, by visiting: www.westbasin.org/working-in-water.

Make sure you're staying connected to job opportunities, education resources and more District updates by following West Basin on all of its social media platforms. Visit www.westbasin.org/stay-connected to find us!

Do you want to learn what makes a landscape water wise? Perhaps you want help getting started on your home garden project. West Basin and Metropolitan Water District of Southern California are offering weekly CA Friendly/Native Plant Landscape Training classes. Register for the #FREE Tuesday, December 8 virtual class, which will be held from 5:00 - 6:00 PM by visiting www.westbasin.org/water-lab. View the introductory video here: https://youtu.be/al-LieSYEMo

West Basin board and committee meetings continue to be held via video and teleconference. To look ahead at the schedule and agendas for this month's upcoming meetings, visit: www.westbasin.org/board-agendas To view recordings of past meetings, visit: www.westbasin.org/watch-board-meetings

Learn how to remove grass and select climate-appropriate plants to maintain a beautiful garden year-round while also saving water. In partnership with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, West Basin's #WaterLab is featuring #FREE virtual Turf Removal and Garden Transformation workshops. The next classes are on: Thursday, November 5 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM... Thursday, November 12 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM (Spanish) Tuesday, December 1 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM Register today, by visiting: www.westbasin.org/water-lab. Watch the introductory video here: https://youtu.be/L6sqJsWC_XQ.

Can you BOO-lieve that it's already time for Halloween? Trick or treating may not be an option this year, but you can still have some safe fun with these water monster themed education resources! Visit www.westbasin.org/gamesandresources for activities that are sure to spook you into learning!

Take a peek behind the curtains of West Basin's world-class recycled water production facility with #waterindustry experts during the District's FREE #KnowYourH2O #WaterLab live-streamed virtual facility tour on Saturday, November 14, 2020, from 10:00-11:30 AM. Register today by visiting: www.westbasin.org/know-your-h2o!

Access to clean water is important to the community. West Basin can help you provide safe and reliable tap water to the community. The District is offering grants of up to $2,000 to install #hydrationstations to public entities throughout the service area. Apply for a water bottle filling station today at www.westbasin.org/fillingstations

The October board meeting will take place via teleconference on Monday, October 26 at 1 p.m., as the District maintains its commitment to the safety of our community in preventing the spread of #COVID19. View the agenda for dial-in information at www.westbasin.org/board-agendas

Today is #ImagineaDayWithoutWater. West Basin is joining The Value of Water campaign to ask everyone to consider what their day would be like if they couldn’t turn on the tap and get clean drinking water, or if you flushed the toilet and wastewater didn’t go anywhere. Learn more about the campaign and how West Basin supports it, by visiting www.westbasin.org/value-of-water.

In partnership with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, West Basin's #WaterLab is offering residents weekly online landscaping courses through November! Take advantage of: California Friendly Landscape Training, Turf Removal Workshops & Garden Design Workshops by registering at: www.westbasin.org/water-lab.

Do you #KnowYourH2O? Now is the time to learn how West Basin continues to adapt to an ever-changing water reality for its region. Register for the District's FREE #KnowYourH2O #WaterLab webinar on Wednesday, October 28, from 5:30-7:00 PM by visiting: www.westbasin.org/know-your-h2o!

What song do you sing to make sure you're washing your hands long enough? This #GlobalHandwashingDay, West Basin joins the CDC to encourage everyone to make handwashing a healthy habit. Sing 30 seconds of your favorite song to make sure you're washing your hands long enough! Learn about the CDC’s new handwashing campaign and remind people in your life about the importance of handwashing by visiting www.cdc.gov/handwashing. #KeepHandsClean

West Basin Board President Gloria Gray was re-elected to serve a second term as Chairwoman of Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. The District continues to be proud of her representation of West Basin on the board and looks forward to supporting her during her next term. Read more: www.westbasin.org/director-gray-mwd-chairwoman.