Welcome to the Municipal Water District of Orange County’s (MWDOC) April 2021 eCurrents newsletter.
In this issue, we’re kicking off Earth Month by
celebrating the 10th annual Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, which includes outreach tools and an exciting new way for you to get actively involved and support your city. We also take a closer look at the importance of the Delta Conveyance Project to the future of Orange County’s water supply. Additionally, we discuss the active role water and wastewater workers play in emergency response and preparedness. And finally, we offer information on upcoming events as well as other exciting reasons to celebrate this month. All of this and several other announcements, program updates, and more are
covered in this latest issue of eCurrents.
As always, if you have any comments or suggested
topics for future articles, please send us an email at info@mwdoc.com. Thank you for subscribing!
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MWDOC is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors. To learn more, click on the image above, or visit our website at www.mwdoc.com.
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For a complete list of upcoming and archived MWDOC meetings, click on the image above, or visit our website at www.mwdoc.com.
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SAVE THE DATE: 13th ANNUAL OC WATER SUMMIT RESCHEDULED FOR FALL
October 15, 2021
As the pandemic recovery continues, the Orange County Water Summit has been rescheduled for Friday, October 15th. The event will be held once again at Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel. Initially slated for June as a potential virtual event, the change comes as social distancing mandates are loosening and vaccines are rolling out.
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JOIN US FOR THE NEXT WATER ENERGY EDUCATION ALLIANCE LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE MEETING
June 22, 2021
How are Southern California education, water, and energy industry leaders preparing for impending retirements and the next generation of skilled utility workers?
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THE DELTA CONVEYANCE PROJECT -
EVERYONE WINS
Sat Tamaribuchi, Board President, MWDOC
For more than 60 years the State Water Project has been at the epicenter of California water wars. Can industry, environment, agriculture, and legislature come together to find a solution?
CLICK HERE to read more about why the Tunnel is the best option.
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DISASTERS DON'T PLAN AHEAD...WEROC DOES
Vicki Osborn, Director of Emergency Management, WEROC/MWDOC
Public health and safety are top priorities for water and wastewater agencies, especially during a disaster. What is WEROC’s role in preparing and protecting Orange County’s nearly 3.3 million citizens?
CLICK HERE to find out why emergency preparedness and security are vital to water reliability.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH |
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WYLAND NATIONAL MAYOR'S CHALLENGE FOR WATER CONSERVATION
April 1-30
During the month of April, residents across the U.S. will commit to saving water and energy as part of the Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Does your city have what it takes to win big? Take the pledge today: mywaterpledge.com.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the National Challenge.
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NATIONAL BEER DAY
April 7, 2021
Did you know? Beer is 90-95 percent water and is used in every step of the brewing process. For centuries, beer was a viable source of water when regular water sources were contaminated.
CLICK HERE to celebrate National Beer Day with a new appreciation for water.
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NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK
April 18-24, 2021
Let us know! How are you celebrating National Volunteer Week? Many MWDOC staff members have volunteered at Orange County’s COVID-19 vaccination sites as a part of ‘Operation Independence.’
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EARTH DAY
April 22, 2021
April 22 is Earth Day! Today we come together as a global community to celebrate the natural wonders and resources of our life-sustaining planet. How are you planning to celebrate Earth Day 2021?
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OCWD HOSTS YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL SUMMIT DURING EARTH WEEK
Crystal Nettles, Sr. Communications Specialist, OCWD
The Orange County Water District’s (OCWD) award-winning Children’s Water Education Festival is back this year with a new look and a new name. The Orange County Youth Environmental Summit (YES) will be held virtually on Monday, April 19 through Friday, April 23.
CLICK HERE to read more about this exciting event.
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CELEBRATE NATIONAL LAWN AND GARDEN MONTH THIS APRIL
#OCisWaterSmart
April is National Lawn and Garden Month! Celebrate by bringing life into your garden with this list of native flowers that support pollinators. Don’t have a yard? Don’t worry! Look for community gardens in your area to get involved.
CLICK HERE to download and share this free resource brought to you in partnership by the Municipal Water District of Orange County and UCCE Master Gardeners.
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Are you planning to celebrate Earth Day 2021? Tell us how!
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Plant a tree or spend time in my garden
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Participate in a community cleanup
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Attend an Earth Day event
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Get outside and enjoy nature
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Learn more about how I can do my part
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FAVORITE TWEETS AND POSTS |
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Our friends at MoonGoat Coffee in Costa Mesa sat down with us to discuss the #ValueOfWater and the importance of a clean, safe and reliable source of water for Orange County businesses. #ValueWater #OCBusiness #OCisWaterSmart #MWDOC
- Facebook, March 10
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Happy #NationalGirlScoutsDay! We are proud to partner with Girl Scouts of Orange County to offer the Water Resources and Conservation Patch Program. This STEM-based program equips Girl Scouts of ALL ages with an understanding of their local water supply sources and ways to be water efficient, enhancing their ability to be thoughtful environmental stewards! #Education #OCisWaterSmart - Facebook, March 12
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Did you know? A leaky faucet dripping at the rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year! Pledge to #FixaLeak today and start saving water! #OCisWaterSmart #FixaLeakWeek || Learn more: bit.ly/FixaLeakWeekOC
- Twitter, March 15
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