Welcome to the October 2022 issue of the Municipal Water District of Orange County’s (MWDOC) eCurrents newsletter. This week, we’re celebrating water professionals across the state for their dedication to delivering a clean, safe, and reliable water supply every day. With cause to celebrate, MWDOC’s Leak Detection Program has located nearly a thousand hidden leaks, saving roughly enough water to serve 1,500 Orange County households for a year! Additionally, as water and energy industry professionals brace for a wave of retirements, the Water Energy Education Alliance (WEEA) offers FREE recruitment brochures to help engage the next generation of skilled workers. And, in case you missed it, more than 350 industry professionals gathered together for the 14th annual OC Water Summit, MWDOC hosted a brand new interactive Water Awareness Poster Contest awards ceremony, AND Ricky the Rambunctious Raindrop was seen on the run sharing water-saving tips with residents of all ages.
All of this and more valuable resources, information, and announcements are in the latest issue of eCurrents!
If you have any comments or suggested topics for future articles, please send us an email at info@mwdoc.com. Thanks for subscribing!
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For a complete list of upcoming and archived MWDOC meetings, click on the image above,
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H2O FOR HOAs
Tuesday, October 11, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Join MWDOC at the upcoming H2O for HOAs event on October 11! In partnership with over a dozen local water agencies and cities, Moulton Niguel Water District is hosting a FREE education and networking event for HOA board members, property managers, professional landscapers, and residents. With a full lineup of speakers, vendor booths, and networking opportunities, attendees will receive information on available water-saving programs, resources, and more.
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GIRL SCOUTS OF ORANGE COUNTY, 7TH ANNUAL STEM EXPO
Saturday, October 22
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Hey Orange County Juniors and Cadettes! MWDOC is hosting an interactive water supply activity at the 7th annual Girl Scouts of Orange County STEM Expo. Girl Scouts will use supplied materials to design, build, and test a water delivery system that demonstrates how our water supply travels through a gravity-fed system of aqueducts and pipelines from Northern California to Orange County.
Did you know? This activity can also be done at home or in the classroom using everyday materials.
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14TH ANNUAL OC WATER SUMMIT
Friday, September 16
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Nearly four hundred water leaders, elected officials, academics, and business professionals attended the 2022 OC Water Summit, held at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel on Friday, September 16, 2022.
On short notice, former Metropolitan General Manager Jeff Kightlinger stepped in for Fritz Coleman, who unexpectedly had to bow out as emcee. The event, ‘California Dreamin’ – Making Water Infrastructure A Reality,’ featured sessions on drought and the Colorado River, the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, and how to fast-track projects that have been in the works for decades. Featured presenters included former Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation, Brenda Burman, Director of the Department of Water Resources, Karla Nemeth, Assemblyman Devon Mathis, Dr. Jerry Meral, and Delta Watermaster Michael George.
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6 THINGS TO KNOW!
About FREE Recruitment Brochures
Tiffany Baca, Public Affairs Manager, MWDOC ED, Water Energy Education Alliance
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Utility jobs offer many California citizens and their families a solid path forward. Unfortunately, many young, prospective employees are completely unaware of the high-quality, stable careers available in the water and energy sector. As these industries brace for a flood of retirements in the next few years, WEEA offers recruitment support to entice young professionals to enter the workforce.
CLICK HERE to learn more about these new FREE recruitment tools.
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6 THINGS TO KNOW!
About MWDOC's Water Awareness Poster Contest Awards Ceremony Transformation
Tiffany Baca, Public Affairs Manager, MWDOC
Katie Vincent, Public Affairs Coordinator I, MWDOC
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Did you know? In September, MWDOC transformed the annual Water Awareness Poster Contest (Contest) awards ceremony from an indoor event to an interactive outdoor learning experience for the whole family! The Contest’s 40 winning students and their families were invited to participate in a full day of exploration and hands-on activities to discover how healthy water is key to supporting local ecosystems that people and wildlife depend on every day.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the engaging student experience.
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FIRE RESISTANT PLANTS FOR YOUR GARDEN
UCCE Master Gardeners of Orange County
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Did you know? Certain plants store water in their stems or leaves, serving as a powerful deterrent from fire! Help protect your property and garden this fall with these nine (9) fire-resistant plants, brought to you in partnership by the Municipal Water District of Orange County and UCCE Master Gardeners of Orange County.
CLICK HERE to download and share this handy resource with others!
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MWDOC SPEAKERS BUREAU
Have questions about water? We have answers!
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Is your community, business, or civic group looking for a keynote speaker for your next event? The Municipal Water District of Orange County's Speakers Bureau is here for you. Topics could include: where Orange County water comes from, drought, water supply solutions, water conservation programs, education initiatives for Orange County students, and more!
Let us know if your group has a specific water topic in mind!
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CITY OF WESTMINSTER'S FALL FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 24
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Ricky the Rambunctious Raindrop® was last seen on the run at the City of Westminster's annual Fall Festival, spreading the message of good water stewardship to residents of all ages. Alongside the City of Westminster Water Division, Ricky shared water-smart tips and participated in a hands-on planting activity with attendees. Be sure to say hi to Ricky the next time you see him around OC!
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MWDOC'S LEAK DETECTION PROGRAM SAVES MEMBER AGENCIES AND CUSTOMERS WATER AND MONEY
September 1, 2022
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Did you know? California Water Professionals Appreciation Week is October 1-9! This week, we celebrate ALL water professionals for their commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and reliable water. Check out our latest news release highlighting MWDOC’s Leak Detection Program featured in the California Special Districts Association’s Districts Make The Difference national public awareness social media campaign.
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Did you know? The California Legislature officially designated the first week in October California Water Professionals Appreciation Week to celebrate the hardworking professionals statewide who maintain essential water, wastewater, and recycled water services. How do you plan to show your appreciation?
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Send a virtual thank you note
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Do your part to save water
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Encourage others to share their support
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Post your appreciation on social media, tagging your water service provider
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Other ideas? Tell us at PublicAffairs@mwdoc.com
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FAVORITE TWEETS AND POSTS |
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ACWA, California Water Efficiency Partnership (CalWEP), WaterNow Alliance and a large coalition of other associations and local water agencies are urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign AB 2142! #CAWater #CALeg || Read More
-Facebook, August 31
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CA water districts are under growing pressure to shoulder substantial water cutbacks as the federal government pushes for urgent solutions to prevent the Colorado River's depleted reservoirs from reaching dangerous levels. #YourWater #CAWater || Read More
-Facebook, September 7
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Municipal Water District of Orange County
Phone: (714) 963-3058 Fax: (714) 964-9389
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