October/November 2014
- Wastewater Treatment Facility Tour
- Well 20 West (Video Award)
- Wastewater Update
- CRP Update
- Rebate Programs
- Employee Retires
- Upcoming Events
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An e-newsletter reporting District news.
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"GIVE THANKS...GIVE BLOOD" Blood Drive Wednesday (11/26)!
(See Details Below)
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WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY TOUR
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 On Thursday, November 20, HDWD invited the public to tour the Wastewater Facility for the city of Fillmore, CA. Participants were given the chance to witness the technical aspects of how a facility, which is similar to the one HDWD will be constructing, operates and is managed. Fillmore's Wastewater Treatment Facility, an award-winning facility, uses membrane bioreactors and is able to treat 1.8 million gallons of water per day. For more information, Click Here. |
Well-20 West Ribbon Cutting
 HDWD celebrated the completion of its first new well in nearly two decades on October 8, 2014. The new Well 20 West uses state of the art technology and can produce up to 1.2 million gallons of water a day.
The Association of California Water Agencies reported on the ribbon cutting in their October 17th newsletter.
Award-Winning Video  HDWD produced a video describing Well 20 West. The video gained national recognition from BCWater News (California). It was selected as the video of the week (October 19-November 1). Click Here, or the image on the right, to view the video.
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WASTEWATER PROJECT UPDATE
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 Outreach Update
- Straight From the Source
- "Wastewater Made Clear" Articles
- Click Here to read "Treating Wastewater Protects Human Health"
- Click Here to read "All About the Wastewater Treatment Facility"
- Weekly Informational Community Meetings
- Join us Tuesdays at either 9:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. at our District Office to ask questions in person.
Design Update
- 79 grinder pumps have been eliminated from the original design. These changes lower the project's cost by approximately $300,000;
- 349 easements need to be acquired to move the project forward. HDWD is in the process of contacting affected property owners and providing easement informational packets;
- To learn the approximate location of easement requests in your neighborhood, visit http://www.hdwdwastewaterreclamation.com/
Funding Update
- A loan application, for a long-term, low-interest loan to finance the Project, has been submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board's (SWRCB) staff and legal counsel for review. Once completed, the application will go before the SWRCB to approve the loan, and set the interest rate;
- After the interest rate is set, assessment ballots are scheduled to be sent to property owners in early 2015;
- Property owners who meet eligibility requirements may apply for an individual USDA grant up to $7500 to pay for their private property connection;
- HDWD continues to look for additional grants to help lower property owners' shared assessment cost for the project.
Property owners will be receiving a more detailed update in a letter that will be sent out next month.
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CAPITAL REPLACEMENT PROGRAM (CRP)
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The CRP crews will be replacing old steel water mains north of Buena Vista on the Mesa along Sun Oro, Sun Via and Berkeley Street.
HDWD has been awarded a grant for $7.254 million dollars from the California Department of Water Resources.
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Toilet Rebate
 HDWD is offering residential customers rebates for replacing old toilets (using 3.5 gallons per flush or more) with a high-efficiency models. Water used for toilet flushing can be reduced by up to 62% by installing a high-efficiency toilet (HET) that uses 1.3 gallons per flush or less. HDWD will offer up to $100 per toilet with a limit of 2 new toilets per household.
For more rebates visit www.hdwdconserves.com/rebatesThe first step is to schedule a preliminary review with a HDWD employee. Call 760-365-8333 to schedule your appointment today! |
 After 34 years of dedication and hard work at HDWD, Bob Stephenson officially retired on October 30, 2014.
Stephenson joined HDWD in 1980, as an entry-level employee. Throughout the years, Stephenson has been promoted several times ultimately as a Water Distribution Operator III.
HDWD wishes Bob a gratifying and enjoyable retirement.
Click Here to read more.
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Informational Community Meetings
Every Tuesday
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Have a question about the sewer project? Join us Tuesdays at either 9:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. at our Board Room located at our District Office at 55439 29 Palms Hwy.
 "GIVE THANKS...GIVE BLOOD" Blood Drive
HDWD Parking Lot
Wednesday, November 26th
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
HDWD is hosting a Blood Drive to help serve nearby medical facilities, including Hi-Desert Medical Center and 29 Palms Marine Base.
As a gift for giving blood, participants will receive a coupon for 2 free tacos and a $10 Amazon gift card, (while supplies last). Click Here to sign up for donation
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