Blast Off into Water Education Adventure at West Basin's Water Harvest Festival 

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Blast Off into Water Education Adventure at

West Basin's Free 2026 Water Harvest Festival

West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) invites families to its annual Water Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 24, at the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility in El Segundo. This family-friendly event takes people on a journey to protect our planet’s water with recycled water facility tours, live entertainment, giveaways and hands-on STEM activities.

This year's festival launches families into the exciting world of water and encourages people to see Earth from a new perspective—as our shared home and a one-of-a-kind water planet. Admission is free, and attendees of all ages are invited to enjoy an afternoon of interactive activities, entertainment and educational experiences that connect the science of space with the science of water sustainability. 

Festival highlights include: 

• Space-themed activities and photo opportunities 
• Free food, giveaways and raffle prizes 
• Kids' costume contest with prizes 
• Live entertainment and music 
• Interactive games and hands-on STEM activities 
• Educational exhibits from local agencies and community partners 
• Tours of the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility led by West Basin engineers and operations staff 
• Free on-site parking 

The FREE event will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility, located at 1935 S. Hughes Way in El Segundo. 

Visit WestBasinCA.gov/water-harvest for additional event details and updates. 

Learn About the Household Hazardous and

Electronic Waste Program

Sponsored jointly by the Sanitation Districts and Los Angeles County Public Works, the Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Collection Program (HHW) gives Los Angeles County residents a legal and cost-free way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash.

Check LACSD’s event calendar for upcoming collection events happening in the South Bay, including an upcoming event in Carson at the A.K. Warren Water Resource Facility on October 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. View event information.

Learn more about the program, what to bring, and how to prepare.

Unlock Energy-Saving Tools and Strategies

Want to learn more about your household energy use? Creating a SoCalGas Energy Profile can help you identify your household’s unique energy-saving opportunities. 

Based on your responses to the Energy Profile, you’ll see your household’s unique energy-saving opportunities. With these opportunities, you can:



• Find out which recommendations in your personal Savings Plan qualify for rebates or other incentives. 
• Compare past bills and use the Analyze Usage tool to examine your home’s natural gas usage over time. Through Analyze Usage, you can view hourly, daily, and monthly gas usage. 
• See how your home’s energy use compares with homes in similar neighborhoods after completing your Energy Survey. 

Explore energy-saving opportunities and learn more about your home’s energy use.

Celebrate National Energy Awareness Month

and Power Up Your Savings This October 

October is National Energy Awareness Month: An observance designated by the U.S. Department of Energy to promote energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy.

This month, we are encouraged to be conscious of our energy use, adopt energy-saving practices, and make energy-efficient choices to reduce costs and protect the environment. Learn more about what the SBCCOG does to foster a more energy-efficient South Bay along with our partners at SoCalREN on our website's Energy Efficiency page.

The Water Replenishment District (WRD) is the largest groundwater agency by population in the state of California, managing and protecting local groundwater resources for four million residents, including those in the South Bay.

WRD ensures that a reliable supply of high-quality groundwater is available through replenishment with recycled water and stormwater capture. It is also responsible for monitoring and testing groundwater throughout the region using effective management principles. 

In addition to providing high-quality groundwater to residents, WRD offers a range of community programs, including water education facility tours, the Water Replenishment District Education Program, and the Eco Gardener Program. 

Learn more about WRD's mission, projects, and programs. 

Metro GoPass Helps Reduce Absenteeism

at South Bay Charter School 

Getting to school is one less worry for students at Scholarship Prep South Bay in Wilmington. Through Metro’s GoPass Program, every student gets a free pass that allows them to ride Metro and other participating transit agencies free at any time.

Metro launched the GoPass program in October 2021 to give students across Los Angeles County a free, reliable way to get where they need to go. Students at participating K-12 schools and community colleges can ride Metro buses and trains, as well as 19 additional participating transit agencies in the county at no cost. To date, more than 125 school districts, 1,700 schools and 650,000 students have participated in the program. Read more. 

Check to see if your school has GoPass, and learn more about the program. 

Job Opportunities

Metro is seeking qualified candidates to join one of the nation’s largest and most innovative transportation systems. For a full list of Metro job openings, visit their career page.

Become a SBESC Volunteer

Learn more about the

South Bay Environmental Service Center (SBESC),

Contact Martha Segovia

310-371-7222 or

martha@southbaycities.org

Apply Today!

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South Bay Subregion and SBCCOG Member Cities

Disclaimer

This newsletter is a collaboration of articles written by the partners of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) and is published as provided.