November 2020
IN THIS ISSUE

  • Multiple Planning Efforts Will Ensure Reliable Quality Water
  • New Online Dashboard Provides One-Stop Shop for Information
  • WaterTalks Survey
  • Live Distance Learning Opportunities for Classrooms
  • Free Virtual Home Check-Ups Can Save Water and Money
  • Earn $20 with our WaterSmart Workshop
  • Resources for the DIY Landscaper
  • COVID-19 Update
  • Community Events
  • Kids' Corner
Multiple Planning Efforts Will Ensure Reliable Water Supply
Online dashboard provides easy opportunities for input
SCV Water was formed in 2018 as a unified regional water resource management agency serving the Santa Clarita Valley, which shares one river and one watershed. Covering a 195 square mile area, the Agency serves a population of about 273,000. Over the next two years, SCV Water will advance planning efforts and projects because reliable, high quality and cost-effective water service is critical to an economically and environmentally vibrant community.

For more information, click here.
New Online Dashboard Provides
One-Stop Shop for Information

SCV Water is undertaking multiple planning efforts designed to effectively manage the water supply for our customers, ensuring they have access to reliable water today and tomorrow. These efforts, part of a multi-year process, will advance several regional water plans and programs that enhance water reliability, quality, environmental sustainability, and delivery.

Public participation and involvement are critical to the success of these efforts. To keep the public informed and engaged as we develop and manage our water resources, SCV Water has created an easy to navigate online dashboard. The one-stop communication tool provides information about each effort, including public participation events and a place to sign up to receive additional information. Visit www.yourSCVwater.com/planning
WaterTalks Survey
WaterTalks is public program to increase community involvement in planning a sustainable water future for California. SCV Water encourages you to participate in this effort and provide your input on community needs and priorities!

To take the survey, click on the button below:
Surveys must be completed by March 31, 2021
 
To learn more about WaterTalks, visit:
Live Distance Learning Opportunities for Local Schools

Virtual Classes Offered for Grades Kindergarten through Sixth Grade
As we remain focused on keeping our customers, staff and community safe, SCV Water is pleased to announce our new live distance learning opportunities for students in grades kindergarten through sixth grade.

All virtual classes presented meets the state mandated curriculum requirements. The new program will feature live interactive curriculum that is grade appropriate and will engage all students to learn while having fun!

Free Virtual Home Check-Ups Can Save Water and Money
Helps Residential Customers Save Water and Money While Staying Safer at Home
Sign up to save water and money through a free virtual home check-up. These check-ups look at indoor and outdoor water use and are designed to help water users identify problems, leaks and opportunities to increase water efficiency.

As we continue to respond to the long-term effects of COVID-19, SCV Water is excited to adapt our program into a virtual format to meet the needs of our customers. Virtual check-ups are conducted by WaterWise Consulting, Inc. and offered to residential customers at no additional cost.

For program details, click here.
Earn $20 with our
WaterSMART Workshop
Here's an opportunity to save water and money - all from the safety of your own home! There's no better time to take advantage of our innovative WaterSMART Workshop. You could invite your kids to learn alongside you. You'll receive a check for $20 when you complete it.
Meet Wendy Waters, your virtual workshop instructor (#SocialDistancing!). She will teach you how to:

  • Read and analyze your water bill  
  • Identify and fix leaks  
  • Save water both indoors and outside  
  • Become more efficient with your overall water use  
 
Visit WaterSmartWorkshop.com to get started!  
 
Customers will receive a $20 incentive for completing the workshop! (Processing time may be delayed while stay-at-home orders are in place.)  
Resources for the DIY Landscaper
Finally have some time to start on that landscape project, but not sure where to start? We have the resources for you! 

We'll let you in on a little secret - the 30 hottest plants of the SCV! These plants thrive through the hottest summers and survive the coldest winter nights. They're attractive, available at your local nursery, drought-tolerant once established, an easy to maintain over the long-term. Not to mention, they don't mind our clay soil!

Ready to ditch your lawn and replace it with colorful and water-efficient alternatives? We have just the thing for you! A step-by-step guide on how to kill and remove grass, and what to plant instead!
COVID-19 Update
As we continue to adapt business practices in this challenging environment, SCV Water remains deeply committed to the safety of our customers, community, and employees as we continue to do our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

To read more, click here.
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For the latest information on SCV Water's actions related to COVID-19, visit COVID-19 update.
Community Events
Just a reminder you may attend a Board and Committee Meeting via teleconferencing by clicking here.
11/14/2020 Virtual Gardening Class
Irrigation Basics for a Sustainable Landscape.
Click here for more information to register. 
Kids' Corner 
Start with Heart


SCV Water has commissioned the Razzle Bam Boom team to produce some fun and informative weekly videos for your students at home. Our themes are about being safe, being water-smart, and to always keep learning. Click here.
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SCV WATER
27234 Bouquet Canyon Rd
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 297-1600