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SWA awards local business $5,000 in grant funds for water efficient devices

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) recently awarded $5,000 to a National City laundromat as part of its Savings Through Efficiency Program (STEP) Grant program. The STEP grant is one of many resources the Authority offers businesses in its service area that...

Fix a water leak and get up to $75 now through the end of June

To assist customers with costs associated with leak repairs, Sweetwater Authority (Authority) is offering a rebate of up to $75 for repairs made from March 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. The special rebate is in celebration of the national Fix a Leak Week...

SWA brings innovative water main flushing program in-house

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) recently acquired a NO-DES system to support the agency’s water main flushing program, which maintains overall water quality. The Authority is the first agency in the region to purchase the water-saving equipment...

SWA waives fishing fees on Sundays at Sweetwater Reservoir

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) announced a new “Free Fishing Sundays” promotion at the Sweetwater Reservoir Recreation Program. Free access begins this Sunday, February 19^th and will continue through the end of 2023. 

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Manny Delgado Appointed to South Bay Irrigation District Board

At its January 19 meeting, the South Bay Irrigation District (SBID) appointed Manny Delgado to represent residents living in SBID Division 3. As part of his duties, Delgado will also serve on the Governing Board of Sweetwater Authority.

Delgado replaces fo...

SWA seeks new members for its Citizens Advisory Committee

The Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Governing Board is seeking interested community members to serve on its Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC offers citizen involvement in advising the agency on ways it can improve its operational efficiency.

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Up to $2,000 in water bill assistance now available to qualified SWA customers

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) customers may be eligible for water or wastewater bill assistance from a new federal debt relief program. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) provides a one-time payment of up to $2,000 to qualified ...