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Posted on: March 7, 2023

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

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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...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 1, 2023

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

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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...

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Press Releases
Posted on: February 20, 2023

SWA brings innovative water main flushing program in-house

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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...

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Press Releases
Posted on: February 15, 2023

SWA waives fishing fees on Sundays at Sweetwater Reservoir

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

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Manny Delgado Appointed to South Bay Irrigation District Board

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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...

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Press Releases
Posted on: November 29, 2022

SWA seeks new members for its Citizens Advisory Committee

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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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Press Releases
Posted on: September 6, 2022

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

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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 ...

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