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Slight discoloration of water in Chula Vista caused by routine valve maintenance; water remains safe to drink

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) is aware that there is a slight discoloration in the water we are currently providing to customers in portions of...

Ensure plumbing system safety after lengthy shutdowns

Check here for important water quality information for plumbing systems in buildings that have been vacant or have had low water use for extended periods.

SWA Recognized as “District of Distinction”

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) received the “District of Distinction” accreditation by the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) for its sound fiscal management policies and practices in district operations. This dis...

Governing Board and essential employees display dedication to service, community

In the midst of an unprecedented crisis, Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Board Members and employees have focused all efforts on accomplishing three key goals: provide safe, reliable water; do our part to protect customers from financial impacts of the p...

SWA joins the California Statewide Communities Development Authority

The Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Governing Board voted to become a member of the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP). The resolution passed at last night’s Governing Board meeting means that the Authority is now a member of the...

SWA Board Appoints Chair and New Committee Assignments for 2020

Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Governing Board voted in December to appoint Steve Castaneda as Board Chair for 2020; this will be his second term as chair. Hector Martinez was appointed as Vice Chair for 2020. 

In January, Chair Castaneda assign...

Inaugural SWA Citizens Advisory Committee Appointees Announced

At the October 9 Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Governing Board meeting, the Authority’s first Citizens Advisory Committee appointees were formally announced. The announcement included a ceremonial oath and reception. 

The creation of the Citize...

SWA's Desalination Facility wins 'Best Tasting Water' award

On Wednesday, July 24, the Sweetwater Authority (Authority) Governing Board was presented with the Southwest Membrane Operators Association (SWMOA) Best Tasting Membrane Water in the Southwest Region Award. The award recognizes the Authority’s R...

SWA announces new leadership roles for two Board Members

Two of Sweetwater Authority’s Governing Board Members were recently appointed to local advisory committees for watershed restoration and local agency formation.

During its May 22, 2019, meeting the Authority’s Board appointed Director José F. Cerda to the ...