Archived News
EMWD Begins Construction on Quail Valley Sewer Project
Perris, CA (November 2, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) and its community partners on Thursday celebrated the groundbreaking of the Quail Valley Sewer Project, which will bring environmentally safe wastewater infrastructure to more than 200 properties in the rural enclave of Menifee.
EMWD Honored for Metering Program
Perris, CA — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) was honored in late October week with the 2017 Sensus Reach Customer Service Award for its smart-metering technology which is benefitting thousands of customers throughout its service area.
EMWD To Host Free Open House Event
Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) will host a free Open House event on Saturday, October 28, 2017
EMWD Statement on City of Perris Water Systems Sale: November Ballot Measure H
Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) would like to remind its Perris-based customers that the proposed sale of the City of Perris’ two water service systems will have no impact on water rates or service to customers served by EMWD.
EMWD Expedites Meter Upgrade Program
Perris, CA (August 15, 2017) — As part of its ongoing commitment to expand customer service options and better assist customers in monitoring their water use, Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) began expediting its meter upgrade program this month.
EMWD Sewer Improvements Prompt Detours in Moreno Valley
Perris, CA (August 3, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) will be performing pipeline work in Moreno Valley beginning the week of August 7, 2017, which will require the complete closure of Indian Street between Atwood Avenue and Cottonwood Avenue. The closures are associated with EMWD’s Moreno Valley Sewer Improvement project.
EMWD Director Randy Record Featured on Water Zone
Randy Record is the Chairman of Metropolitan Water District and a member of EMWD’s Board of Directors.
In an interview with Water Zone on 102.3 KCAA, Chairman Record discussed his water background, issues facing water in California and the importance of the California Water Fix.
EMWD Releases Annual Water Quality Report
Perris, CA (June 27, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) has released its 2016 Consumer Confidence Report, which provides customers information about water quality and sources of their drinking water supplies.
EMWD Works to Preserve Bees
Perris, CA (June 21, 2017) — Have you heard the latest buzz about Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) and the bees?
EMWD Partners to Promote Water Efficient Landscapes at Schools
Perris, CA (May 25, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) and Val Verde Unified School District on Thursday, May 25, celebrated the dedication of a new water-wise garden at Columbia Elementary School that was funded through a federal program aimed at reducing water use in schools.
EMWD Announces Quail Valley Sewer Project
Perris, CA (May 3, 2017) — After more than a decade of working with state funding agencies on behalf of local residents, Eastern Municipal Water District this week announced it has received funding and will soon begin construction on the first phase of a sewer system in the Quail Valley area of Menifee.
Agencies Outline Responsibilities for Regional Recreational Growth
Perris, CA (April 26, 2017)—Five regional government bodies announced today the framework of an agreement that lays the groundwork for the long-term potential development of community recreational facilities surrounding Diamond Valley Lake.
Free Family Community Water Conservation Festival scheduled for April 29
Murrieta, CA (April 24, 2017) — Local water agencies would like to invite area residents to attend a free Community Water Conservation Festival on Saturday, April 29, 2017, at the Murrieta Community Center.
EMWD Begins Service to County Water Company Customers
Perris, CA (April 11, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) today began providing water service to customers who have been transitioned from the now-defunct County Water Company of Riverside in a rural area of Menifee.
EMWD Honored As Recycled Water Agency of the Year
Perris, CA (March 21, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) was recognized this week as the Recycled Water Large Agency of the Year by the California Chapter of the WateReuse Association.
EMWD Partners To Host Water Saving Plant Sales
Perris, CA (March 14, 2017) — Eastern Municipal Water District has partnered with The Home Depot to help area residents make their landscapes more water efficient this spring.
EMWD, Local Schools Partner on Water Bottle Fill Stations
Perris, CA (February 22, 2017)—As part of its long-standing commitment to partner with local schools, Eastern Municipal Water District recently began installing water bottle fill stations at high schools within its service area.
EMWD Relaxes Local Drought Restrictions
Perris, CA (February 15, 2017)-As a result of significantly improved water supply conditions and the overwhelming customer response to conserve, Eastern Municipal Water District’s Board of Directors today unanimously voted to ease local water use restrictions effective immediately.
EMWD Board Urges End to Statewide Drought and Emergency Regulations
Perris, CA (February 1, 2017)—Eastern Municipal Water District’s (EMWD) Board of Directors on Wednesday urged Governor Jerry Brown and the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board)to declare an end the ongoing Drought State of Emergency and corresponding regulations.
Regional Efforts Promote Groundwater Sustainability in San Jacinto Valley
Perris, CA (January 31, 2017)—In an effort to counter the effects of a years-long drought and ensure the region is well-prepared for future drought cycles, water agencies throughout the San Jacinto Valley are aggressively working to recharge water into the San Jacinto Groundwater Basin.