May 14 Meeting on Non-Chemical Weed Control Tools for Vegetation Management
On Wednesday, May 14, MMWD is holding the second of four public meetings this year to solicit public input on the development of the District’s vegetation management plan. The plan lays out how MMWD manages the vegetation on the 21,000-plus acres of undeveloped land under the district’s control. The May 14 meeting will be held in the Student Center at Sir Francis Drake High School, 1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo 7-9:30 pm. More
New Rates in Effect for Water Used Beginning May 1, 2008
At a public hearing held on Wednesday, April 30, the MMWD Board of Directors approved a 9.7-percent rate increase that goes into effect May 1, 2008. The new rates will be reflected in water bills issued on or after July 1, 2008. More
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San Anselmo Ave. Pipeline Delayed Until 2009
The Marin Municipal Water District is listening to your concerns and is adjusting the schedule of a downtown water main replacement project to address those concerns. After consulting with San Anselmo residents, merchants, and city officials, MMWD has decided to postpone until 2009 a downtown San Anselmo pipeline replacement project.
Is Your Business “Green” ? Find out. Take the Water-Use Survey.
The Green Business Program is a voluntary partnership among business leaders, government agencies and non-profit organizations. The program recognizes and promotes businesses that demonstrate continuous compliance with applicable environmental regulations, conserve energy, water, and other materials, and implement sound environmental practices that prevent pollution and waste generation. Take the water-use survey. Discover how you can do more to reduce water use at your business and qualify for a “Marin Green Business” designation.
WATERSHED
$279,000 State Grant for Erosion Control Projects on Mt. Tamalpais
Road and Trail Closures Will Occur Mid-May Through November
Beginning the week of May 12 MMWD and the Marin County Open Space District will start work on several erosion control projects on the south side of Mt. Tamalpais to reduce harmful sediment from entering Arroyo Corte Madera del Presidio and Old Mill creeks. More
Volunteers Always Welcome
Volunteers play a critical role in maintaining the scenic beauty and biological richness of the Mt. Tamalpais Watershed. From building bridges to restoring habitat, MMWD has a variety of volunteer opportunities available to match your skills, interests, and available time.
For further information, to pre-register for an event or to schedule a special event, please contact our volunteer coordinator at (415) 945-1128 or email us at: volunteerprogram@marinwater.org
Shaver Grade Pipeline Project
(link to Community Connection page for details)
“Everything Starts With Water”
To increase awareness about Marin's water supply MMWD launched public outreach campaign, "Everything Starts With Water." The campaign is designed to inspire appreciation and a sense of stewardship for the watersheds and water resources of Marin.
As we roll out our expanded water conservation programs you will see more from MMWD about “Everything Starts With Water.”
Check out our water conservation web pages to see how you can make a difference!
Rainfall History at a Glance
You can now view the history of rainfall at Lake Lagunitas at a glance. We have added a convenient chart (in pdf format) to the Reservoirs section of our website. The chart tracks the history of rainfall at Lake Lagunitas all the way from 1880 to 2007. Rainfall History
Today is May 9, 2008
Quick Links Go to... Annual Water Quality Report Board of Directors Desalination Directions Directions to Mt. Tam Job Opportunities Volunteer on the Watershed Water-Efficient Landscaper (WEL) Program Water Rates
Consumption average gallons/day
Consumption average /capita/day
April 28 - May 4, 2008
29.2 million
157.3 gallons
Same week in 2007
25.3 million
136.2 gallons
Weekly Watering Schedule
Annual Rainfall (at Lake Lagunitas)
Total
July 1, 2007 – May 4, 2008
41.15 inches
For previous year
36.31 inches
For average year to date
50.78 inches
View recent rainfall records and reservoir levels
CONSERVATION
Eco-Friendly Garden Tour on Saturday, May 17
This self-guided tour highlights water-efficient native plants.The fee is $15.00 per person and pre-registration is required. Flyer (PDF)
10 Ways to Save
We encourage all our customers to explore these 10 ways to save (print-friendly PDF).
School Education Program
MMWD is proud to offer these FREE services to teachers in MMWD's service area:
Please contact the Water Conservation Office at 945-1437 for additional information.
Rebate Programs
Residential and Commercial Toilets. Purchase a new high-efficiency toilet (HET) and you could qualify for a rebate up to $250 per toilet. HETs flush with at least 20 percent less water than standard toilets. Rebates available for a limited time on a first-come, first-served basis. More
Residential Clothes Washers. Get a clothes washer rebate and start saving water, energy and money today! More
Non-residential Urinals. Business customers can get a rebate of up to $350 on new high-efficiency urinals (HEUs) or an even larger $400 rebate on new no-water urinals. HEUs flush using half or less the water used by standard urinals. No-water urinals are an improvement over traditional urinals in both maintenance and hygiene. More
Bay-Friendly Landscaping & Gardening. MMWD encourages its customers to adopt Bay-Friendly landscaping and gardening practices by offering a rebate program for the purchase of efficient irrigation equipment and supplies to upgrade existing landscapes. Rebates range from up to $350 for residential customers and up to $3,500 for commercial customers to help Marinites improve and beautify their existing landscapes. More
