Valley Water News
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Providing Silicon Valley safe, clean water and natural flood protection for a healthy life, environment, and economy. Latest news and information from the Santa Clara Valley Water District.
Valley Water News
4d ago
Did you know you can save thousands of gallons of water and money on your water bill every year by reusing the water from your washing machine? A laundry-to-landscape graywater system is the perfect solution for environmentally conscious homeowners in Santa Clara County. Valley Water offers a graywater rebate of up to $400 to cover ..read more
Valley Water News
6d ago
Are you 65 years old or older? Do you own your home and live in it as your primary residence? If so, you could qualify to be exempt from paying the Safe, Clean Water parcel tax. Valley Water offers an exemption for qualifying low-income seniors from the Safe, Clean Water parcel tax, which would save ..read more
Valley Water News
1w ago
We are here to help you reduce outdoor water waste with a FREE in-person visit to check your irrigation system. Our trained professionals come to your home and identify problems with your sprinklers, such as over-spraying and over-watering, while also making irrigation scheduling adjustments. They can make recommendations for repairs, replacements, and upgrades, some of ..read more
Valley Water News
2w ago
Are you tired of maintaining your old, thirsty lawn? Our rebate of up to $3,000 can help transform your yard into a colorful pollinator oasis with water-efficient California-friendly plants. As you walk around your neighborhood, you will notice that yards have evolved. Thousands of homes are saying goodbye to lawns and hello to beautiful native ..read more
Valley Water News
2w ago
Valley Water crews work hard year-round to maintain and rehabilitate our infrastructure. Some of these improvements are part of larger projects, such as the Rinconada Reliability Improvement Project, while some are routine maintenance. From updating pipelines to treatment plants, we’re always working to ensure every resident and business of Santa Clara County has access to ..read more
Valley Water News
3w ago
Did you know every year, Americans create 268 million tons of trash? Some of that trash ends up in our local waterways, eventually reaching San Francisco and Monterey bays. With your help, we could greatly reduce the amount of trash polluting our county’s rivers and streams. Last year alone, volunteers picked up 53,437 pounds of ..read more
Valley Water News
3w ago
Water is our most precious resource, and we must do all we can to protect it. Long-term water supply planning and investments in infrastructure help Valley Water better prepare for the future. Water rates help fund these infrastructure projects and programs that ensure Santa Clara County continues to have safe, clean water. Public input is ..read more
Valley Water News
1M ago
In a significant stride in our mission to preserve the environment of Santa Clara County, Valley Water recently provided $4,000,000 to the Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency to secure a portion of Richmond Ranch in San Jose. The property at Richmond Ranch will ultimately be transferred to Santa Clara County with the long-term vision of ..read more
Valley Water News
1M ago
Each year, the nation takes a week to celebrate something you can’t see but use every day – groundwater. This year, we’re celebrating Groundwater Awareness Week on social media by sharing interesting information and tips on conserving and protecting groundwater. Here in Santa Clara County, groundwater is an important part of our water supply, with ..read more
Valley Water News
1M ago
Year after year, Valley Water volunteers work to improve our community. Driven by a true spirit of stewardship, these volunteers come together to help Valley Water provide safe, clean water and foster a healthy environment for Santa Clara County. Volunteerism lies at the core of Valley Water, propelling initiatives that enhance the health of our ..read more