Water Conservation

California's economy, quality of life and environment depend in large part upon the water resources of the State. Since water is a limited resource and there is only a certain amount of it on earth, water conservation helps preserve the environment and saving water will save you money. Water conservation is an extremely important issue to the Channel Islands Community Services District and conservation begins at your home. In conjunction with Calleguas Municipal Water District the Channel Islands Beach Community Services District Board of Directors and staff have established programs to encourage the replacement of exisiting "water wasting" washers and toilets with approved water saving alternatives. To qualify for the rebate programs you must meet the following requirements:
*You must be a CIBCSD customer.
*For the washer rebate; the washer must be from the approved list of high effieciency washers (click here for list) and the washer must be installed and connected at the time of inspection.(PLEASE NOTE: REBATES HAVE BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED DUE TO CALIFORNIA'S CURRENT BUDGET CRISIS.PLEASE CONTINUE TO INTERMITTENTLY CHECK WEBSITE FOR UPDATES.)
*For the toilet rebate; the toilet must be ULFT toilet (1.6 gallons per flush) and the toilet should be secure to the floor and a new wax seal and anchor bolts must be used.
*Proof of purchase and installation information must be provided.
*CIBCSD Staff must inspect installation. Please call to make appointment.
If you have questions or need supplementary information please contact the CIBCSD staff at 805-985-6021. Also, for your added convenience we have included the subsequent:
Please click the following links for more detailed rebate program information and forms:
High Efficiency Washer Replacement Rebate Program $210.00 issued within 120 days of compliance with above requirements(PLEASE NOTE REBATES HAVE BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED DUE TO CALIFORNIA'S CURRENT BUDGET CRISIS. PLEASE CONTINUE TO INTERMITTENTLYCHECK WEBSITE FOR UPDATES)
ULTRA-LOW Flow Toilet Replacement Rebate Program $60.00 issued within 120 days of compliance with above requirements

For more information on the California water crisis please click here.

For additional helpful water conservation measures and tips please click here.

More Drought News please click here.

Department of Water Resources’ Second Snow Survey Results Announced

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced today the results of their second snow survey this winter, indicating the Sierra snowpack was just 61% of normal for the date. Last year at this time, the snowpack was 111% of normal, but the dry spring that followed resulted in a second consecutive dry year. DWR Director Lester Snow says that these results combined with the low precipitation indicate that we are heading for a third dry year.

“We may be at the start of the worst California drought in modern history. It’s imperative for Californians to conserve water immediately at home and in their businesses,” Snow said.

Continuing dry conditions and regulatory restrictions on Delta water exports are limiting water deliveries. More agencies will likely join the numerous providers that already have mandatory or voluntary water rationing if these conditions persist.

ACWA’s Executive Director Tim Quinn issued a statement today on the announcement.

“We have weathered multi-year droughts before, but what’s different in 2009 is that water agencies already have dipped into their water reserves as a result of measures to protect species,” he said. “Those reserves, intended for drought and emergencies, had to be tapped because water deliveries were limited to protect species.”

More of ACWA’s response is available at: http://www.acwa.com/mediazone/newsreleases/view_release.asp?ID=716

The DWR announcement is available at: http://www.water.ca.gov/news/newsreleases/2009/012909secondsnowsurveyresults.doc