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September 6, 2025-OMWD Hosted a Fire Emergency Preparedness Event
On September 6, OMWD and local fire agencies hosted an Open House and Emergency Preparedness Event at OMWD.
The program offered water-use efficiency tips, scheduled free water-use evaluations to help customers improve efficiency, and addressed customer inquiries. Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District and Encinitas Fire Department highlighted wildfire and emergency preparedness tips and materials. American Medical Response paramedics will demonstrate CPR and showcase a specialized response vehicle.
A Water-Smart and Fire-Wise Landscaping Workshop was held in OMWD’s boardroom. Attendees learned waterwise landscaping tips, firescaping techniques, and ways to protect their property from wildfires. The workshop was held in partnership with the Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District and the Encinitas Fire Department. Thank you to OMWD staff and the other agencies for organizing this important educational event.
Read More...Posted on 06 Sep 2025, 20:09 - Category: News
August 27, 2025-OMWD Receives CSDA Safety Award
Olivenhain Municipal Water District proudly accepted the McMurchie Excellence in Safety Award at the California Special Districts Association Annual Conference in Monterey. This honor from the Special District Risk Management Authority underscores OMWD’s dedication to safety practices.
Each year, SDRMA honors two public agencies from its 650+ members for outstanding safety practices. Winners are chosen based on safety programs, membership history, and insurance claims, highlighting efforts to cut losses and reduce claims.
OMWD received praise from SDRMA for its excellent workers’ compensation claim history, which surpasses industry averages and reduces its insurability risk. Consequently, OMWD secured a significant discount on workers’ compensation insurance premiums, saving its ratepayers over $137,000 in 2025.
Read More...Posted on 27 Aug 2025, 18:05 - Category: News
July 18, 2025-OMWD's Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve is “Best Place to Volunteer."
The Coast News Group announced the winners of its 2025 Best of North County contest, including Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve. EFRR took first place in the “Best Place to Volunteer” category in an online vote that included 18 other candidates. If you have never visited OMWD’s Elfin Forest Reserve, you must go and enjoy its beauty and a great hike. Here is a link to our award. https://www.olivenhain.com/news/elfin-forest-recreational-reserve-voted-best-place-to-volunteer-in-the-coast-news-groups-2025-best-of-north-county-contest/
Read More...Posted on 18 Jul 2025, 11:47 - Category: News
June 2, 2025-Historic CWA-MWD Settlement Agreement Reached
Posted on 04 Jun 2025, 05:08 - Category: News
June 1, 2025-OMWD Maintains AAA Bond Rating and receives Highest Achievement for Financial Reporting for 30th Consecutive Year
Fitch Ratings has once again reviewed Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s finances and confirmed our AAA bond rating, which is the highest rating they award. We’ve held this top rating since 2016, and it reflects the strong financial decisions made by our Board and staff to keep rates responsible and invest wisely in our infrastructure. The AAA rating means OMWD can fund important improvement projects at lower interest rates, saving money over time and helping reduce pressure to raise water rates.
OMWD also earned the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association. This award recognizes our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and highlights our commitment to transparency and going above and beyond basic reporting requirements.
Two big wins that reflect our dedication to serving you with integrity, accountability, and long‑term planning.
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Posted on 01 Jun 2025, 15:09 - Category: News
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