News & Events
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It’s Time to TURN OFF Outdoor Irrigation
Whether you water by hand or have an automatic system, let’s all commit to turning off outdoor irrigation until Spring to save water. Additional Info... -
Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership receives EPA WaterSense Awards
The Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership earned multiple awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its work promoting the EPA WaterSense program and water efficiency in 2022. Read on... -
Imagine a Day Without Water
Have you ever thought about where your drinking water comes from or where your wastewater goes? For #ImagineADayWithoutWater, we urge you to take action by learning about the systems that deliver water to our homes and businesses each day. Additional Info... -
Increased Rainwater Harvesting Rebate!
Santa Rosa Water is now offering $1.00 per gallon of stored rainwater, for a limited time while funding lasts. Pre-qualification is required before any work on your permanently installed rainwater harvesting system can begin. Additional Info... -
Santa Rosa Receives Prestigious Awards for Stormwater Protection Initiatives
This month the City of Santa Rosa was honored by the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA) for our outstanding efforts to protect our community’s waterways from pollutants. Read on... -
SR Water Hosting Series of Community Events to Educate Community on Importance of Protecting Creeks
Santa Rosa Water invites you to attend activities planned for the Annual Creek Week Celebration occurring September 16-23, 2023. Read on... -
Check Your Irrigation System for Leak to Reduce Water Waste
Noticed water waste around town? Not sure what to do? You can always report it online and Santa Rosa Water will follow-up with the customer. Read on... -
CWEA Supervisor of the Year - Robert Wilson
Congratulations to Santa Rosa Water's, Robert Wilson, for winning the California Water Environment Association’s 2022-23 Supervisor of the Year Award! Additional Info... -
Now Available: 2022 Water Quality Report
Santa Rosa’s Water Quality Report is now available! The Water Quality Report outlines Santa Rosa Water’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality drinking water that meets or exceeds all federal and state drinking water standards. Additional Info... -
2023 Water-Use Efficiency Awards
In celebration of Water Awareness Month, Santa Rosa City Council recognized five award recipients for their efforts to save water and increase water efficiency in their homes, neighborhoods, and businesses. Read on... -
Clean California Community Days – Spring into Action!
The City of Santa Rosa is partnering with Caltrans for Clean California Community Days, an eleven-day, state-wide community beautification event Read on... -
New Opportunities for Safe Medicine Disposal
Thanks to newly implemented statewide legislation, Sonoma and Mendocino County residents now have more convenient opportunities to safely dispose of their expired or unwanted medications and home generated sharps waste. Additional Info... -
NEW Toilet Replacement Rebate Available
Replace your 1.6 gallon per flush (or more) toilet with a new WaterSense labeled high-efficiency toilet and receive a rebate (up to) $75 per toilet. Additional Info... -
City to Receive $19.4 Million for Critical Sewer System Improvements
The City of Santa Rosa’s $19.4 million environmental infrastructure authorization under the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is included in the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act. Additional Info... -
Everything You Need to Know About Rainwater Harvesting
With an average annual rainfall in Santa Rosa of 30 inches, you could harvest and reuse over 19,800 gallons of water per year with that 1,000 square foot roof. Additional Info... -
Creek Critter: River Otter
Take a creek walk and see if you can spot a river otter, as viewing opportunities increase in late summer! Additional Info... -
Washing your Car at a Commercial Car Wash Saves Water and Protects our Creeks!
Professional car washing facilities capture and reuse wash water for treatment, stopping contaminants from flowing into our creeks and rivers that are home to variety of fish and other wildlife. Additional Info... -
Lower Colgan Creek Restoration Project
On 5/19/22, the City of Santa Rosa celebrated the completion of Phase II of the Colgan Creek Restoration Project with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Once the Phase III is complete, the project will have transformed 1.3 miles of creek in southwest Santa Rosa. Additional Info... -
Drought Resources For Businesses
Santa Rosa’s team is here to help with free water saving devices, rebates to achieve permanent water savings, and more. For businesses, Santa Rosa Water is offering $1.50 per sq. ft. of turf removed, up to max of 10,000 sq. ft. or $15,000.00 annually. Additional Info... -
Water Supply Update - August 18, 2022
To combat the drought, Santa Rosa implemented drought restrictions and adopted a 20% communitywide water-savings target in June of 2021. For the months of July 2021 through July 2022 the community has reduced water use by 18%. Additional Info... -
WaterSmart Rebates: Earn up to $100 and Save with a Graywater System
Reusing your wash water is as simple as installing a laundry-to-landscape graywater system. Read on... -
Free WaterSmart Devices
Replace old fixtures with FREE WaterSmart devices. Santa Rosa residents can pickup FREE water-saving devices Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 69 Stony Circle, Santa Rosa. Additional Info... -
WaterSmart Plant Picker
Scroll through beautiful, lush, colorful, low water use shrubs, flowers, and trees that thrive in our climate with the easy-to-use WaterSmart Plant Picker. Additional Info... -
During Drought, Take Your Car to a Professional Car Wash to Save Water
A commercial car wash can use between 35 and 120 gallons of water per vehicle, depending on the type of system. Facilities that recycle their water are the most efficient, so seek those out. Better yet why not drive a dirty car. Additional Info... -
Hire a QWEL (Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper) Pro for Your WaterSmart Landscaping Needs
Hire a QWEL (Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper) Pro for your WaterSmart landscaping needs. QWEL Pros have been trained in efficient irrigation principles and sustainable landscaping practices. Find a QWEL Pro today! Additional Info... -
Schedule an Irrigation Checkup
The drought is still here, and?Santa Rosa Water wants to make sure your yard and irrigation system are WaterSmart. Schedule your free in-person irrigation checkup today! Additional Info... -
Water Saving Tips from Danny at True North Landscapes, Inc.
Danny highlights the water-saving techniques he uses to reduce water-use year-round, as well as simple everyday habits you can adopt to become a super water saver too. Read on... -
Looking for a Water Efficient Landscaper?
Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) Pros have been trained in efficient irrigation principles and sustainable landscaping practices - hire a QWEL landscaper today! Additional Info... -
Kathy Herman: Laboratory Analyst of the Year Award
Santa Rosa Water is proud to announce that Kathy Herman has won the Laboratory Analyst of the year award for the Redwood Empire Section of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA). Additional Info -
State Water Board Emergency Water Conservation Regulations
Learn details and updates on State Water Board emergency regulations that pertain to water conservation. Additional Info... -
Outdoor Water-Use Accounts for Nearly 50% of Summertime Use
?Installing efficient irrigation for your garden can be a water saver, time saver, and plant saver when done right. Read on...
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Elise Howard
Communications CoordinatorPhone: 707-543-3799
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Katy Oceguera
Community Outreach SpecialistPhone: 707-543-3727