CVWD board to hold evening meeting in Palm Desert

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors will conduct is next regular public meeting in the evening instead of the morning. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 12 in the auditorium at CVWD’s Steven Robbins Administration Buildi...

Agencies replenish 200,000 plus acre-feet of imported water

Together, Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) and Desert Water Agency (DWA) have imported more than 200,000 acre-feet of water into the Coachella Valley so far this year and expect to put more water into the aquifer this calendar year than will be used...

CVWD joins Twitter and expands community outreach efforts

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is getting more social by adding Twitter to its many community education efforts.

“Twitter will provide us with an additional tool to share important water-related information with CVWD customers and other stakeholder...

CVWD customers can now use new online bill pay system

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) new user-friendly online bill pay system is now active and will make paying water bills online easier for CVWD customers.

This upgrade is being implemented as part of an effort to provide better customer service whi...

CVWD urges caution during stormy weather

With storms possible this week, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding everyone of the potential danger related to flash flooding and stormwater flow in the Whitewater River/Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel and washes.

Even when it is n...

Work closes two lanes on Washington Street

Two lanes of traffic will be closed on northbound Washington Street between Hidden River Road and Avenue 42 in Bermuda Dunes  on Wednesday, Aug. 2 and Thursday, Aug. 3.

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) crews will be replacing manhole frames ...

Work closes lanes at Bob Hope/Dinah Shore intersection

Traffic will be limited at the intersection of Bob Hope and Dinah Shore drives Wednesday, July 19 through Friday, July 21.

One lane will be closed on southbound Bob Hope Drive to
Dinah Shore Drive.  At that intersection,one lane will be closed ...

CVWD project continues closures on Bob Hope Drive, Ramon Road

One left turn lane on westbound Ramon Road to Bob Hope Drive south is expected to be closed through July as Coachella Valley Water District contractors install new water pipe on Bob Hope Drive. 

Sections of northbound and southbound  traf...

CVWD changes sewer rate structure

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors today adopted a new sewer rate structure, which simplifies how the rates are calculated and reflects the demand that individual customers place on the sewer system.

The new structure, effective Ja...

CWVD increases incentives for outdoor conservation programs

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) has doubled its incentive to convert turf areas to desert friendly landscaping in an attempt to grow the program, which has already resulted in more than 13 million square feet of grass removal.

The rebate for rep...

Work to continue at intersection of Ramon Road and Bob Hope Drive

A Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) project will continue to cause multiple lane closures in the intersection of Ramon Road and Bob Hope Drive through Wednesday, June 21.

Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies will provide traffic control at th...

CVWD approves budget, keeps domestic water rates stable

Rates increased for canal water and groundwater pumpers

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors today approved a $369 million operating and capital improvement budget for fiscal year 2017-18, which keeps domestic water rates stable, tha...

CVWD reopens traffic lanes closed for spill repair

Traffic operations returned to normal Monday, June 12 at the intersection of Portola Avenue and Hovley Lane East in Palm Desert, where Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) crews completed repair work ahead of schedule.

Lane closures went into effect on S...

CVWD sewer spill update

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) crews continue to repair two sewer pipes that broke Saturday night, releasing an estimated 2.4 million gallons of wastewater into the Whitewater River Stormwater Channel near Cook Street in Palm Desert.

The final, upd...

Traffic advisory on Ramon Road and Bob Hope Drive

A Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) contractor will be working in the intersection of Ramon Road and Bob Hope Drive starting at 11 p.m. Wednesday, June 7 in a project that is expected to close multiple lanes on both roads at the intersection through ...

Repairs continue on two sewer pipes, traffic advisory remains for Portola and Hovley Lane East

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) crews continue to repair two sewer pipes that broke Saturday night, releasing a significant amount of wastewater into the Whitewater River Stormwater Channel near Cook Street in Palm Desert.

Wastewater flows are curre...

Two sewer lines break and spill into the stormwater channel, service unaffected

Two sewer pipes broke late last night, releasing more than 100,000 gallons of wastewater into the Whitewater River Stormwater Channel adjacent to Cook Street in Palm Desert.

The leaks are expected to be successfully plugged by about 3 p.m. with the sewer f...

Traffic advisory

Westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane on Ramon Road just west of Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage from Thursday, May 25 through Friday, June 9. A Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) contractor will be installing 36-inch pipe to better serve exis...

CVWD offers rebates for septic system, well improvements

Coachella Valley property owners can apply for rebates to seal or eliminate leaky wells or to improve failing septic systems in two programs sponsored by the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD).

Rebates of up to $35,000 are available for either sealing ...

CVWD recognizes community water savers

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors today honored a Cathedral City couple and a Palm Desert HOA with conservation awards.

CVWD’s conservation contests are aimed at recognizing and celebrating extraordinary water savers in th...

Local agencies warn community about dangers of rapid flows at Whitewater River

Avoid tragedy by finding safe alternatives and avoiding ‘No Trespassing’ areas along river

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) and Desert Water Agency (DWA) are reminding residents and visitors to avoid the Whitewater River channel near Windy Point on e...

CVWD supports governor’s lifting of drought emergency

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) supports actions taken Friday to lift the state’s drought emergency while shifting focus to long-term conservation efforts and improved planning for future droughts.

“CVWD has been among several water agencies lobbyin...

CVWD awards third round of golf course rebates

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) has approved $420,000 in rebates to golf courses to replace turf with desert-friendly, drought-tolerant landscaping. Through the program, six courses will remove more than 33 acres of turf.

The rebate is made possible...

Agencies request Supreme Court intervention to protect public water rights

Ruling from U.S. Supreme Court could decide control over local groundwater

Coachella Valley – The publicly elected Board of Directors of Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) and Desert Water Agency (DWA) have decided to ask the Supreme Court to...

CVWD moves forward with plans for new groundwater replenishment facility

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors today approved hiring a consultant to design a new groundwater replenishment facility in Palm Desert to help improve groundwater levels in the mid-valley.

To date, more than 3.3 million acre-feet ...

Coachella Valley Water District receives national budget award five times in a row

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) annual budget document for the 2016-17 fiscal year has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).

This is the fifth ...

Statement from CVWD about Federal Appeals Court Ruling in groundwater case

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reviewing today’s federal appeals court ruling that found the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians has impliedly reserved federal rights to groundwater in the Coachella Valley.

“The CVWD board will discuss next s...

CVWD board to conduct evening meeting in Coachella

The Coachella Valley Water District Board of Directors will conduct its next regular public meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28, in CVWD’s Forbes auditorium in Coachella. Closed session will begin at 5 p.m. and open session will begin at 6 p.m.

The evening meeting...

CVWD issues reminder to use caution during storms

With a strong storm predicted for this weekend, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding everyone of the potential danger related to flash flooding in the channel and washes.

Even when it is not raining on the valley floor, rain in nearby mo...

New Task Force seeks safe, affordable water and sewer service for disadvantaged communities

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) has collaborated with local stakeholders to form the new Disadvantaged Communities Infrastructure Task Force to secure access to safe, affordable drinking water, wastewater and flood control services in historically ...

American Heart Association recognizes CVWD for its dedication to workplace health

The American Heart Association has designated the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) as a “Fit-Friendly Worksite,” recognizing the district’s commitment to employee wellness.

CVWD has increased its wellness offerings over the past three years with a va...

CVWD urges caution during expected storms

With several strong storms expected into early next week, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding everyone of the potential danger related to flash flooding in the channel and washes.

Even when it is not raining on the valley floor, rain in...

Northern California storms mean more water for Coachella Valley

Significant rainfall and snow in Central and Northern California since December bodes well for the Coachella Valley’s water supply.

Intense, water-rich storms have resulted in high levels of runoff that now has most major reservoirs in Northern and Central...

Flood Advisory

With water currently flowing in the Whitewater River/Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel and more rain expected this weekend, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding everyone of the potential danger related to flash flooding in the channel...

CVWD launches new user-friendly mobile app for its customers

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers can now get quick and convenient access to the latest information and more with the launch of the new, user-friendly CVWD mobile app. The free app is available for iPhone and Android devices.

Key information...

Flood Advisory

With the majority of rain expected in the San Bernardino and Santa Rosa Mountains this weekend, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding everyone of the potential danger related to flash flooding and stormwater flow in the Whitewater River/...

CVWD Board welcomes new director, honors outgoing member

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors today welcomed new Director Anthony Bianco, who was elected last month to represent Division 2.

Bianco, who was born and raised in the Coachella Valley, is farm manager for Anthony Vineyards in Co...

Edison presents CVWD with rebate check for impressive energy savings

Southern California Edison (SCE) today presented Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) with an incentive check representing a rebate of more than $227,000, thanks to significant upgrades at the district’s largest wastewater reclamation plant.

As a result ...

CVWD and United Way team up to help limited-income customers pay their water bills

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is pleased to announce it is partnering with United Way of the Desert to launch the new Help2Others Customer Assistance Program to provide a financial assistance to low-income water customers.

Starting Jan. 1, CVWD wa...

CVWD adopts day-of-use irrigation restrictions

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) will again institute day-of-use restrictions for irrigation.

Starting Dec. 1 and through March 31, outdoor irrigation by CVWD domestic customers will be prohibited on Mondays and Thursdays.

This temporary restriction f...

CVWD launches online Landscaper Certification Class

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is now offering an online Landscaper Certification Class through College of the Desert aimed at helping professional landscapers in the Coachella Valley be more efficient water users.

The new online program will...

CVWD recognizes community water savers

Coachella Valley Water District's (CVWD) Board of Directors today honored a local resident and business with conservation awards.

CVWD's conservation contests are aimed at recognizing and celebrating extraordinary water savers in the community. The con...

CVWD customers continue to move toward permanent changes in water use

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers continue to use less water despite the elimination of mandatory conservation, showing their commitment to permanent changes in water use.

CVWD customers used 7.3% less water in October 2016 compared to 20...

CVWD to provide another round of golf course turf replacement rebates

In a program that teed off today, Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) again is offering conservation rebates to golf courses that remove turf and replace it with desert-friendly, drought-tolerant landscaping. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has award...

CVWD receives national Gold Award for Exceptional Utility Performance

The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) today awarded Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) with its prestigious Gold Award for Exceptional Utility Performance.

CVWD is one of only five agencies nationwide that met the stringent requirem...Read on...

CVWD warns customers of possible scam

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding customers to be wary of possible scams involving people misrepresenting themselves as district personnel.

In the past week, CVWD has received several reports of customers being approached by a com...

New version of popular gardening book now available

The highly popular desert-gardening book, Lush & Efficient, has been revised to include even more information and tips for creating a beautiful desert landscape that preserves and protects our most precious resource: water.

The 160-page book, now...

CVWD approves new fixed rates

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors today approved new domestic fixed rates that will go into effect Nov. 1.

The new fixed rates, also known as service charges, are lower than originally proposed and will result in lower rates t...

CVWD further postpones increases in domestic water fixed rates

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors today delayed the start date for increases to domestic water’s fixed rates and directed staff to develop a proposal with lower rates.

Following a public meeting on June 14, the board increased...Read on...

CVWD reminds customers to use caution during rain

With rain likely this week in the Coachella Valley, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) reminds residents to be aware of the potential danger related to stormwater flow in the Whitewater River/Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel and other regional ...

CVWD awarded transparency certificate

The Special District Leadership Foundation’s (SDLF) today awarded its Transparency Certificate of Excellence to Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) for its commitment to transparency and good governance.

“It’s worthwhile that the public understand ...

CVWD board opposes Proposition 53

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors recently adopted a resolution opposing Proposition 53, an initiative that will appear on the Nov. 8 ballot. If approved by a majority of voters, the proposition would amend the California Consti...Read on...

CVWD board to conduct evening meeting in Palm Desert

To continue on-going efforts to increase its transparency and accessibility to the general public, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors will conduct its next regular public meeting in the evening instead of in the morning.

The m...

CVWD receives federal grants for conservation programs

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is utilizing two federal grants to expand one of its most effective water conservation programs and also enlarge its nonpotable water delivery infrastructure, preserving precious groundwater and alleviating aquife...

CVWD honored for award-winning financial report

Coachella Valley Water District’s Finance Department has been singled out for recognition by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada, which has awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial...

CVWD issues Annual Review and Water Quality Report

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) has released its Annual Review and Water Quality Report, highlighting water-related issues from the past fiscal year.

Included in the report is the Consumer Confidence Report for 2016, an annual summary of drinking...

CVWD encourages ongoing conservation

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers have saved more than 9.5 billion gallons of water in the past year and CVWD is encouraging everyone to continue their commitment to conservation during the drought.

"Our customers have made permanent...

CVWD hosts Salton Sea management workshop in Palm Desert

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is hosting a community workshop during which the most up-to-date information about ongoing Salton Sea management efforts will be presented. The workshop is on Thursday, June 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at CVWD's Steve...

CVWD joins innovative, new partnership for clean water

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) today announced its participation as a Charter Subscriber of the Partnership for Clean Water, a new voluntary initiative that seeks to help wastewater utilities optimize the operations, performance, and efficiency of...Read on...

CVWD board approves new domestic water rates

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) board of directors today approved domestic water rate increases and rate structure changes, the first rate increases for domestic water since 2010.

The board approved the new rates after listening to more than t...

CVWD and State Water Board announce new conservation program

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) and the State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) have announced collaboration of a new conservation program aimed at helping professional landscapers in the Coachella Valley be more efficient water ...

CVWD lifts drought penalties and extends water-use restrictions

Coachella Valley Water District's (CVWD) Board of Directors today lifted drought penalties, effective June 1, in response to the State's transition to water supply-based conservation targets.

The Board also updated its water use-restrictions to coincide...

CVWD statement on Gov. Brown’s order establishing long-term water conservation measures

Gov. Jerry Brown issued an Executive Order today that establishes long-term water conservation measures, including permanent water use restrictions and monthly reporting requirements.  Additionally, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) staff rel...

Coachella Valley Water District receives national budget award, again

Coachella Valley Water District's (CVWD) annual budget document for the 2015-16 fiscal year has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).

This is the fourth...

CVWD recognizes outstanding water savers

Coachella Valley Water District's (CVWD) Board of Directors today honored a local resident and business with conservation awards.

CVWD's conservation contests are aimed at recognizing and celebrating extraordinary water savers in the community. The con...

Water districts urge community, visitors to avoid fast-flowing Whitewater River

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) and Desert Water Agency (DWA) are advising everyone to avoid the Whitewater River channel near Windy Point on either side of Interstate 10 (I-10). There is an extreme danger in entering the water.

As temperatures b...

CVWD workshops will provide information about proposed rate changes

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) will hold a series of public workshops to present proposed domestic water rate structure changes and rate increases.

Based on a comprehensive Cost of Service Study and national industry standards, staff is propos...

CVWD board to conduct evening meeting in Coachella

The Coachella Valley Water District Board of Directors will conduct its next regular public meeting on Tuesday, March 22, in CVWD's Forbes auditorium in Coachella. Closed session will begin at 5 p.m. and open session will begin at 6 p.m.

The evening mee...

CVWD to host water conservation workshop

In honor of national Fix a Leak Week, Coachella Valley Water District is hosting a Water Wise Leak Workshop to help people reduce water use.

The free event is being held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on March 16 at the district’s Steve Robbins Administratio...

Coachella Valley Water District addresses questions about lead in drinking water

The news out of Flint, Michigan, about extremely high levels of lead in the drinking water may raise concerns about whether a similar problem could occur here. Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers can be confident that such a scenario is un...

CVWD Board adjusts drought budgets

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors today approved a change in drought budgets for domestic water customers in response to a state adjustment to the CVWD water conservation target.

CVWD customers now will need to limit their ou...

CVWD customers reduce water use 35% in January

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers used an impressive 35% less water in January 2016 when compared to the same month in 2013.

"This number represents a strong commitment to conservation by our customers," said Jim Barrett, CVWD g...

CVWD statement on state’s changes to emergency water conservation regulations

The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) yesterday approved an extension of revised emergency regulations for urban water conservation. Based on the new regulations that take climate into account, Coachella Valley Water District's (CVWD) mandato...

CVWD customers reduce water use disappointing 3.6% in December

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers reduced water use by a disappointing 3.6% in December 2015 when compared to the same month in 2013, marking the lowest monthly amount of conservation since Gov. Jerry Brown issued an executive order mand...

CVWD accepting applications for new agriculture conservation program

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is now accepting applications from local growers interested in receiving rebates for changing the way they irrigate their permanent crops. Rebates will go to growers who convert their irrigation with Colorado River w...Read on...

Flood Advisory

With rain expected this week, the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reminding everyone of the potential danger related to stormwater flow in the Whitewater River/Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel and other regional stormwater channels and washes...Read on...

CVWD statement on proposed changes to emergency regulations

The State Water Resources Control Board today released proposed staff recommendations for potential extension of the emergency regulations for urban water conservation. The following is a statement from Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) General Ma...

New irrigation restriction, increased drought penalties go into effect Dec. 1

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) wants to remind domestic water customers that starting tomorrow, Dec. 1, and through March 31, 2016, outdoor irrigation is prohibited on Mondays and Thursdays.

CVWD adopted the new irrigation restriction after t...

Traffic Advisory

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) crews will be working in the intersection of Portola Avenue and Magnesia Falls Drive in Palm Desert on Tuesday, Nov. 24 and Wednesday, Nov. 25.

The work involves replacing concrete valve collars on valves within that ...

CVWD increases conservation programs, drought penalties

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Board of Directors today committed additional money for rebate programs, adopted a ban on irrigation on certain days of the week, and increased drought penalties.

The new measures were adopted to help CVWD ...

CVWD honors local business with conservation award

Coachella Valley Water District’s (CVWD) Board of Directors today honored a Palm Desert business with its Outstanding Commercial Water Saver award.

The award was presented to JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, which recently replaced 890 ...

CVWD statement on conservation efforts, state fine

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) acknowledged today that it has been fined $61,000 by the state for falling short of the state water conservation mandate.

“Our customers have made a significant commitment to conservation and we a...

CVWD launches new and easier way to apply for programs

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) has launched a new online feature to make it easier to participate in the agency's many conservation rebate and incentive programs.

CVWD customers who want to participate in one of the programs can now apply, m...

FEMA flood map workshops scheduled for eastern Coachella Valley

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to update the flood risk for properties adjacent to the Coachella Valley Stormwater Channel in eastern Coachella Valley.

Parcels adjacent to the storm...

CVWD to update conservation ordinance at special meeting

The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) board of directors will hold a special meeting to consider options for achieving the state water conservation mandate, including the possibility of committing more money for rebate programs and increasing wat...

CVWD customers reduce water use 16.4% in September

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) customers used 16.4% less water in September 2015 when compared to the same month in 2013.

"Clearly this number is far short of where we want to be. While most of our customers have made dramatic changes to conse...

CVWD Director G. Patrick O’Dowd elected to statewide water agency board

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) Director G. Patrick O'Dowd has been elected chair of the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) Board of Directors for Region 9, which includes approximately 50 water agencies in San Bernardino, Riverside an...

New Website Offers Informed, Unbiased Information on Water Crisis

Coachella Valley, California – (September 29, 2015)  -- In light of the recent attacks on California’s Quantification Settlement Agreement (QSA), water leaders and experts collaborated to produce a single source of critical information on our water cr...

Free water workshop offered

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) will hold a free Water 101 Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 3.

The workshop is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about the Coachella Valley's water sources and how to reduce their water consumption during the dro...

CVWD discourages overseeding this year

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is encouraging homeowners, HOAs, businesses and golf courses to skip overseeding this fall to reduce water use during California's historic drought.

"By allowing lawns to go golden, our customers can avoid dro...

U.S. Bureau of Reclamation presents CVWD with award

Today, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation presented the Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) with the John W. Keys III Award for CVWD’s new GIS Crop Reporting system.

The GIS Crop Reporting system utilizes technology to gather data about which crops are ...Read on...

Traffic Advisory

A major leak to a recycled water line has caused the closure of all eastbound lanes of Fred Waring Drive between El Dorado and Warner Trail.

Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) crews are on the scene and working to repair the leak, which was discove...Read on...