May/June

May 22, 2018 marks EBMUD’s 95th birthday. For just shy of a century, we’ve been bringing fresh mountain water to the people of the East Bay, planning for the future and maintaining the assets gifted to us by our early founders. As we celebrate, we reflect on the people and innovations that enable EBMUD to provide this essential water, as well as wastewater treatment that protects the San Francisco Bay. In 1923, 18 small water providers consolidated under California’s Municipal Utility…

It’s summertime and the staycation is easy. As part of EBMUD’s mission, we make water and watersheds available to you. Whether you’re looking for local outdoor recreation in the East Bay, or want to get away to the Sierra Foothills, it’s that time of year to be in, near and around water. While we work to protect our watersheds, wildlife and ecosystems for the next East Bay generation, we invite you to enjoy the fruits of our labor. Enjoy endless summer days and nights at Pardee and Camanche…

Do you HEART your WaterSmart garden? If you’re an EBMUD customer who has traded a thirsty lawn for a low-water landscape, it’s time to flaunt your flora. To enter the “I ❤ My Garden” photo challenge, upload before and after images of your landscape and tell us what makes it so special. Then get ready to vote for: Most Inspiring DIY design Most Colorful Most Bountiful Edible Landscape Most Dramatic Change Most in Harmony with Nature People’s Choice Award Learn more about contest…