State Water Board Extends Water and Wastewater Arrearage Program
On November 1, The State Water Resources Control Board opened the application period for water and wastewater systems to apply for its Extended Water and Wastewater Arrearage Payment Program. The application period runs through Dec. 31, 2023, and fund disbursement should begin in February 2024. This is a continuation of last year’s program that paid wastewater agencies directly to cover debt from residential and commercial customers who experienced financial hardships related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is not a customer facing program, agencies must apply on behalf of their customers. This is a unique opportunity that expires soon, so please do not hesitate to reach out to CASA or the State Water Board with any questions about the program!

The new Extended Arrearage Program will include both water and wastewater debt from residential and commercial customers, as the state legislature allocated the remaining $600 million in federal funding for this Extended Arrearages Program. If you are interested in participating and need relief, please apply as soon as possible to secure funding. You will find more information on the SWRCB’s arrearages program page, and if you have any questions, please reach out to SWRCB staff at DFA-WaterArrearages@waterboards.ca.gov.

 

Water Leadership Institute Program 2024
The 2024 application period for the Water Leadership Institute program is now open! Gain a supportive community of water professionals and mentors, sharpen your leadership skills, and grow professionally. The Water Leadership Institute program educates, trains, and provides opportunities that enable developing and emerging leaders to build strong, lasting relationships within the water sector. Participants engage in management training and leadership development through a blended learning approach that includes the examination of complex challenges facing the water and wastewater sectors and networking with public and private sector practitioners. The 2024 Application Period is Now Open through 11:59 pm PT on January 17th! Learn More About the Water Leadership Institute Program.