Frequently Asked Questions Ventura County Waterworks District (District) No. 19 (Somis) The District was formed on November 4, 1980 when it assumed responsibility for the Rancho Las Posas Mutual Water Company. The District provides water to the community of Somis. Water is imported from the State Water Project, delivered through the Metropolitan Water District of…
Eco-tip: If you can’t keep a gift, at least keep it out of the landfill David Goldstein, Special to Ventura County Star Published 4:38 p.m. PT Jan. 11, 2020 “Everybody liquidates,” says the tab heading on the web page of B-Stock Solutions, a Northern California-based company selling business software, systems and auction services to retailers…
With the new year comes a new area of focus for recycling. Until now, recycling has focused mostly on items like cans, bottles, paper, cardboard and plastic. A Jan. 1, 2020 target set by California Senate Bill (SB) 1383 (which was passed in 2016) directs California to recycle half of all organic waste. It also…
Eco-tip: 2020 puts focus on a new frontier of recycling David Goldstein, Special to Ventura County Star Published 3:14 p.m. PT Jan. 4, 2020 Wednesday was not only New Year’s Day; it was also the dawn of what might signal a new era in California recycling. Until now, recycling has focused mostly on items…
Correct Information on California Water Efficiency Laws by Caroline Minasian Jan 2, 2020 News Releases SACRAMENTO – News media reports have provided inaccurate information regarding water use targets set by Senate Bill 606 (Hertzberg) and Assembly Bill 1668 (Friedman). Neither bill sets fines on water customers for taking a shower and doing laundry on the…
EYE ON THE ENVIRONMENT | TIME TO RECHARGE AFTER THE HOLIDAYS by David Goldstein ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR BATTERY DISPOSAL; ELECTRONIC GIFTS WILL SOON BE IMMOBILE. LIVELY AND LOUD ON THE HOLIDAYS, IF LEFT ON, SOON NOBODY PLAYS. RECHARGE TO PREVENT THIS WASTE, REUSE RATHER THAN REPLACE. Electronic gifts given to you or your family…
Eco-tip: How and where to recycle your Christmas tree in Ventura County David Goldstein, Special to Ventura County Star Published 2:51 p.m. PT Dec. 28, 2019 | Updated 4:51 p.m. PT Dec. 28, 2019 Even though Christmas tree recycling is an annual ritual, differing rules, dates and deadlines in various parts of Ventura County can…
Ojai Independent Study students get to the bottom of improving recycling methods with VCPWA for America Recycles Day By Gazette Staff Writer — Friday, November 15th, 2019 Ventura County Public Works Agency to encourage community on waste management solutions at collection event, Nov. 18-19 VENTURA COUNTY CA – Small changes make a big difference in…
Eco-tip: County to accept drop-offs for America Recycles Day David Goldstein, Special to Ventura County Star Published 3:22 p.m. PT Nov. 16, 2019 Monday and Tuesday, in celebration of the 22nd annual America Recycles Day, the Ventura County Public Works Agency and General Services Agency are coordinating a multi-material collection event at the Ventura County…
Frequently Asked Questions Ventura County Waterworks District (District) No. 19 (Somis) Proposed Water Rate Adjustments The District was formed on November 4, 1980 when it assumed responsibility for the Rancho Las Posas Mutual Water Company. The District provides water to the community of Somis. Water is imported from the State Water Project, delivered through the…