Tag: West Basin Municipal Water District

MALIBU—On November 24, the city of Malibu Department of Development reported that the Free Rain Barrel project was a success. A total of 150 Free Rain Barrels were given away to 89 families. The water conservation project was a joint effort with the West Basin Municipal Water District. According to the West Basin Municipal Water District newsletter, the Free Rain Barrel giveaway provides 1,500 free rain barrels annually which has the potential to save 650 gallons of water per year. The rainwater collected is not intended for human consumption. Its for keeping the lawn and gardens watered without having to turn on the faucet. It saves water, and it saves families money by lowering their water bills. The gift of a free water barrel saved the recipients the additional cost of the barrels. Rain barrels from local hardware stores can cost anywhere from $60-$135 each. Under California Governor Gavin Newsom, the state has endured water shortages, and water rationing in recent years leaving some fire hydrants at risk of running dry. As the Los Angeles Fire Department continues to remind people, keeping the land moist and rid of debris lowers the risks of more wildfires in the state.   By Sharon

MALIBU—The West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) is giving away free 50-gallon water barrels to Malibu residents on January 11th. The program began on November 16, 2024, and continues through January 25th.

The following information comes directly from a press release that may be found on the West Basin website.

“Interested participants must register at www.westbasin.org/rain-barrels to qualify for up to two free 50-gallon rain barrels valued at approximately $80 each.”

West Basin President and Division III Director, Desi Alvarez, encourages residents to participate in this water conservation project.

“Water conservation is crucial in our region, and our rain barrel program empowers people to make a practical difference without even having to think about it because the rain barrel does all the work for them. By collecting and using rainwater, we can reduce our reliance on imported water and help preserve our precious resources,” Alvarez stated.

California Governor, Gavin Newsom has been under scrutiny after his July 3, 2024, calls for water rationing. Newsom called for California residents to cut their water usage by approximately 500,000 acre feet by 2030. According to Newsom’s plan, Californians would save 235,000  acre-feet of water by 2050.

The collection of rainwater could offer much-needed relief to the arid conditions worsened by wind and water restrictions.

By Sharon