http://www.epwu.org El Paso Water Utilities - Public Service Board en-us The first in a series of Public Service Board budget review meetings begins at 6 p.m. on November 18 at 1154 Hawkins. Details on the 2010-11 water, wastewater and reclaimed water budget will be presented on Wednesday, and the stormwater budget will be presented on Thursday, November 19 at 6 p.m. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_091117-01.html More than 150 people from the United States and Mexico will converge in El Paso next week to attend the first Binational Water Conservation and System Efficiency Conference. The day-and-a-half conference will be held at El Paso Water Utilities’ TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_091106-01.html This Halloween, El Paso area kids will be able to strut their best costumes while learning about water and water conservation at the annual TecH2O Water Festival.  Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_091029-01.html The Council of Engineering Companies - El Paso Chapter (CEC) sponsored a Desalination Conference in 2006 along with El Paso Water Utilities (EPWU).  A majority of net proceeds went to an organization that helps the needy pay for their water bills, but a small amount remains. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_091012-01.html El Pasoans can water their lawns at any time on designated days beginning Thursday, Oct. 1, when time-of-day watering restrictions end. The watering days schedule will remain in effect. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090928-01.html Fitch Ratings has assigned a rating of “AA” to the EPWU Stormwater Utility’s Build America Bonds. These municipal bonds were created under the stimulus program to reduce the cost of borrowing for state and local government agencies. The bonds were recently issued to the North American Development Bank (NADbank) to pay for several drainage improvement projects over the next few years. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090923-01.html The first of three public meetings to discuss the development of a Stormwater Master Plan for the County of El Paso will be held on Wednesday, September 16. The project is being funded jointly by El Paso County and the Texas Water Development Board, with project management services provided by EPWU. URS, an engineering firm, has been hired to complete the study which will identify flooding locations in the County and recommend improvements. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090915-01.html In a special Public Service Board meeting this morning, the Board elected Richard O. Martinez as the new Chair. Former Chair Ruben Guerra resigned from the Board last month to focus on his business and spend more time with his family. Fri, 4 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090904-01.html The Public Service Board meeting this Wednesday, August 26, will be the last for Chairman Ruben Guerra.  After nearly six years of service on the PSB, Guerra has decided to resign from his second term effective August 31, 2009.  In addition to giving an enormous amount of his time to El Paso Water Utilities, he is also President and CEO of Guerra Investment Advisors, a family run investment advisor firm. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090824-01.html El Paso Water Utilities was recognized last month at the National Association of Clean Water Agencies 2009 Summer Conference for its outstanding Environmental Stewardship. All four of EPWU’s wastewater facilities received awards recognizing their continuous compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System requirements. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090820-01.html El Paso Water Utilities will host a Science Café on Thursday, August 20, featuring guest speaker Ricardo Acosta, Manager of Resource Planning for the El Paso Electric Company. Acosta, an expert on energy resources, will discuss energy initiatives and renewable energy. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090813-01.html The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded El Paso Water Utilities the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its FY 2007-2008 budget document. This is the 10th consecutive year EPWU has received the award. Thu, 6 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090806-02.html El Paso Water Utilities President and CEO Ed Archuleta will be a featured speaker at the 17th annual New Mexico Water Law Conference August 6th in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Archuleta will be joined by experts in the engineering, legal, and environmental fields at the conference sponsored by the Water Law Institute. Thu, 6 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090806-01.html USO El Paso is building a second facility to accommodate 30,000 additional troops being deployed to Fort Bliss, and El Paso Water Utilities employees and customers are helping with the project. A check for $28,307.43 was presented to the organization at the July 22 Public Service Board meeting. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090723-01.html On Wednesday, the Public Service Board will consider a proposal to finance stormwater capital projects by using stimulus funding. The funding will allow El Paso Water Utilities to improve public safety by accelerating the completion of stormwater projects without increasing rates. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090721-01.html El Paso Water Utilities will host a Science Café on Thursday, July 30, featuring guest speaker Rosalinda Horstman, community preparedness planner for the City of El Paso Department of Public Health. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090720-01.html El Paso Water Utilities has selected Mark Bolduc, former Director of Global Operations for Northland Motor Technologies, as the new Business and Customer Service Manager for the Utility. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090715-01.html All sandbag distribution sites are now open. The distribution sites will close at their regularly scheduled time. Mon, 6 Jul 2009 09:45:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090706-03.html With rainstorms moving into the El Paso area, the following sandbag distribution sites will be open beginning at 9 a.m. Mon, 6 Jul 2009 09:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090706-02.html The Public Service Board has called a special meeting to consider asking City Council to issue $12.037 million of Stormwater Revenue Bonds to be purchased by the Texas Water Development Board to fund stormwater projects. Mon, 6 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090706-01.html Heavy thunderstorms hit the region last night and EPWU Stormwater Operations crews have been working diligently to resolve any problems that might have occurred as a result of the rain. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090629-03.html Effective June 15, EPWU implemented a new sandbag distribution system. The new system was created by EPWU to improve customer service and to save money. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090629-02.html Over 30 teams have signed up to participate in the El Paso Water Utilities and Touchstone Golf Team Championship Golf Tournament to benefit the USO at Painted Dunes Desert Golf Course. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090629-01.html Effective June 15, a more efficient sandbag distribution system will improve customer service and help El Pasoans take proactive measures to prepare for summer stormwater emergencies. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090610-02.html As part of a city-wide event to give back to the community, several Fort Bliss soldiers have volunteered to help clean a storm drain that has been the site of illegal dumping for years. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090610-01.html In an eager attempt to raise funds for the United Service Organizations, El Paso Water Utilities will host the “USO Support the Troops Movie Night & Carnival” on Saturday, June 6.  Thu, 4 Jun 2009 17:15:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090604-01.html Over 100 bicyclists pedaled in from Texas, New Mexico and Chihuahua, and united on Sunday, May 31, for the El Paso Water Utilities sponsored the United Service Organization Bike Tour. The tour,  which started and finished at Painted Dunes Golf Course, was broken up into 30 and 60 mile races. Wed, 3 Jun 2009 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090603-01.html We accepted the challenge from City Council to manage the Stormwater Utility in order to provide the best possible system for El Pasoans.  Mon, 11 May 2009 10:15:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090511-02.html Several local students will be recognized for their creativity on Saturday at the EPWU annual poster contest awards ceremony. Every year, students in grades kinder through high school are encouraged to submit their drawings for the contest which takes place the first week in May in celebration of Drinking Water Week. Mon, 11 May 2009 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090511-01.html Hundreds of local families are expected to celebrate Global Youth Service Day at EPWU’s Recycle2GoTecH2O on Saturday, April 25. It’s a recycling fair, and the first of its kind. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090423-01.html At tomorrow’s meeting, the Public Service Board will consider a partnership with the City of El Paso to provide land for new baseball and softball fields adjacent to Brown Street and Schuster Avenue.  If approved, a joint resolution will allow fields to be constructed on six acres of land that currently house an El Paso Water Utilities reservoir and the Lower Tom Lea Park. The City will pay for the development, maintenance and operation of the ball fields. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090422-01.html The Franklin Mountains State Park will grow even bigger this week when the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board hands over a deed for 1,659 acres of land to Texas Parks and Wildlife. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090416-01.html At tomorrow’s meeting, the Public Service Board will consider selling 35 acres of land in Northeast El Paso to EP Plaza Partners for $3.646 million. The acreage is at the southeast corner of U.S. Highway 54 and McCombs Boulevard and borders the Northeast Regional Park. EP Plaza Partners is the sole bidder for the property, which can be developed as commercial property to meet the needs of far Northeast El Paso residents. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 9:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090408-01.html At this morning’s meeting, the Public Service Board selected engineering consultants to plan and design 10 projects that will improve stormwater facilities throughout the city. The Board also selected a consultant to plan and design the replacement of 4,000 linear feet of the Mesa Street water transmission line. The total cost for the projects, including planning, design and construction, is estimated at $38 million. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 9:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090330-01.html The time-of-day watering schedule for outdoor landscape irrigation goes into effect Wednesday. From April 1 through Sept. 30, watering is permitted before 10 a.m. and after 6 p.m. on designated days. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090330-01.html The Public Service Board is moving quickly to improve public safety by increasing the efficiency of El Paso’s stormwater system. At its Wednesday meeting, the Board will select engineering consultants to plan and design 10 stormwater projects that reduce flooding in the Eastside, Westside, Central and Mission Valley areas. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090324-01.html If people passing through the intersection of Pendale and Rojas have been wondering about work crews in the area for the past few weeks, they are about to be enlightened. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090319-01.html The El Paso Public Service Board recognizes that it may be difficult for some people to make it to their regularly scheduled meetings.  At the same time, the PSB wants to make sure the public is informed about their latest actions. So on Wednesday, March 11 at 8:30 a.m., we invite you to view a test run of a program that will broadcast Public Service Board meetings live on the internet. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090311-01.html On Wednesday, the Public Service Board will be asked to approve the City of El Paso Stormwater Master Plan – a long-term plan to reduce flood risk to El Paso residents and property. Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/ma_090310-01.html The 2009-10 fiscal year for the Public Service Board began March 1, and along with it comes reduced stormwater fees for school districts, social services and non-profit agencies. Tue, 3 Mar 2009 16:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090303-01.html At its Wednesday meeting, the Public Service Board will consider adoption of the fiscal year 2009-2010 budget for four utilities: water, wastewater, reclaimed water and stormwater.  The Board will also consider amendments to the PSB Rules and Regulations. No rate increases are recommended. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 8:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/media_advisories/ma_090211-01.html The final Public Service Board budget review meeting will take place Thursday, Feb. 5, at 6 p.m. The El Paso Water Utilities staff will present the fiscal year 2009-2010 stormwater operating and capital budget and recommendations from the Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee. The public is encouraged to attend. Wed, 4 Feb 2009 8:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090203-01.html The Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee will meet Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. Mon, 2 Feb 2009 9:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090130-02.html Learn to identify Texas birds at Birding for Dummies, a workshop sponored by El Paso Water Utilities and Texas Parks and Wildlife from 1 to 4 p.m., Feb. 7, at the TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090130-01.html El Paso Water Utilities is proud to announce $2.6 million in savings in 2008, due to new peak pricing rates that were negotiated with El Paso Electric.  In return for the lower rates, EPWU agreed to manage its electricity use so as to minimize power use during times of high energy demand.  EPWU is the largest single customer of the Electric Company, and the first to implement such a contract. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090128-01.html The Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee will meet Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090123-01.html The public is invited to attend a public hearing on the planned expansion of the Haskell R. Street Wastewater Treatment Plant’s reclaimed water system. This project will extend reclaimed water service from the plant to large turf areas in north central El Paso and Fort Bliss. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090112-02.html The Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee will meet Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 8:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090112-01.html Water use in El Paso has fallen steadily for nearly two decades, and this year was no exception. Daily water use averaged 133 gallons per person in 2008, which is one gallon less than in 2007. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_090105-01.html Stormwater crews have been busy all over the city maintaining ponds, dams, and drains that were neglected for years before El Paso Water Utilities took control of the system. Tuesday, they will be working at a large drain in the Mission Valley that sits next to a park and Camino Real Middle School. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081222-01.html The second Public Service Board budget review meeting will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18. Staff will present the preliminary stormwater operating and capital budget for FY 2009-10, which is effective March 1. Wed, 17 Dec 2008 17:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081217-01.html Dozens of Girl Scouts from the ages of 13-17 who live in public housing will take part in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Overnight Program this weekend at TecH2O. These young women would not normally have the money to take part in programs like this, but a grant obtained by Region XIX makes it possible. The girls will not only learn about science and water conservation, but they will also take part in activities that build courage, confidence and character. They will even have a “Star Party” to learn about astronomy. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081211-01.html Last year, the Public Service Board approached the Texas Legislative Session with an aggressive agenda. The action items included selling PSB land to the state to expand the Franklin Mountains State Park. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081209-01.html The Public Service Board has decades of experience in managing water, finance and engineering resulting in a superior water system. We’re confident in our history and in our abilities to serve the public going forward. Dissolving the PSB and putting the utility into the control of another would not be in the best interests of the people of El Paso. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081208-02.html El Paso Water Utilities has selected Daniel Avila as chief technical officer. Effective Dec. 8, he will direct project administration, planning and development, engineering, construction and asset management. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081208-01.html The first in a series of Public Service Board budget review meetings begins at 6 p.m. on Dec. 4. The staff will present recommendations for the fiscal year 2009-10 budget, which is effective March 1, 2009. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081202-01.html On Thursday morning, 63 lucky El Paso Water Utilities employees will receive prizes ranging from gas cards and coffee makers to high-definition televisions. The giveaway culminates festivities marking the end of a successful United Way campaign. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081119-01.html President/CEO Ed Archuleta will be at the Potable Reuse for Water Supply Sustainability conference in Long Beach this week, giving a presentation titled “Decades of Reclaimed Water Programs at El Paso Water Utilities.” Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081114-02.html In spite of these tough economic times, El Paso Water Utilities employees opened up their wallets to give generously to the 2009 United Way campaign. Pledges and donations totaled $70,208, exceeding the 2008 campaign total by more than $9,200. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081114-01.html The Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee will meet Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. The guest speaker, city Parks and Recreation Director Nanette Smejkal, will discuss El Paso’s Regional Parks Plan. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081111-01.html El Paso Water Utilities has filled three key management positions. Thu, 6 Nov 2008 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081105-02.html Since El Paso Water Utilities took over maintenance of the drainage system on March 1st, stormwater crews have been very busy cleaning dams, basins and channels. To date, they have received over 1,000 requests, and 90% of them have been addressed. Lower valley resident Delia Paquian made a request recently about a ditch near her home. Wed, 5 Nov 2008 16:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081105-01.html Water Festival 2008 is off to a roaring start as more than 800 students from across the city participate in dozens of hands-on science activities at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Center located at 10751 Montana Ave. Thu, 30 Oct 2008 9:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081030-01.html El Paso Water Utilities’ Northwest Wastewater Treatment Plant was awarded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2008 National Clean Water Act Recognition Award. The plant won the first place award in the operations and maintenance (O&M) category for large advanced treatment plants. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 8:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081022-01.html The Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. The guest speakers are Oscar Mestas, Texas Forest Service, and Shamori Whitt, City Parks and Recreation Department. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081021-01.html El Paso Water Utilities has selected KTSM-TV weekend news anchor and reporter Christina Montoya as Vice President of Utility Marketing and Communication. Effective Oct. 29, she will direct EPWU’s communication, marketing and public relations programs. Mon, 6 Oct 2008 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081006-01.html The time-of-day watering restrictions in effect since April 1 have been lifted. Fri, 3 Oct 2008 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_081003-01.html Hunt Communities President Justin Chapman notified El Paso Water Utilities President and CEO Ed Archuleta by a letter dated Sept. 22, 2008, that they would not be able to close the land purchase by the required Sept. 29, 2008, deadline. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080923-01.html Mr. Ray Gilbert in his “News Press Conference” this morning is wrong that the current contract with Hunt Communities is not consistent with the bid request documents under which the contract was made.  The bid documents contemplated that some changes in the way the sale was structured might be made, and permitted such changes.  Changes reflected in the final contract with Hunt are such permissible changes. Fri, 18 Sep 2008 10:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080918-01.html The Stormwater Master Plan Community Advisory Committee will meet Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave. Tue, 09 Sep 2008 13:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080909-01.html The Honorable Javier Alvarez, Judge of County Court No. 3, El Paso County, today granted a Final Judgment in the matter of Ray E. Gilbert, Jr., Joe A. Dominguez, and Charles P. Cavaretta, M.D. v. the City of El Paso and the El Paso Water Utilities Public Service Board.  The Court granted the City of El Paso and Public Service Board’s Motion for Summary Judgment. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 9:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080821-01.html The El Paso Water Utilities 2007-2008 operating budget has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. This is the 10th consecutive year the utility has received the award. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080813-01.html County Court-at-Law No. 3 Judge Javier Alvarez granted the Public Service Board's motion for summary judgment today in the lawsuit filed May 22 by Ray Gilbert and others against the City of El Paso and the PSB. Fri, 31 Jul 2008 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080731-01.html Energy accounts for more than 17 percent of El Paso Water Utilities’ annual operations and maintenance budget, and the cost continues to increase. However, a new contract negotiated with El Paso Electric Co. allows EPWU to reduce energy costs at water and wastewater facilities by more than $2 million a year. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080730-01.html Energy accounts for more than 17 percent of El Paso Water Utilities’ annual operations and maintenance budget, and the cost continues to increase. However, a new contract negotiated with El Paso Electric Co. allows EPWU to reduce energy costs at water and wastewater facilities by more than $2 million a year. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080730-01.html At today’s Public Service Board meeting, local firm Kendrick Electric Corp. was selected to install equipment needed for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) at 12 stormwater pump stations. The $214,000 project will automate six facilities in the Mission Valley, four in Central El Paso and two in the Upper Valley. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080724-01.html El Paso Water Utilities has delivered more than 7,600 sand bags to fire stations since the beginning of the week. Utility personnel suspended deliveries at 4 p.m. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080714-01.html El Paso Water Utilities has delivered additional sand bags to West Side and Northeast El Paso fire stations. Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080710-01.html The Public Service Board will be briefed on the development of the stormwater master plan at its Wednesday morning meeting. The Board will also learn about the public participation component of the planning process. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080708-01.html In a June 24 ruling, Federal Judge David Briones denied the request of the El Paso Apartment Association and other apartment owners for a motion for preliminary injunction against the City of El Paso and the Public Service Board. Tue, 25 Jun 2008 17:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080625-01.html In a special June 11 meeting, the Public Service Board authorized El Paso Water Utilities to adjust the stormwater fees currently charged to school districts. If approved by the El Paso, Ysleta, Socorro and Canutillo Independent School Districts, the rates would be effective Sept. 1. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080612-01.html Federal Judge David Briones today denied the request of the El Paso Apartment Association and other apartment owners for injunctive relief that would have prevented the Public Service Board from imposing or collecting stormwater fees on their properties. Tue, 13 May 2008 11:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080512-01.html In a special May 7 meeting, the Public Service Board adjusted the fees charged to El Pasoans for stormwater management. Thu, 8 May 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080507-01.html Ed Archuleta, president and CEO of El Paso Water Utilities, has been elevated to Chapter Honor Member status by the Chi Epsilon chapter of New Mexico State University. Chi Epsilon is the national honor society of civil engineers. Thu, 8 May 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080507-02.html The public is invited to an open house at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The center is located at 10751 Montana Ave. Fri, 2 May 2008 16:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080502-01.html El Paso Water Utilities will hold a series of community meetings to discuss the stormwater fee that began appearing on customer bills in March. Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080415-02.html The team of Moreno Cardenas Inc. (MCi) and Camp Dresser & McKee (CDM) received the Eminent Conceptor Award for the design of El Paso Water Utilities’ Kay Bailey Hutchison Desalination Facilities. The award was presented by the Texas Council of Engineering Companies at its annual meeting in Irvin, Texas. Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080415-01.html The time-of-day watering schedule for outdoor landscape irrigation goes into effect tomorrow. Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_0800331-01.html At its recent meeting of the Public Service Board, El Paso Water Utilities Engineering Technical Services presented a summary of multiple water, wastewater, and reclaimed water construction projects that were begun over the last 12 months and have been recently completed. Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080327-02.html At the Public Service Board meeting held on Wednesday, March 26, the Board elected its officers. Thu, 27 Mar 2008 9:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/nr_080327.html A 24-inch water transmission line along Montana and Las Casitas will be shut down at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2008 for approximately 10 to 12 hours. The area affected will be East Montana and Homestead, consisting of approximately 2,600 residence and 4 schools (see attached map). Service should not be interrupted, since there is approximately 18 hours of reservoir storage supplying these areas. There will also be not traffic disruption. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_17.html Fernando Rico has been promoted to water systems division manager at El Paso Water Utilities. He is responsible for four water treatment plants and the city’s water storage, transmission and distribution systems. Tue, 12 Feb 2008 14:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_16.html Some West Side residents may experience water service problems late Friday night and early Saturday morning. Service will be shut down temporarily while El Paso Water Utilities installs a new 16-inch waterline. Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:45:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_15.html Some West Side residents may experience water service problems late Friday night and early Saturday morning. Service will be shut down temporarily while El Paso Water Utilities installs a new 16-inch waterline. Tue, 17 Jan 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_14.html Water use in El Paso has fallen steadily for more than a decade, and 2007 was no exception. Daily water use averaged 134 gallons per person last year, which is two gallons less than in 2006. Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_13.html At this morning’s meeting, the Public Service Board approved a $237.83 million water and sewer operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2008-2009. The Board also approved a water and sewer rate adjustment that is effective with meter readings taken after Feb. 29. Wed, 9 Jan 2008 14:00:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_12.html El Paso’s stormwater utility will begin operating on March 1 when El Paso Water Utilities begins managing the stormwater system. At the request of the City’s Development Services Department, however, EPWU has already begun to manage stormwater pump station rehabilitation projects. Tue, 8 Jan 2008 14:30:00 -0000 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_11.html Yesterday, El Paso Water Utilities’ crews retrieved the fire hydrant from a sinkhole at the corner of S. Oregon and Sixth. The sinkhole was created when the hydrant was damaged on late Thursday, Oct. 11. Water from the hydrant also caused damage to the apartment building located at 800 S. Oregon. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 17:45:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_10.html El Paso Water Utilities will dedicate the Kay Bailey Hutchison Desalination Plant on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2007. The $87 million facility produces 27.5 million gallons of water per day, making it the largest inland desalination plant in the world. Mon, 30 Jul 2007 17:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_09.html The El Paso Water Utilities 2006-2007 operating budget has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. Fri, 13 Jul 2007 17:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_08.html Redd Road will be closed this weekend between Doniphan and Gus Rallis Drives while El Paso Water Utilities installs a new sewer line. Thu, 12 Jul 2007 17:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_07.html The Water Reuse Foundation will convene the 11th Annual Water Reuse Research Conference at the El Paso Marriott. Mon, 1 Jun 2007 17:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_06.html EPWU General Manager Ed Archuleta and members of the Public Service Board will hold a press conference on May 9 to answer questions about the master planned community to be built on Public Service Board land in Northeast El Paso. The community, which will be located between Painted Dunes Golf Course and the Franklin Mountains, will incorporate several parks, an open space and trail system, and a series of mixed-use residential and commercial properties and town centers. Mon, 7 May 2007 13:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_05.html On March 30, 10 master developers submitted statements of qualifications to El Paso Water Utilities, indicating their intent to bid on approximately 3,900 acres of undeveloped Public Service Board land in Northeast El Paso. Both local and out-of-town developers responded to the Board’s request for qualifications. Tue, 3 Apr 2007 13:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_04.html El Paso’s time-of-day watering schedule for outdoor landscape irrigation will go into effect Sunday. Tue, 27 Mar 2007 13:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_03.html At its Feb. 14 meeting, the Public Service Board will adopt resolutions naming two facilities currently under construction in honor of Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) and the Honorable Carlos M. Ramirez, former El Paso mayor and commissioner of the U.S. Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC). Tue, 13 Feb 2007 13:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_02.html El Paso Water Utilities’ Robert Andron and William Hutchison were on the faculty of the Lorman Education Services seminar on water rights sales and transfers in Texas. Their sessions addressed legal, regulatory and ethical issues and the technical aspects of groundwater hydrology. Wed, 3 Jan 2007 13:00:00 -0600 http://www.epwu.org/public_info/news_releases/news_release_01.html