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No Fireworks at College Hill Water Storage Site

06/28/2021

EWEB will continue the annual closure of our College Hill Reservoir over the Fourth of July holiday and prohibit fireworks on the property grounds.

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Preparing for Extreme Heat

06/25/2021

We are ready to deal with the stress that extreme heat may place on our electric system. We encourage customers to be prepared, stay cool and hydrated and practice safety by developing an emergency plan and checking in on neighbors.

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"Extreme Drought" Continues, but McKenzie has Hidden Reserves

06/23/2021

In the McKenzie River Basin, we can actually count on years of stored water supply - thanks to the McKenzie’s unique geology.

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Could a Water Crisis Happen Here?

06/21/2021

A disruption last week at a major chlorine producer in Longview, Wash., created a chlorine and caustic soda supply shortage that has affected water and wastewater utilities in Oregon and along the West Coast. Learn what EWEB is doing to protect our community's infrastructure.

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Chlorine Supply Shortage Will Not Impact EWEB

06/17/2021

EWEB is aware of the potential chlorine and caustic soda supply shortage that could affect water and wastewater utilities in Oregon and along the West Coast. The good news is that our customers are unlikely to see any impacts should the chlorine shortage intensify.

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2021 Greenpower Grant Candidates Are Ready for Your Votes

06/14/2021

EWEB is pleased to announce the eligible candidates for 2021 Greenpower project funding of up to $50,000! Funds for the grants come from voluntary Greenpower customer contributions. Two projects will be chosen through majority vote by Greenpower customers. To participate in this year's selection, customers must be registered for the Greenpower program no later than June 22.

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Commissioners to Hold Upriver Meeting June 15

06/10/2021

On June 15, EWEB Commissioners will host a series of presentations for McKenzie Valley customers along with a general question and answer session. The presentations will begin at 6 p.m. at the McKenzie Fire & Rescue Training Center in Leaburg. The meeting will take place rain or shine. The presentations will cover five topics, including McKenzie generation project updates, with a focus on Leaburg Canal; upriver Cost-of-Service Analysis and pricing update; watershed recovery status and investments; programs for McKenzie Valley customers; and wildfire mitigation.

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Solar Energy Vision Thrives at Pearl Buck Center After Greenpower Grant Award

06/09/2021

Three years after receiving a Greenpower Grant to install a solar energy system, Pearl Buck Center has recuperated its cost of installation through energy savings.

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Summer Drought Increases Chances of Harmful Algal Blooms

06/07/2021

With parts of Lane County entering “Extreme Drought” conditions, EWEB will continue to monitor the McKenzie River watershed vigilantly for “Harmful Algal Blooms” (HABs) – outbreaks of toxic cyanobacteria (single-celled, blue-green algae) that thrive in warm water conditions.

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Pure Water Partners Exhibit Watershed Restoration Projects to Local Representatives

05/26/2021

EWEB Commissioners joined local representatives on a float down the McKenzie River to learn about the many Pure Water Partners watershed restoration activities following the Holiday Farm Fire.

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