The board continues to meet monthly via zoom during the pandemic and all water resources are actively monitored. New rates and fee structures for 2021 can be found under Resources - Rates.
If you would like to attend a zoom meeting please contact the office for the link to the next meeting.
Lead and Copper Testing
We have conducted our every three year lead and copper testing and received the results. These are taken from random locations and our well heads to determine what lead and copper are in the system and how it is affecting your water.
The reportable level for copper in the system is 20 parts per billion and the maximum contaminant level is 1300 parts per billion. Our system falls almost completely under the reportable level with just a few locations showing 200 to 400 parts per billion, which is well below the limits for this element.
The reportable level for lead is 1 part per billion with the maximum contaminant level being 15 parts per billion. The highest anywhere in our system was 3 parts per billion with the majority falling at or under the 1 part per billion reportable level.
The testing from our well heads shows below the reportable level for both lead and copper, which means the contamination is likely occurring due to the varieties of plumbing in various houses. However, this testing shows that our water is not corrosive enough to cause problems for any house in our district.
If you would like more specific information about these test results please contact the office. The official numbers will be published in the next consumer confidence report.
Governor's Proclamation on Utilities
Governor Inslee has issued Proclamation 20-23, pertaining to Utility Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services. Malaga Water District is committed to keeping our customers connected to essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency. If you are experiencing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be eligible for support, including long-term payment arrangements or bill assistance. This Proclamation does not relieve customers from the obligation to pay for utility services.
Consumer Update
The annual report about water quality and district business is now available for 2019. It is posted on it’s own page and you can find it here. Everything is in compliance with regulations and we continue to strive to provide our customers with the best service possible.
Open Public Meetings
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic our twice monthly meetings are now held via Zoom. If you wish to join the next meeting you are welcome to call or email the office for the link to the next meeting and it will be emailed to you. We do not publish links to protect our meetings from hackers.