Posting of 2016 Member Engagement Process Update

Back in 2016, prior to the development of the current Eastsound Water website, a significant membership engagement process was initiated to explore the question of “How should the costs of operating and maintaining our water system be shared equitably and fairly among...

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Residential Water Use Chart

How does your home's water use compare to others? This chart might help you understand how your water use compares to others. One of the features of the new rate structures being considered by the EWUA Board is eliminating the "base allotment" concept (5000...

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2017 Annual Meeting Announcement

EWUA 2017 Annual Meeting Eastsound Water is hosting a membership meeting on Thursday, December 14, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. A special rate committee made up from the Eastsound Water Board and general Association members, have worked throughout...

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Avoiding a Costly Water Leak

Water for the future is a growing concern on Orcas. I get lots of questions about Eastsound Water’s ability to support the planned growth in our service area. Your Eastsound Water Board and staff are prepared to meet future demand AND continue to promote responsible...

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Winterizing Tips

Sub-freezing conditions are just around the corner on Orcas. It’s time to start thinking about “winterizing”. The long range forecast for this coming winter includes a moderate chance of lower than normal temperatures. Below are some of Eastsound Water’s suggestions...

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Rate Study Update from Board of Directors

EWUA Rate Committee — Progress Report The Board of EWUA — following a member engagement discussion in September 2016 — has undertaken a review of all aspects of our water use rate structure. A Rate Committee was established consisting of three Board Members, the...

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EyeOnWater Feature

YEAH! Over 100 members who have established a LOGIN to Eastsound Water’s new EyeOnWater feature. This new feature allows members to view their recent water use, compare current use to historic use and set leak detection alerts. (Just hearing about EyeOnWater?, Check...

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