Proposed New Rate Structure Presentation
New Rate Structure Proposal Shared at Annual Meeting At the December 14 annual meeting, there was a presentation and discussion of a new rate structure proposal. Unfortunately, the attendance at the Annual Meeting was low. Through the below link members who were...
Tips To Save Water and Cut Your Water Bills In Half
Eastsound Water's new rate structure proposal is a significant change from the current rate structure that has existed since 2004. Lower water users will pay less under the new proposal. Higher water users will pay more,...
2017 Annual Meeting Reminder
EWUA 2017 Annual Meeting REMINDER Eastsound Water is hosting a membership meeting on: Thursday, December 14, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. At this meeting you’ll: Learn about and comment on a proposed new water...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Eastsound Water Performance Recognition
Eastsound Water has recently achieved a State of Washington Water Treatment FIRST.
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...