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Update from Water Quality Team - July 10, 2023

Occasionally, during the warmer months, some customers may experience a different taste or odor in their drinking water. Some describe the water as tasting and smelling earthy or musty. This temporary change is caused by naturally occurring compounds produced by algae growth which occurs in some areas of our reservoirs during sunnier times of the year.

News Release - May 31, 2023


Marin Water has received a boost in its efforts to modernize aging water infrastructure, securing a $6.4 million grant from the California Department of Water Resources to fund major upgrades to water infrastructure in Marin City and San Rafael’s Canal district.

News Release - May 17, 2023

Corte Madera – The Marin Water Board of Directors has approved changes to customer water rates, fees and charges that will help the District recover from the recent drought and ensure crucial investments in water supply alternatives, aging infrastructure as well as wildfire mitigation and forest-health efforts on the Mount Tamalpais Watershed – the District’s primary source of water supply.

Statement on Lawsuit Settlement - May 4, 2023

Update from Water Quality Team - May 2, 2023

Marin Water’s 2022 Annual Water Quality Report is now available online. The report outlines Marin Water’s ongoing commitment to providing high quality drinking water to our customers.  

Budget Update - Apr. 28, 2023

On Tuesday, May 2, the Marin Water Board of Directors will meet for a Study Session on the upcoming proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24 and 2024-25. The Study Session will provide the Board with a preview of Marin Water’s two-year proposed budget before it is formally adopted at a Board meeting in June.

Update from Water Quality Team - Feb. 7, 2023

Due to recent operational changes, some customers may experience a different taste or odor in their drinking water through the end of the week.  

The source is naturally occurring compounds produced by algae, which may cause water to taste or smell earthy and musty.  

Customer Water Rates Update - Jan. 25, 2023

Water Efficiency Update - Jan. 24, 2023

Get your yard ready now for the warmer months ahead by upgrading to a WaterSense smart irrigation controller!

Marin Waters has partnered with Rachio to offer an additional $20 off a purchase of a Rachio 3 Smart Controller.

From January 24 – 31 you can purchase an 8-zone model for just $49.99, or a 16-zone model for $69.99.

Marin Water also offers a rebate of up to $100 on any WaterSense labelled controller.

Infrastructure Maintenance Update – Jan. 18, 2023 

In February, some residents may see Marin Water crews in their neighborhood as they clean water mains in parts of the District's service area. Water main cleaning, also known as flushing, is an important step we take to deliver clean, reliable water. 

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