At the Wednesday, August 19th City Council meeting Encinitas Ranch was recognized for Excellence in Environmental Stewardship as part of the 2019 formal Environmental Award program.

The following is a link to the associated Press Release:

https://encinitasca.gov/Home/City-News/ArticleID/228

The recognition was given for three major focus areas: 

• Completion of one of the largest reclaimed water projects in northern San Diego County for 2019. This project delivers 13.7 million gallons of reclaimed water per year. It was a joint effort with the San Elijo Joint Powers Authority, the San Dieguito Water District, the City of Encinitas and BrightView, our landscaping contractor. This provides us with a sustainable source of water in the future throughout all climate conditions including severe droughts and at a much lower cost.
• The community installed a fully automated smart irrigation system that provides increased efficiencies and effectiveness for water management.
• BrightView has transitioned from gasoline powered landscaping equipment to battery based. This includes battery powered leaf blowers, edgers and electric lawn mowers.