Local Water Agencies Join Forces to Address Drought through Rain Barrel Distribution Event

Pasadena Water and Power Partners with Neighboring Districts to Promote Water Conservation Measures

In a collaborative effort to address the ongoing drought, Pasadena Water and Power has partnered with several local water agencies to host a rain barrel distribution event, encouraging residents to embrace water-saving measures. The event, scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., will take place at the Foothill Municipal Water District (FMWD) headquarters in La Cañada Flintridge located at 4536 Hampton Rd, La Cañada Flintridge,.

The rain barrel distribution event is a joint initiative by Pasadena Water and Power, FMWD, Crescenta Valley Water District, Liberty Utilities, Glendale Water and Power, and Burbank Water and Power. Customers are required to pre-order their rain barrels through Rain Barrels Intl. and then pick them up at the event. Pasadena residents will receive a rebate from Pasadena Water and Power, covering the full cost of the rain barrel, while other participating cities and water agencies offer a $35 rebate per barrel, with a maximum of two rebates per household.

The rain barrels, made from recycled “food grade” plastic, stand 39 inches tall, measure 23 inches in diameter, and have a capacity of over 51 gallons. They come equipped with a 4-inch tight, steel mesh screen and are available in black or terracotta colors. The collected rainwater is sufficient to water a small garden, making the barrels an effective tool for water conservation.

As California continues to face water scarcity challenges, the rain barrel distribution event serves as a testament to the proactive steps being taken by local water agencies to promote conservation. By encouraging residents to collect and utilize rainwater, the participating agencies aim to reduce the strain on existing water resources and foster a culture of sustainability.

For more information about the event or to pre-order a rain barrel, residents are encouraged to visit the Rain Barrels Intl. website or contact Pasadena Water and Power’s Water Conservation department at (626) 744.7926.