LOS ANGELES (July 11, 2023) – George McGraw, a leading expert on water and sanitation, joined the Los Angeles Board of Water and Power Commissioners for his first meeting today, following his appointment by Mayor Karen Bass and confirmation by the City Council on June 20th. He joins Board President Cynthia McClain-Hill and Board Members […]
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LADWP Board of Commissioners Approves Motion Suspending Water and Power Shutoffs for Non-Payment During L.A. Extreme Heatwaves and Cold Weather
LOS ANGELES (JUNE 27, 2023) – Los Angeles is no stranger to hot weather. Woodland Hills set an all-time high record of 121-degrees three years ago. L.A.’s hottest days of the summer season are mere weeks away. If what Texas is experiencing in June in terms of unexpected extreme heat is any indication, Angelenos need […]
LADWP Invites the Public to Attend an Open House at the Chatsworth Nature Preserve
WHAT: Annually, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) co-hosts an Open House at the Chatsworth Nature Preserve in partnership with the Santa Susana Mountain Park Association, Sky Valley Volunteers and the Herp Connection. Due to heavy rains this spring, this event is being held in June. This family-friendly event held at the […]
LADWP Debuts “And Still We Rise!” Public Photo Exhibit in Honor of Juneteenth
LOS ANGELES (June 19, 2023) – Following the Los Angeles City Council’s vote to make Juneteenth a permanent paid holiday for city workers, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) unveiled a new photo exhibit at the John Ferraro Building in Downtown Los Angeles, that spotlights the imagery and important milestones of the […]
This Father’s Day and Graduation Season, LADWP Reminds Customers to Keep Metallic Balloons Away from Power Lines
LOS ANGELES (JUNE 16, 2023) – With graduation season happening now and Father’s Day around the corner, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) would like to remind its customers that metallic balloons, also known as Mylar balloons, can cause power outages that can impact entire communities, and pose a public safety risk. […]
Wind Power Agreement Moves LADWP Closer to a Carbon Free Future While Saving Millions for Customers
Contract Extension Will Save $72.3 Million Over Four Years and Provide Green Power for 116,000 L.A. Homes Annually Photo of Windy Point Project, courtesy of Windy Flats Partners, LLC LOS ANGELES (JUNE 5, 2023) – The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has taken a significant step toward achieving 100% clean energy for […]
