By Director John L. Varela, District 1 During major storms, hundreds of households and businesses in Morgan Hill are at risk of flooding from Llagas Creek and its smaller streams. Flooding has happened multiple times over the years, including six times since 2000. I’ve seen the damage these floods leave behind, and I know how

Do you live near a creek in Santa Clara County? If so, we have a great opportunity for you. Valley Water oversees or manages about one-third of the creek channels in Santa Clara County, while the rest are owned by local agencies or private landowners. Owning or living near a creekside property can be both

At Valley Water, we’re committed to delivering safe, clean and reliable water to the people of Santa Clara County. A key part of that work is maintaining more than 150 miles of pipelines that carry raw, treated, and recycled water, some of which have been in service since the 1950s. To keep this vital infrastructure

Valley Water has released the draft Water Supply Master Plan 2050 and is seeking public input. This plan outlines how we will invest in projects that ensure a safe, clean, and reliable water supply for Santa Clara County now and in the future. The draft plan is available for review at:valleywater.org/your-water/water-supply-planning/water-supply-master-plan. We encourage you to

Valley Water has been committed to providing Santa Clara County with safe, clean water, flood protection, and environmental stewardship for nearly a century. Through smart investments, we can continue to ensure that the infrastructure that cleans, carries and stores your water remains safe and reliable. On May 27, 2025, the Valley Water Board of Directors

Valley Water has earned the Investment Policy Certification from the California Municipal Treasurers Association (CMTA). This recognition highlights Valley Water’s commitment to financial transparency, professionalism and best practices in public sector investing. The CMTA Investment Policy Certification Program was developed with the support of the California Debt and Investment Advisory Commission. The program helps public

Valley Water has completed a $20.6 million project to upgrade the Santa Teresa Water Treatment Plant, replacing 12 essential filters and installing new valves and nozzles. This is crucial for ensuring safe, high-quality water by improving the filtration process. The project is part of a broader plan to modernize aging infrastructure in Santa Clara County.

Save water and money with a laundry-to-landscape graywater system with the help of a Valley Water rebate! It’s easy as 1,2,3 1. Check your washing machine and yard Your washing machine should be near an exterior wall or above a crawl space. Your yard should be at the same level or downhill from the washing