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August 10, 2026

Desert Water Agency Increases Bill Assistance Program

Desert Water Agency (DWA) is expanding its Help2Others billing assistance program, giving income eligible customers a one-time $300 credit per 12-month period to help pay their water bills.

July 1, 2026

Salt & Nutrient Management Plan Community Meeting

Take part in the conversation about local groundwater at a Coachella Valley Salt & Nutrient Management Plan (CV-SNMP) community meeting. The workshop is the third in a series of community engagement sessions.

June 30, 2026

Board Adopts New Rates

On June 16, 2026, the DWA Board of Directors approved a rate increase for water, recycled water and wastewater.

June 23, 2026

Annual Water Quality Report Now Available

Desert Water Agency (DWA) is dedicated to providing a safe, reliable water supply today and for future generations.

May 20, 2026

Desert Water Agency Wins Statewide Award for Bringing Mission, Vision and Values to Life

Desert Water Agency earned a 2026 EPIC Award from the California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) for its Mission, Vision & Values video, highlighting the Agency’s Strategic Plan and organizational culture.

May 11, 2026

Desert Water Agency Launches New Website

Desert Water Agency (DWA) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, which is now live, as of Monday, May 11, 2026.

The image showcases hands holding a stylized red drop, symbolizing the importance of blood donation, with the phrase "Every Drop Counts."

April 22, 2026

DWA Hosts Blood Drive

DWA will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6. The Bloodmobile will be in our office parking lot, 1200 S. Gene Autry Trail in Palm Springs. Blood donations are needed now more than ever. Please make an appointment to donate if you are able.

April 7, 2026

2025 Regional UWMP Under Development

California’s Urban Water Management Planning Act (UWMP Act) requires urban water suppliers in the state to adopt an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) every five years.

April 6, 2026

Old Las Palmas/Vista Las Palmas Pipeline Replacement Project

Desert Water Agency is replacing several aging water pipelines throughout our system to help improve water reliability, decrease repair costs and...

March 4, 2026

DWA Hosts Blood Drive

DWA will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11. The Bloodmobile will be in our office parking lot, 1200 S. Gene Autry Trail in Palm Springs. Appointments can be made online by clicking here: LifeStream Donation Appointment Portal. Walk-ups are also welcome. Blood donations are needed now more than ever. Please make an appointment to donate if you are able. Donors must be…

January 6, 2026

DWA Board Elects 2026 Officers

At its January 6, 2026, meeting, the Desert Water Agency Board of Directors conducted its annual election of officers.