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Former San Jose Water Employee Knits Over 600 Teddy Bears For Children

Tue, 05/29/2018 - 12:00

Gisela Foster, a former San Jose Water employee in the Data Processing Department, has a lot more to share than just her wisdom and skills gained throughout years of work. The 80-year-old has knitted over 600 teddy bears for sick children.

Fun Stuff

Employees

Montevina Water Treatment Plant Ribbon Cutting

Montevina Water Treatment Plant Now Serving San Jose Water Customers

Wed, 05/23/2018 - 12:00

Earlier today, San Jose Water's CEO Eric W. Thornburg and President and COO Andrew Gere were joined by Los Gatos Mayor Rob Rennie, and Santa Clara Valley Water District Director Gary Kremen to unveil the SJW's newest, state-of-the-art water treatment facility. The ceremony included HDR Constructor's President Doug Lisak, HDR as the design-build partner helped to bring this project through design and construction and has supported it's return to operation.

Industry News

Graphic breaking down water types, safety, mineral content and impact on the environment

Water 101

Thu, 05/24/2018 - 12:00

You know water is important. You know we rely on water for most aspects of our life, from laundry, to cooking, to bathing, and everything in between. But what do you REALLY know about water?

Industry News

Fun Stuff

Image of rain barrel and instructions for how to create one yourself.

DIY Rainwater Catcher

Wed, 05/16/2018 - 12:00

Build a rain catcher now. Be ready when rain returns!

Conservation

Fun Stuff

Rebuilding Together With SJW

Tue, 05/08/2018 - 12:00

San Jose Water has been supporting Rebuilding Together’s efforts to provide home repairs and safety upgrades to Santa Clara County residents for over 20 years. Over that time we’ve supported the home improvements necessary to improve accessibility for seniors and individuals with disabilities and given safe, upgraded homes to low-income homeowners in partnership with the non-profit organization.

Construction

People lined up to run a marathon on a sunny day

Irene: SJW's Ironwoman

Wed, 01/03/2018 - 12:00

Let this sink in: 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile ride, 26.2 mile run.

Employees

Water Professionals Appreciation Week

Fri, 11/10/2017 - 12:00

October 7-15th is Water Professionals Appreciation Week. To celebrate, we’re featuring some of the men and women who help ensure water is available for our community 24/7.

Employees