Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis through Sept. Agency sponsors would be responsible for materials and supplies.Įligible projects include installation of water-efficient landscaping and irrigation systems replacement of plumbing fixtures at schools, public agencies and commercial properties installation of water-efficient fixtures such as low-flow toilets water efficiency education and outreach activities in disadvantaged communities and energy projects that contribute to energy and water conservation.įive crews of 10 members each will be fully trained on irrigation and plumbing systems and ready for assignments after July 25. Crews will be working out of CCC centers in Napa, Stockton, Santa Maria, Inland Empire, and Norwalk and would prefer projects within 50 miles or a one-hour drive of those locations.Īpplicants are required to submit a short application to the CCC detailing the scope of the project. The California Conservation Corps is making crews available to assist with water efficiency projects through a new program funded by emergency drought relief legislation enacted earlier this year.Īs part of the program, supervised CCC crews will complete water conservation projects such as plumbing retrofits and installation of water-efficient landscaping at no cost to public agencies and non-profit organizations, as well as commercial property owners. Article, written by Lisa Lien-Mager, appears on the Association of California Water Agencies website.