Water Utilities Press Releases

2021

2020 Water Quality Reports Released

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) announced the publication of its 2020 Annual Water Quality Reports for both the eastern and western communities on Friday, April 30. As evidenced by the reports, which are available online at PBCWater.com by clicking on the “Water Quality" t ...

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Water Utilities Garners Three Awards from Florida Water Environmental Association

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) earned three awards at the annual Florida Water Environmental Association (FWEA) awards banquet, held virtually on Tuesday. ...

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Utilities Assistance Offered Through Palm Beach County Community Services

The Palm Beach County Community Services Department is offering rental, relocation and utility assistance for those who experienced a loss of income as a direct result of COVID-19. ...

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2021 Rate Study Information

Following recommended best practices from the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) periodically undertakes a rate study to ensure its service rates and charges are based on sound utility accounting, management and financial principles wh ...

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Temporary Modification to Water Disinfection Process to Run January 11-31

In order to maintain compliance with regulatory water quality requirements in the water distribution system, the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) will temporarily modify its water disinfection process between Monday, January 11 and Sunday, January 31, 2021. ...

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Force Main Break Causes Closure of Northbound Seminole Pratt Whitney

A force main break near the intersection of Southern Boulevard and Seminole Pratt Whitney Road has caused the closure of the northbound lanes of Seminole Pratt Whitney Road between Southern Boulevard and Okeechobee Boulevard. ...

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American Society of Civil Engineers Awards WUD "Project of the Year"

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) received the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Florida Section Project of the Year award during a virtual ceremony Wednesday, November 4. ...

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Don't Flush Animal Waste Bags!

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) reminds residents that only toilet paper should be flushed into the wastewater system. ...

AAA Bond Rating Re-Affirmed by All Three Major Rating Services

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) had its triple A bond rating re-affirmed by all three major rating services – S&P Global, Fitch and Moody's – after a recent review of PBCWUD's enterprise and financial risk profile. ...

Temporary Modification to Water Disinfection Process to Begin July 8

In order to maintain compliance with regulatory water quality requirements in the water distribution system, the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) will temporarily modify its water disinfection process between Wednesday, July 8 and Wednesday, July 29, 2020. ...

Water Utilities Garners Awards from FWEA

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) was presented with four awards by the Florida Water Environment Association (FWEA) on Tuesday, April 28. Originally to be held at the annual Florida Water Resources Conference, the awards ceremony was conducted virtually due to the cancella ...

2019 Water Quality Reports Released

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) announced the publication of its 2019 Annual Water Quality Reports for both the eastern and western communities on Friday, May 15. As evidenced by the reports, which are available online at pbcwater.com by clicking on the "Water Quality" ta ...

PBCWUD Closes Lobbies Except for Essential Deliveries

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) announced Wednesday that effective immediately, and until further notice, the entrances to all PBCWUD facilities are closed, except for essential deliveries. ...

County's Water Safe for Consumption, No Shortage of Supply

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) drinking water is safe from contamination of the COVID-19 virus. Furthermore, PBCWUD customers will experience no shortage of potable water supplies should the spread of the illness further impact Palm Beach County. ...

PBCWUD Recognized for Design-Build Florida Project of the Year

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) and Globaltech, Inc. were presented with the award for Best Overall in the Water/Wastewater Category from the Design-Build Institute of America Florida Region (DBIA FL) "Design-Build Project of the Year Awards" for the PBCWUD Optimization a ...

Temporary Modification of Water Disinfection Process to Begin January 11

In order to maintain compliance with regulatory water quality requirements in the water distribution system, the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) will temporarily modify its water disinfection process between Saturday, January 11 and Friday, January 31, 2020. ...

2019

WUD Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States (GFOA) for its 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). ...

PBCWUD Celebrates 50 Years of Service

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) celebrated 50 years of service this week. ...

PBCWUD Receives Highest Bond Rating

The Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) received a triple A bond rating from all three major rating services – S&P Global, Fitch and Moody's – Wednesday after a recent review of PBCWUD's enterprise and financial risk profile. ...

PBCWUD Ready Should Hurricane Season Intensify in Weeks Ahead

While the impact of any storm cannot be predicted, staff with the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) understand that the best way to ensure minimal impact to the life-essential service we provide our customers is through preparation. ...

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