RWPUD What's New

What's New

Three RWPUD Board Positions to be on November 2008 Election
Three board member positions (Sub-Districts 1, 3, and 4) will be on the November 2008 General Election. The first day to file for office is July 17, 2008. The last day for PUD candidates to file for office is August 26, 2008. For more information, visit the Multnomah County Elections website.

Multnomah County Elections Calendar

Multnomah County Elections Forms

Grant Butte Reservoir Demolition Update
As reported previously, we have decided that it is time to remove the Grant Butte reservoir that we own. The neighborhood near Grant Butte reservoir has experienced more frequent transient camps and other problems around the reservoir site. The reservoir was built in the 1960's and because of design errors was never used. Due to the steep hillside, it has taken longer to design the proper removal of the reservoir. Our engineers are currently finishing the design of the demolition and fill of the area. The current plans include a trail and landscaping that is not conducive to camping. We still hope to remove the structure by the end of September and will provide more direct information to the nearby neighborhood as plans are completed. If you have any questions about the project, please call District Manager Harvey Barnes at 503-665-4179 or email districtmanager@rwpud.org.

141st Avenue Pump Station and Reservoir Project Update
Rockwood Water PUD owns a reservoir and pump station located on NE 141st Avenue that was built in the 1960's. The pump station no longer meets the summer demands of the area and only has one pump. In addition, when built, the reservoir was not designed to withstand earthquake activity. We are currently designing a new pump station for the site that will meet flow demands for many years in the future. The project will also include some updates to the reservoir. We expect to have the design completed by September and construction will begin in October after the busy summer season. The new pump station will provide adequate fire flow as well. The facility will also have an auxiliary power supply on site in case we lose line power in the area. We will provide the surrounding neighborhood with more detailed information about the project as it becomes available.

FREE Conservation Products - Save Water Outdoors
Let us help you save water outdoors this summer. Stop by the District office or call 503-665-4179 to request your choice of the following free water saving items:

outdoor water conservation kit (includes hose nozzle; rain gauge; 3 hose washers with screen; and male and female hose end repair kits)

automatic sprinkler timer

heavy-duty hose nozzle

water-efficient plant guide

2007 Water Quality Report
Drinking water regulations require water utilities to provide water quality information to customers every year. The District's 2007 Water Quality Report, informing you about the quality of your drinking water and was mailed out in June. It can also be viewed below. Should you have any questions regarding the report or the quality of your drinking water, please call the District's water quality staff at 503-665-4179 or e-mail waterquality@rwpud.org.

2007 Water Quality Report

Is Your Home Water Smart? Find Out For Free!
Good News! Rockwood Water People's Utility District is offering customers* a FREE Home Water Assessment and a FREE Home Energy Review brought to you by Energy Trust of Oregon. An energy advisor will come to your home, check for leaks, recommend water and energy saving measures specific to your home and install FREE water and energy saving devices that include, faucet aerators, showerheads, and compact fluorescent lightbulbs. To schedule your FREE Home Water Assessment & FREE Home Energy Review, please call Energy Trust at 1-866-ENTRUST. We look forward to helping you save!
* You must have a Rockwood Water People's Utility District residential water customer account and you must be a residential customer of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power or NW Natural in order to qualify for both the free home water assessment and free home energy review.

Customer Assistance Program
The District offers qualifying low-income customers financial assistance with their water bills. To find out if you meet income guidelines, contact Human Solutions, Inc., at one of the following offices:

Gresham Office:
503-988-4531
501 NE Hood Street

Portland Office:
503-548-0200
12350 SE Powell Blvd.
(old Powell Valley Road Water District office)

Sign Up for AutoPay!
For your convenience, the District now offers an Auto Pay Program. Payment of your water bill can be handled automatically by deducting the amount due from your bank account. For more information, please contact the District office. To sign up, simply print the Auto Pay authorization form, fill it out and return it to the District office along with a voided check or deposit slip. It's that simple! The form is in PDF format and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing or printing.