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PRESS RELEASE: Pueblo West Metro District launching new Community Volunteer Program

For immediate release

PUEBLO WEST, Colo. — The Pueblo West Metropolitan District is unveiling a new Community Volunteer Program designed to administer citizen-led initiatives, community service projects, and upcoming community events.

“Over the yea...

Pueblo West Water purchases additional water rights in Twin Lakes Reservoir and Canal Company

The Pueblo West Metropolitan District Water Department has expanded its water resources following the purchase of shares in the Twin Lakes Reservoir and Canal Company, located between Buena Vista and Leadville.

“To better serve our customers, Pueblo West W...

How do I prepare my pipes for extreme cold? What do I do if my pipes freeze?

Frozen pipes are a wintertime concern in Colorado, especially when temperatures drop below 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Such dips in temperature pose safety concerns as well as the risk of frozen pipes in your home.

Residents are asked to take precautions to keep...

Bond named 2022 Pueblo West Metro District Employee of the Year

Water utility maintenance technician Ray Bond has been named the Pueblo West Metropolitan District 2022 Employee of the Year award. Bond received the award during the Pueblo West Metro District Employee Appreciation Party on Saturday, Dec. 17.

Bond was amo...

Collections & Distribution team recognized for safety

The Pueblo West Metro District Water Department Collection and Distribution (C&D) team was recognized this month for their commitment to safety.

"Every time I made a suggestion to improve the safety environment in their department, it was fixed,&q...

Outdoor Efficiency

• Mulch planting beds with newspaper, leaves, bark, or wood chips. Mulches retain soil moisture and improve soil quality.
• Water your plantings with a soaker hose or a drip irrigation system. Less water evaporates this way than with a sprinkler, and you targe...