Vandenberg Village Community Services District

03/12/2026

The filter system returned to service on Monday, March 9. The iron and manganese particles currently in the water should clear over the next few days. It may take about a week for the new, filtered water to fully replace the existing water in the distribution system, but you should see steady improvement each day. Thank you for your patience throughout this project.

If you have questions about your water quality, please contact the District office at (805) 733‑2475, or the Santa Barbara Division of the State Water Resources Control Board at (805) 566‑1326.

March 10, 2026

01/22/2026

Vandenberg Village Community Services District is currently upgrading its water filtration system. This work involves removing and replacing the media inside the filter vessel. The filtration system that typically removes secondary contaminants such as iron and manganese must be temporarily bypassed during this process. During this time, the water will be disinfected only.

While the filter is out of service, customers may notice temporary changes in the water’s taste or smell. Despite these aesthetic differences, the water remains safe to drink.

Iron: Levels above the EPA’s Secondary Maximum Contaminant Level (SMCL) of 0.3 milligrams per liter (mg/L) may occur. Elevated iron can cause aesthetic issues such as metallic taste, reddish‑brown staining of fixtures and laundry, and potential buildup in plumbing. These levels do not pose a health risk and remain safe for consumption.

Manganese: Manganese is a naturally occurring element often found in groundwater. Although it does not have an enforceable federal Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL), the EPA has set a non-enforceable SMCL of 0.05 mg/L to address aesthetic concerns such as taste, odor, and staining.

For more information about secondary contaminants, please visit the EPA’s website:
https://www.epa.gov/sdwa/secondary-drinking-water-standards-guidance-nuisance-chemicals

If you have questions about your water quality, please contact the District office at (805) 733‑2475, or the Santa Barbara Division of the State Water Resources Control Board at (805) 566‑1326.

01/29/2025

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01/16/2025

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01/08/2025

NOTICE OF VACANCY ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

For the Vandenberg Village Community Services District and the Intent to Appoint

To all interested and qualified persons:

There is a vacancy on the Board of Directors for the Vandenberg Village Community Services District due to the resignation of Director Michael Garner effective December 6, 2024.

The remaining Directors intend to appoint a person to this vacancy at a Board meeting to be held at the District office at the address above on February 4, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. The appointment will be for the term of office until the general election on November 3, 2026.

Any person interested in being appointed to the Board of Directors should submit a Candidate’s Statement of Qualifications to the District General Manager no later than noon on Friday, January 24, 2025. All statements from candidates will be provided to the Board members and will become public record. Qualified candidates must reside within the service boundaries of the District and be a registered voter.

If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Allen, General Manager, at (805) 733‑2475 or [email protected].

NOTICE OF VACANCY ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

11/27/2024

Vandenberg Village Community Services District is partnering with Flume to offer its customers a discount on Flume Smart Home Water Monitors. Only a limited number are available at this special price so visit https://flumewater.com/vandenberg/ to get yours today.

11/06/2024

UPDATE: The water is back on but you may continue to see discolored water. Run the cold water in your furthest bathroom for five minutes. If it does not clear up after a few minutes, wait for an extended period of time (about two hours) and try running the cold faucets again for five minutes. If the water still has not cleared up by the next day, please call us at (805) 733-2475.

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We are aware of issues with water service to some areas of Vandenberg Village today and our crew is currently on site repairing a broken water main. Your water should be back to normal by the end of the day.

Please note that discolored water throughout the village is expected. It should be cleared up within 24 hours. If the water still has not cleared up by tomorrow, please call us at (805) 733-2475.

Thank you for your understanding.

09/19/2024

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06/17/2024

We apologize for discolored water in some areas today. We needed to close a valve to repair a leak and it stirred up some sediment. Please note that there are no health risks associated with the discoloration or sediment. To avoid staining your clothing, it is recommended not to do laundry until your water runs clear.

To clear your lines, run your cold water at the faucet furthest from the street until the water is clear. If you have questions, please call VVCSD at (805) 733-2475.

06/07/2024

Dos Pueblos High School Wins the 2024 WaterWise High School Video Contest!

The Countywide Student Contest’s theme was “Tips for an Inspired Water Wise Garden”

1st Place - ‘An Animated Journey for a WaterWise Garden”’

We would like to thank all of the students that participated!
To view all student video submissions and learn more about our sponsors visit our High School Video Contest webpage on www.waterwisesb.org/hsvc