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February 2024

grease collection day

Another successful year for RWRD’s annual grease drive

Pima County’s 19th annual grease collection drive on Jan. 6 kept 5,625 pounds of grease and oil out of the sanitary sewer system.

For four hours, volunteers braved the early morning cold to scrape shortening from old coffee cans and pour rancid oil from plastic jugs.

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Director's View: RWRD's commitment to fiscal responsibility

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The current fiscal year is quickly coming to a close. I look forward to seeing another year’s worth of statistics that should reveal we had another successful year. Thank you all for helping contribute to that success. 

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Safety Corner: Having a Healthy Heart

cyclists on The Loop

In most cases, heart disease is preventable when people adopt a healthy lifestyle, which includes not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, treating high blood pressure, getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity a week, and getting regular checkups.

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Spotlight: Water Energy and Sustainability Center

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With its spacious layout, modern design and advanced technology, the Water Energy and Sustainability Center is one of RWRD’s proudest accomplishments. Located at 2955 W. Calle Agua Nueva, the facility embodies the innovative spirit and commitment to sustainability that have always driven Pima County’s wastewater utility. 

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Comings and Goings

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Wondering what's new in your division this month? Curious to learn about all of the latest hires, rehires, transfers or promotions? Here's where you'll find the latest staffing updates at RWRD! 

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Wastewater Fact of the Month

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How many miles of public sewer lines are there in the United States? 

Click on the button below to see the answer! 

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Thanks to this month's contributors:

  • Michael Bergan
  • Jackson Jenkins