Thousand Oaks, CA
Home MenuThe Sustainability Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for the management of solid and hazardous waste, and for developing programs to reduce energy and water use. The Division is also responsible for the development of a Climate and Environmental Action Plan, community energy action plan, and clean energy programs including coordination with the Clean Power Alliance. The City of Thousand Oaks prides itself on environmental leadership, employs over 60% alternative fuel vehicles in its fleet, and encourages the use of bicycles and public transit.
Extreme Drought - Water Conservation Regulations in EffectIn 2022 California recorded its driest January through March period on record, entering a third consecutive year of drought. On March 18, 2022, the Department of Water Resources, operator of the State Water Project (SWP), announced that water agencies throughout California should prepare for an allocation of only 5 percent of a full supply for 2022. On April 26, the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) declared a Water Shortage Emergency in which they limited outdoor irrigation to one day per week in SWP Dependent Areas effective June 1st. This action affects approximately 6.6 million people, including the City of Thousand Oaks. ** On May 24, 2022, City Council approved Level 4 Conservation Measures effective immediately. One day per week outdoor watering. Click HERE for a list of Level 4 requirements. You can read the staff report HERE and watch the meeting HERE. ** |
2022 WASTE COLLECTION & STREET SWEEPING MAP (ALL CITY)
Collection Day Area Maps: MONDAY - TUESDAY - WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY - FRIDAY
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Water Conservation: Low-Volume Irrigation and Hand Watering
June 2022. Level 4 water conservation measures require watering with low-volume irrigation systems or hand watering. Residents and businesses have until July 31st, 2022 to transition from traditional spray sprinklers to low-volume systems.
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Where is my water going? Am I using a lot? How do I know?
June 2022. We are in an extreme water shortage and the message is getting out. Many people are asking for help in understanding their water usage and how they can reduce it. Fortunately, there are some great new tools available that are inexpensive, easy to use, and eliminate the guesswork.
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Water Conservation: Watering Days and Times
June 2022. Level 4 water conservation measures are in effect. Here are some of the key requirements starting with allowable watering days and times. These apply throughout the City regardless of your water service provider.
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Save on Gas, Take the Beach Bus!
June 2022. Summer is fast approaching, and Thousand Oaks Transit is once again operating the Summer Beach Bus, a regularly scheduled public transportation service between Thousand Oaks and Zuma Beach in Malibu.
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Water Shortage Declaration: Level 4
May 2022. On May 24, Thousand Oaks City Council adopted Level 4 water conservation measures effective immediately. The most significant impact to most residents is the limitation on outdoor watering to one day a week.
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