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About South Bay Irrigation District (SBID)
What is SBID?
South Bay Irrigation District was formed as an
independent California Special District in 1951 to represent local
residents. Voter approval assured the
move toward access to imported water from the San Diego County
Water Authority (SDCWA), the County's water wholesaler. At
that time, local water resources were inadequate to serve the
needs of those living and working in the growing Sweetwater
Valley.
In 1977, as a result of another public initiative, South Bay Irrigation District and
National City formed a joint powers public water agency, named
Sweetwater Authority. Sweetwater Authority manages
and operates the water system, providing water to National
City, western portions of Chula Vista and Bonita, California.
Sweetwater Authority's governing board, or board of directors, is composed of seven members. Five directors are elected by division by the citizens of the South Bay Irrigation District. Two directors are appointed by the Mayor of National City, subject to City Council confirmation.
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