Our Mission Statement

To provide a safe and reliable water supply and wastewater reclamation system 
for the customers of the Hi-Desert Water District in an 
efficient and financially responsible manner.

The Fish & Game Commission adopted the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan (Plan) on August 15, 2025, in compliance with the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act (Act). The Act is the law passed by the legislature in 2023 through a budget trailer bill, and the Plan is the resulting document that guides how to conserve and manage the western Joshua tree. The Act requires the commission to review the Plan biannually, beginning in 2026. This review process commenced with an online information session on January 13th, during which the timeline for public comments and the adoption of any revisions was provided. 

The current version of the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan is available by clicking on these links:  Volume 1 & Volume 2. 

Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan updates:

• Comments due February 27 before 5 p.m.  Email to WJT@wildlife.ca.gov.
• A revised draft Plan will be published in April or May.
• The draft Plan will go to the Commission in June.
• The Fish & Game Commission will consider adopting the updated Plan in August 2026.

Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act Fees:

• CDFW held a public meeting on January 29, 2026 to explain the process for fee review. The recommendation will be to increase revenue for conservation efforts, while providing some relief to single-family residential properties.  Comments are due February 27 before 5 p.m.  Email to: WJTRegulations@wildlife.ca.gov
• CDFW will release a statement of reason for adjusted fees in April 2026.

Watch CDFW Western Joshua Tree Conservation public meetings at https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Environmental-Review/WJT/Watch.

From Our Team To Our Community

Hi-Desert Water District employees came together in December with big hearts and a shared goal—giving back! Through their own generous contributions, staff raised money to support the local community. In January, some of the members of the District’s employee committee met to spread some joy, selecting two outstanding local nonprofits to support: the Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Desert and the High Desert Pregnancy Clinic.

Each of these 501(c)(3) organizations plays an important role in serving the Morongo Basin. District staff were excited to visit their facilities, learn more about the incredible work they do, and personally present each organization with a $750 donation.

Click on a link below if you'd like to learn more about these amazing organizations.
Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Desert - https://www.bgchd.org/
High Desert Pregnancy Clinic - https://hdpc.me/

CUSTOMER PARTICIPATION IS WELCOME!

You can call, email, mail a letter, or message us on social media or
attend one of our board meetings and provide your feedback.  

Our Board meetings are scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
of each month and are open to the public. 

Public participation in meetings is welcome on Zoom or in person.
Meetings are livestreamed and recorded on our website for viewing.

Upcoming Meetings:

February 4, 2026 at 4 p.m. - Regular Board Meeting
 February 18, 2026 at 4 p.m. - Regular Board Meeting