Citizens Water Academy

Citizens Water Academy

Now Accepting Applications!

Citizens Water Academy is a free program offered every two years to provide Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) customers with an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek into their water, wastewater, and recycled water services. Enjoy a light dinner at each session while you learn about how your community's essential services run 24/7.

This year's program will include classroom learning, live demonstrations, and a special tour of our Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Who Can Participate in Citizens Water Academy?

  • Applicants who live or work within DSRSD's service area will be given priority.
  • Applicants must agree to attend all sessions before being accepted into the program.
  • Adult applicants must be at least 18 years old; student applicants must be between 14 and 17 years old.
  • Anyone interested in running for a seat on the DSRSD Board of Directors is especially encouraged to attend.

New This Year: Student Participation

For the first time, DSRSD is inviting a limited number of students between the ages of 14 and 17 to participate in Citizens Water Academy. Students will get the chance to explore careers in water and wastewater services while they learn about local water issues and discover meaningful ways to contribute to sustainability in their community.

Interested students must fill out a separate Student Application(PDF, 144KB), complete with a parent or guardian signature, and email the completed application to contact@dsrsd.com by Friday, March 27. Preference will be shown to high school seniors.

Download Student Application(PDF, 144KB)

Citizens Water Academy Schedule

In celebration of Water Awareness Month, this year's program will be four Thursday night sessions throughout May at District locations in Dublin and Pleasanton. 

  • Thursday, May 7, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the District Office (7051 Dublin Blvd, Dublin)
  • Thursday, May 14, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant (7399 Johnson Dr, Pleasanton)
  • Thursday, May 21, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant (7399 Johnson Dr, Pleasanton)
  • Thursday, May 28, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the District Office (7051 Dublin Blvd, Dublin)

Submit Your Application

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