Good morning, Escondido.

On June 2, the Metropolitan Water District and the San Diego County Water Authority ended a 15-year legal dispute over water exchange pricing—settling on a fixed price starting at $671 per acre-foot in 2026 to reduce litigation and improve fiscal stability.

The agreement also allows the Water Authority to offer water to other agencies and calls for a review every five years to ensure smooth implementation.

At today's Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Jim Desmond called for immediate federal action to stop toxic sewage from Mexico that closed Coronado beaches on Memorial Day and made residents and Navy SEALs sick.

He is introducing a resolution that will require SANDAG to pursue toll revenue, push trade restrictions, and declare an emergency to protect public health.

Local officials and business leaders celebrated a settlement that ended 15 years of litigation between the San Diego County Water Authority and Metropolitan Water District—officials said the move will help stabilize water rates and support the regional economy.

The Escondido Fire Department received a $19,000 grant from the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation to purchase advanced rope rescue equipment—such as 5,000 feet of 11mm life-safety rope and specialized descent and belay devices—to improve safety during rescues in difficult settings. Fire Chief John Tenger said the new gear will help firefighters carry out technical rescues more safely while protecting the community.

Palomar Gem and Mineral Show

10 a.m. - 5 p.m., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Entry fee TBD — Discover beautiful mineral specimens, cut gems, fossils, and exquisite jewelry crafted from the earth's treasures.