Media Corner

For Immediate Release
September 03, 2004

Local Football Team Scores Funds for Volunteer Work

Downey, CA - Central Basin Municipal Water District Director Gary Morse proudly presented the Warren High School football team with a check for $6,045 on Tuesday, August 31st for their participation in the Ultra-Low-Flush Toilet (ULFT) Distribution program. On June 5th, 2004, the team helped the District distribute 403 ULFTs to Downey residents. Coach Joe Biagioni and his team accepted the check at their afternoon football practice.

Since 1995, Central Basin has worked with non-profit, community-based organizations and local high schools to promote conservation programs while helping them earn money for their assistance. These organizations receive funding for each old "water-wasting" toilet that is returned for recycling. The money raised is used for a variety of items ranging from purchasing team uniforms to funding school improvements.

"It makes me proud to see these kids out there giving something back to their community," Morse said. "The community benefits from their involvement, and they in turn earn extra money for things they need. It's great for everyone involved."

The ULFT distribution program was established to provide the public with free high-quality toilets that save an average of 26 gallons of water per day. This translates into savings of more than 4 million gallons annually.

Central Basin is a public agency that wholesales imported water to cities, mutual water companies, investor-owned utilities and private companies in southeast Los Angeles County, serving a population of more than 1.5 million. In addition, Central Basin provides the region with recycled water for municipal, commercial and industrial uses. Formed in 1952, Central Basin is committed to ensuring a safe and reliable water supply for the region.

Director Gary Morse and coach Joe Biagioni with the Warren High School football team.