COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Shad Springer, Director of Utilities
DATE: May 6, 2025
SUBJECT: Presentation - Water Awareness Poster Contest Winners
The City Council will receive a presentation of the 2025 Water Awareness Poster Contest winners.
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
BACKGROUND:
The Utilities Department sponsors an annual Water Awareness Poster Contest for third - grade students in the Santa Maria -Bonita School District. Students compete by creating colorful posters symbolizing the importance of water awareness and conservation.
DISCUSSION:
The Utilities Department will present the six winners of this year’s Water Awareness Poster Contest. Certificates and prizes will be awarded to students with winning posters in the following categories:
Most Educational
Most Colorful
Most Artistic
Most Water Aware
Best Celebration of Water
Best Slogan
Following the presentation, the winning posters will be featured on the City’s website and social media, and highlighted in the Santa Maria Times and the Santa Maria Sun.
Fiscal Considerations
Costs associated with this contest are part of the Utilities Department’s annual budget.
Impact to the Community
The Water Awareness Poster Contest is an extension of the classroom experience where students learn about conservation and the importance of using water wisely.