Serving Goleta with Excellence Since 1954

The Goleta West Sanitary District was formed in 1954 and for decades has provided award-winning service in wastewater collection and treatment for our customers – the citizens and businesses of Western Goleta Valley and Isla Vista.

We are very proud of our longstanding street-sweeping program, which helps prevent polluted storm water runoff. GWSD is also proud of its fiscal management, Goleta West customers see some of the lowest rates in the area and the District has won several local and state awards for operation and maintenance of its wastewater collection system.

Since 1963, Goleta West Sanitary District has been providing street sweeping service for Isla Vista and western Goleta.

The District was the first South Coast agency to implement a street sweeping program that removes trash and toxins from storm water runoff that flows into our creeks, wetlands, ocean and beaches. Unlike many government agencies, Goleta West owns and operates a street sweeper, making this service very reliable and flexible. Eastern Goleta street sweeping is contracted out by the City of Goleta.

Have any comments or suggestions about your Street Sweeping Services? Let us know.

Learn more about our Adopt-a-Block program by visiting our Environmental Programs page.

Goleta West Sanitary District is operated by a total staff of seven who are responsible for daily operations, ongoing maintenance, and upgrades to the system as well as the implementation of various environmental programs such as street sweeping and waste water quality testing.

GWSD is committed to having a highly trained and knowledgeable staff. The entire staff holds Collection System Maintenance Certification through the California Water Environment Association in addition to other professional wastewater related certifications and credentials. Additionally, the District is proud of its award-winning safety record.

• Operate and maintain the wastewater collection system including approximately 63 miles of sewer lines and 2 pump stations.
• Provide wastewater treatment through a contractual agreement with the Goleta Sanitary District.
• Permit businesses and industries to ensure compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act and the Regional Water Quality Control Board.
• Issue permits to allow connection to the District’s system.
• Inspect new construction for compliance with GWSD standards.
• Regular street sweeping to help prevent stormwater pollution.