Category: WVWD News

Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) proudly announces the start of renovations for its new headquarters, marking a pivotal moment in its efforts to enhance operational efficiency and community engagement. The project includes the transformation of warehouse buildings acquired by WVWD in 2019, located adjacent to the current offices. These upgrades will feature modern board rooms,…

Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has taken a significant step towards bolstering local water sustainability through the expansion of its recycled water infrastructure. Recently, the WVWD Board of Directors approved the purchase of the North Side Line from the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, facilitating direct access to recycled water on the Upper Portion Pipeline…

Team Members Presented at 5 Educational Sessions Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) proudly celebrates the participation, contributions, and leadership of its team members who presented at the 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE) hosted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). The conference was held from June 10-13 in Anaheim, CA. ACE provided WVWD with…

Lily Lopez, the Director of External Affairs & Sustainability at Walnut Valley Water District, was honored with the esteemed 5 Under 35 Outstanding Young Professional Award at the 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE) held in Anaheim, CA, by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). This significant recognition underscores Lopez’s exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication…

In a proactive effort to enhance customer communication and promote water conservation, Walnut Valley Water District announces the launch of a new text message alert system aimed at promptly notifying customers about potential water leaks on their properties. This initiative reflects the district’s commitment to supporting California’s statewide initiative to “Make Conservation a Way of…

Coalition Address Environmentalist Concerns Regarding Water Conservation Rules In response to the recent release of the California State Water Resources Control Board’s (State Water Board) updated Urban Water Use Objectives, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD), Rowland Water District (RWD), and Bellflower-Somerset Mutual Water Company (BSMWC) issue this joint statement to address concerns and clarify their…

Local Water Agencies Join Forces to Back Senator Archuleta’s Bill (SB 1330), Offering Relief to California Residents In a significant move aimed at alleviating the financial strain on water suppliers and households, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD), Rowland Water District (RWD), and Bellflower-Somerset Mutual Water Company have come together to co-sponsor a landmark bill, SB…

Walnut Valley Water District is pleased to announce a significant transition in leadership as Erik Hitchman, P.E., retires from his role as General Manager/Chief Engineer effective February 29, 2024. Following Erik’s retirement, Sheryl Shaw, P.E., the current Director of Engineering, will step into the role of General Manager on March 1, 2024. Erik Hitchman, a…

Best Wishes to Mr. Erik Hitchman, P.E. In His Retirement Walnut Valley Water District prepares to bid farewell to Erik Hitchman, P.E., a visionary leader and dedicated professional in the field of water management, as he retires from his role as General Manager/Chief Engineer. Erik’s retirement marks the conclusion of a distinguished three-decade career marked…

Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is pleased to announce a series of exclusive facility tours designed to offer our valued customers an inside look into the intricate operations of their local water district. These tours will be held on February 17th, February 21st, and February 24th, 2024, offering three opportunities for participants to gain invaluable…