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Transparency Certificate of Excellence Awarded to Walnut Valley Water District
February 4, 2025
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has been awarded the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence by the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) in recognition of its commitment to open governance, accountability, and public engagement.
“This award reflects our dedication to fostering transparency and ensuring our customers have access to critical information about their water service,” said Sheryl Shaw, General Manager/Chief Engineer of WVWD. “We take pride in maintaining the highest standards of ethical governance and public communication, and I commend our staff for their diligent efforts in making this achievement possible.”
To earn this certification, WVWD met a series of rigorous transparency requirements, including:
- Conducting ethics training for all board members
- Adhering to open meeting laws to ensure public participation
- Timely filing of financial transactions and compensation reports with the State Controller’s Office
The Special District Leadership Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting good governance and best practices among California’s special districts. Through certification programs, education, and resources, SDLF helps special districts enhance their operations and accountability to the communities they serve.
For more information about WVWD’s commitment to transparency and public service, visit the District’s Transparency & Accountability page.