Category: WVWD News

Walnut, CA — Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has been awarded the Walter “Andy” Sells Commitment to Excellence in Water Safety Award, the highest honor presented by the ACWA JPIA for outstanding commitment to workplace safety, risk management, and employee development. The award, now in only its second year, recognizes one large agency and one…

Walnut, CA – After 25 years of dedicated service to Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD), including the last two years as General Manager, Sherry Shaw announced her retirement effective July 1, 2026.   Throughout her career, Shaw helped guide the District through significant growth, operational improvements, and major infrastructure investments. Under her leadership, WVWD achieved several key milestones, including the implementation of the District’s new 4/10 work schedule, completion of the new Headquarters…

Brought to life after years of vision and persistence, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is proud to announce the opening of its new headquarters on Monday, January 26, 2026 – a modern, purpose-built space designed to serve the community with greater efficiency, transparency, and heart. The facility is the first milestone in a three-phase project…

Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) announced the launch of a new emergency alert platform in partnership with CivicPlus, designed to deliver real‑time notifications for critical water‑service events and keep residents and businesses informed when it matters most. Under the new system, anyone living, working or spending time in WVWD’s service area can subscribe, whether or…

Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Heli–Hydrant, to bolster wildfire and emergency response capabilities in the region. Under this first‑of‑its‑kind arrangement for the area, WVWD’s Heli‑Hydrant system is connected to a recycled‑water reservoir – making it both a smart emergency planning tool and a demonstration of the District’s…

Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is pleased to announce updated office hours beginning Tuesday, September 2, 2025, designed to provide greater flexibility and convenience for customers and community members. The District’s new hours of operation will be:Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PMClosed Friday through Sunday “We’re excited to offer extended weekday service hours…

Walnut, CA – Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has prepared an addendum to its 2019-2024 Water Use Efficiency (WUE) Strategic Plan, highlighting its customer-centered conservation efforts during the Plan period.  The addendum reflects extensive research into customer needs and preferences, during and after, the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in tailored programs that promote long-term water efficiency…

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…

In the aftermath of the Eaton Fire, which disrupted vital water services across the region, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) stepped up to support neighboring water agencies through its strong commitment to mutual aid partnerships. Leveraging the Public Water Agencies Group (PWAG) Emergency Preparedness Partnership, WVWD provided critical resources and expertise to help restore water…

Walnut Valley Water District’s (WVWD) Department of Finance has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its exceptional performance in the fiscal year spanning July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. This prestigious accolade, presented by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA), marks the…