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May 06, 2025
WVWD Honors Public Safety and Student Creativity for Water Awareness Month
Walnut, CA – Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) marked the start of Water Awareness Month with two exciting events held at the Diamond Bar Center on Tuesday, May 6: the...
April 24, 2025
WVWD Hosts Inaugural Earth Day Block Party
Featuring Hands-On Demos, Student Engagement and Family Fun Walnut, CA – Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) celebrated Earth Day with its inaugural Earth Day Block Party on Thursday, April 24,...
March 25, 2025
WVWD Expands Water Conservation Programs Amid Challenges and Adapts to Needs of the Community
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. ...
February 04, 2025
Transparency Certificate of Excellence Awarded to Walnut Valley Water District
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,...
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Monday | July 08, 2024
WVWD Enhances Local Sustainability with Expanded Recycled Water Infrastructure
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... .
Saturday | June 29, 2024
Walnut Valley Water District Showcases Leadership and Innovation at AWWA ACE 2024
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... .
Monday | June 24, 2024
Walnut Valley Water District’s Lily Lopez Receives Prestigious 5 Under 35 Outstanding Young Professional Award at the 2024 ACE Conference
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... .
Wednesday | June 19, 2024
Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Now Available
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has published its annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to inform the public about the quality of its drinking water for the year 2023. The report... .
Tuesday | April 02, 2024
WVWD Leverages Technology for Enhanced Customer Communication & Water Conservation
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... .
Thursday | March 21, 2024
WVWD, RWD, and BSMWC Respond to State Water Board’s Latest Making Conservation a California Way of Life Regulation
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,... .
Monday | March 11, 2024
Legislation to Ease Water Conservation Mandates Gains Regional Support
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... .
Thursday | February 29, 2024
WVWD Announces Transition in Leadership: Sheryl Shaw, P.E., Named as New General Manager
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... .
Monday | February 19, 2024
WVWD Bids Farewell to Visionary General Manager
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... .
Thursday | January 25, 2024
Experience the Inner Workings of Your Local Water District with Walnut Valley Water District Facility Tours
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... .
WVWD Board Approves New Rate Structure to Ensure Water Supply Reliability and Long-Term Financial Sustainability
November 15, 2024
Walnut, CA — On November 14, 2024, following a public hearing, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) Board of Directors approved a new rate structure addressing urgent financial and infrastructure challenges...
Walnut Valley Water District Focuses on Transparency with New Water Rates Video
October 30, 2024
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) has launched a new educational video designed to help residents better understand their water rates and the services they support. The video is available in...
WVWD Completes Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR) Service Line Inventory with Zero Lead or Galvanized Service Lines Found
October 22, 2024
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) is proud to announce the successful completion of its service line inventory, in full compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Lead and Copper...
WVWD Proposes New Rate Structure to Advance Water Supply Reliability
September 23, 2024
Walnut, CA — September 23, 2024 — In response to state conservation regulations, aging infrastructure, rising costs of imported water, and inflation, Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) worked closely with...
WVWD to Host Community Informational Meetings on Rate Structure & Water System Reliability
August 19, 2024
Walnut, CA — August 19, 2024 — Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) welcomes the public to a series of Water Rates Community Meetings to discuss the District’s 2025-2029 rate study....
WVWD’s Internship Program Fuels Career Aspirations for Local High School Students
August 7, 2024
Walnut Valley Water District (WVWD) proudly celebrates the successful conclusion of its 8-week summer internship program. This year’s program provided 11 outstanding local high school students with immersive, hands-on work...