Water Infrastructure Upgrade to Support Stockton Customers Completed
Cal Water has completed a multiphase infrastructure project in the Magnolia area of Stockton that will keep critical water infrastructure in the area safe and reliable. The upgrade will ensure customers, firefighters, and nearby medical facilities continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The most recent phase of the…
Temporary Leadership Assignments in Salinas Valley Districts Announced
Cal Water announced changes in local leadership for the utility’s King City and Salinas Districts, effective today. Salinas District Manager Brenda Granillo will be away from the office until July 2021, resulting in Marc Bloom stepping in as Interim District Manager in Salinas and Gary Vincelet replacing Bloom as Interim Local Manager for King City.…
Temporary Leadership Assignments for Chico District Announced
Cal Water has announced temporary changes in leadership for the utility’s Chico District. Tavis Beynon has taken the helm as Interim District Manager in Chico, while previous District Manager George Barber is serving as Interim Director of Field Operations for the utility’s northern California region. In Barber’s role, he will continue to oversee the Chico…
Expanded Seventh Annual H2O Challenge Classroom Competition Launches
K-12 Students and Teachers Encouraged to Engage in Water Conservation Projects Cal Water, in partnership with the California Association of Science Educators (CASE) and DoGoodery, today announced the launch and expansion of the seventh annual Cal Water H2O Challenge. The free, project-based competition invites fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade classrooms in Cal Water service areas to…
Stephen Johnson Named Visalia District Manager
Cal Water has selected Stephen (Steve) Johnson to lead the utility’s Visalia District permanently. Johnson has been serving as the Interim District Manager since April 2020 and worked in Cal Water’s Central Valley districts for 25 years. Johnson has been with Cal Water since 1995 and has extensive, hands-on knowledge of water distribution, operations, and…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade Starts in King City
Cal Water has begun an important water main replacement project in King City that will keep critical water infrastructure and service in the area safe and reliable. The upgrade will ensure customers, including Town Square tenants and other downtown residents and businesses, continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs.…
Cal Water Receives Joint American Water Works Association Division Best Paper Award
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) has honored Cal Water and San Jose State University representatives with the Division Best Paper award in the Distribution and Plant Operations category for 2020. The award, virtually presented during AWWA’s annual national conference, recognizes authors of papers from each AWWA Technical and Education Division published in AWWA Water…
New Treatment Plant in Montebello to Remove PFOS and PFOA, Expand Water Resources, Ensure Safety
Cal Water is beginning construction of a treatment facility that will ensure Montebello customers and firefighters continue to have a reliable water supply that is safe for their everyday and emergency needs. The new treatment facility will also eliminate perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) at a well that was turned offline in February…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project to Support Oroville Customers Completed
Cal Water completed a water main replacement project last Thursday near downtown Oroville that will strengthen local water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency. The upgrade will also ensure firefighters continue to have the water they need to protect the community during an emergency. The project, which began in October, included the installation of 1,870 feet…
California Public Utilities Commission Issues Decision on Cal Water’s 2018 General Rate Case
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued its decision yesterday on the 2018 General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan for California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT). The decision marks the end of an extensive review of the utility’s water system improvement plans, costs, and rates.…
New Infrastructure Upgrade Delivers Safe, Reliable Water Service to Hamilton City Residents
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade this week in Hamilton City that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in January, includes the installation of 3,230 feet of new 6-inch and 8-inch PVC water main and 35…
Infrastructure Upgrade to Benefit Hawthorne Customers Begins
Cal Water began a water main improvement project last week in the City of Hawthorne that will ensure critical water infrastructure in the area remains safe and reliable. This upgrade will ensure local customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to…
Marysville District Provides $18,000 in Donations, Food to Help Community Members in Need
To help support those in need amid the pandemic this holiday season, Cal Water partnered with the Salvation Army, Yuba-Sutter Food Bank, Marysville Elks Lodge, and Habitat for Humanity to feed 1,500 families with a drive-through donation line and safe delivery service on Thanksgiving. Through the utility’s annual Operation Gobble program, Cal Water also donated…
Salinas and King City Districts Provide $20,500 in Food, Donations During the Holidays
Cal Water partnered with local legislators and charitable organizations today to help feed and provide services to community members in need. Through the utility’s annual Operation Gobble program, Cal Water donated $10,000, along with an additional $10,500 in Butterball turkey gift certificates, to ensure Salinas Valley families could enjoy a Thanksgiving meal and receive support…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade on Wilson Road Completed in Bakersfield
Cal Water is committed to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable. To help fulfill that commitment, the company has completed a water infrastructure upgrade on Wilson Road in Bakersfield that will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which began in July,…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade to Support Rolling Hills Estates Residents Begins
As part of Cal Water’s commitment to ensure critical water infrastructure remains safe and reliable for customers, an important water main upgrade is now underway in Rolling Hills Estates. This water system improvement project will ensure local residents and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs, both now…
Agreement Signed to Acquire Gunner Ranch West Wastewater System
Cal Water today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the wastewater system assets of Gunner Ranch Inc., which currently serves a large section of southern Madera County including Valley Children’s Hospital. At buildout, the new Gunner Ranch West wastewater system will also serve a new development area including a planned 2,840…
Infrastructure Upgrade Benefits Willows Customers
Today marks the completion of Cal Water’s most recent water infrastructure upgrade in Willows to ensure customers and first responders continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project is part of Cal Water’s commitment to deliver safe and reliable water service to area residents. In September, crews began…
Water Infrastructure Upgrades for Woodside Customers
Building on its commitment to ensure critical water infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has begun an infrastructure upgrade in the Woodside Hills neighborhood in the Town of Woodside. This investment in infrastructure will ensure local customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The twelve-week…
System Infrastructure Upgrade for Salinas Customers
Cal Water began an infrastructure upgrade in central Salinas today that will strengthen water system reliability and fire protection for residents and first responders. The project is part of Cal Water’s commitment to ensure critical water infrastructure remains safe and reliable. The project, which will be completed in two phases, includes the installation of 2,010…
Treatment Plant Constructed in Visalia District to Remove PFOS and PFOA, Expand Water Resources, and Ensure Customer Safety
Cal Water has completed construction of a treatment facility to eliminate perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanioc acid (PFOA) at a well that was previously turned offline in 2016 due to the contaminants reaching the water supply. The new treatment facility allows the utility to return the well to service, enhancing the availability of water while…
California Public Utilities Commission Issues Proposed Decision on Cal Water’s 2018 General Rate Case
An Administrative Law Judge with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a proposed decision yesterday in the 2018 General Rate Case and Infrastructure Improvement Plan for California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group. The proposed decision is subject to adoption by the CPUC and can be considered no…
Infrastructure Upgrade Completed for Redondo Beach Customers
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in Redondo Beach, Calif., that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project included the installation of 1,790 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main along Ripley Avenue, Ives Lane, Lilienthal Lane, and Phelan Lane. The upgrade…
Largest Water Infrastructure Improvement Project to Date Completed in Palos Verdes Peninsula
After more than 15 years of planning, two years of construction, and months of testing, Cal Water has completed the utility’s largest water infrastructure upgrade in company history. Known as the Palos Verdes Peninsula Water Reliability Project, the project enhances the reliability of the drinking water infrastructure on the Palos Verdes Peninsula and will help…
Water Pipeline Upgrade Completed to Improve Water System Reliability in Carson
As part of the its commitment to ensuring customers and firefighters continue to have safe, reliable water service for their everyday and emergency needs, Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure improvement project in east Carson. The project, which began in June, included the installation of 3,850 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main. Crews…
Main Replacement in Palomar Park Begins
Cal Water started an important water infrastructure upgrade in Palomar Park today as part of its commitment to keeping critical infrastructure safe and reliable. The water main replacement project will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed…
Multi-Phase Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Continues in San Mateo
As part of its ongoing commitment to ensure water system infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has an infrastructure upgrade underway in the Highlands-Baywood Park neighborhood of San Mateo. The upgrade will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which began in…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade on South Tantau Avenue in Cupertino Completed
As part of the company’s commitment to ensuring customers and firefighters continue to have safe, reliable water service for their everyday and emergency needs, Cal Water completed a water infrastructure improvement project this week in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood of Cupertino. The project, which began in June, included the installation of 3,100 feet of new…
Tammy Johnson Selected As Bakersfield District Manager
Cal Water has selected Tammy Johnson to lead the utility’s Bakersfield District permanently. Johnson has been serving as the Interim District Manager since April and worked in the Bakersfield District for three decades. Johnson has been with Cal Water for 35 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of water distribution, operations, and treatment systems. She…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Carson
As part of its commitment to ensure critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water began a new water main replacement project in Carson. The upgrade will ensure local customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in December,…
New Smart Landscape Tune-Up Program Launched
As part of its commitment to help customers control both their water use and their bills, Cal Water has launched a new Smart Landscape Tune-Up Program for customers in its service areas. This program is available at no charge to customers. Through the Smart Landscape Tune-Up Program, customers can receive a personalized landscape evaluation to…
$148,500 to 2020 Firefighter Grant Program Recipients Announced
Cal Water today announced the recipients of its second annual Firefighter Grant Program, to support the needs of fire departments in the utility’s service areas. Due to the large number of applicants in the program’s first year, the 2020 grant beneficiaries are departments that had previously applied to the program and still demonstrated financial need.…
California Water Service Group Earns Great Place to Work® Distinction for Fifth Consecutive Year
For the utility’s ongoing commitment to employees in its four subsidiaries, the Great Place to Work® Institute has certified California Water Service Group (Group) as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth year in a row. The two-part Great Place to Work® certification includes both a Culture Audit© about the company’s programs and practices…
Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Carson
As part of its commitment to ensure critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has a new water infrastructure upgrade underway in Carson. The project will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in early 2021,…
California Water Service Group and Its Subsidiaries Provide Nearly $500,000 in Coronavirus-Related Relief
California Water Service Group (Group) and its subsidiaries in California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington today finalized donations of nearly $500,000 to customers impacted by the coronavirus pandemic and community organizations in its service areas. With unemployment and furloughs having risen drastically across its service areas, Group and its subsidiaries have been working to provide…
California Water Service Group Honored as Bay Area Top Workplace for Ninth Consecutive Year
The Bay Area News Group has named California Water Service Group (Group) one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area for the ninth year in a row. This almost decade-long distinction has been awarded each year based on local employees’ input about the company. While the company already had a comprehensive benefits package, developmental…
Major Water Infrastructure Upgrade on Esplanade Avenue Completed in Coordination with City of Chico
Cal Water has completed a significant water infrastructure improvement project along Esplanade Avenue in Chico that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The upgrade was performed in coordination with the City of Chico in advance of the City’s planned repaving project along the same route.…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Southwest Chico
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade on Chico’s southwest side that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which started this week and is expected to be completed in December, includes the construction of a new well and installation of new piping…
Cal Water Recommends Flushing Taps — Offers Bill Credits
As residents begin returning home from the mandatory evacuations caused by the River Fire, Cal Water recommends customers flush their taps briefly before use to move water that had been stagnant out of their household pipes. The water system itself was not impacted by the fire and power outages, as Cal Water crews were able…
Group Honored as Silver Stevie® Award Winner for COVID-19 Employer Response
For its comprehensive efforts to keep employees safe and informed through the coronavirus pandemic, California Water Service Group (Group) has been named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the fifth annual Stevie Awards for Great Employers’ Most Valuable Employer for COVID-19 Response category. The Stevie Awards for Great Employers recognize the world’s best…
Water Main Replacement Begins in Portola Valley
Cal Water has started an important water infrastructure upgrade in Portola Valley as part of its commitment to keeping critical infrastructure safe and reliable. The water main replacement project will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed…
Cal Water is Prepared for Power Outages
As much of the state is enduring rolling power outages to ease demand on the electrical grid, Cal Water is reassuring its customers that it is taking all possible steps to prevent any interruptions in water service due to the power outages. The utility has been installing permanent generators at critical stations over recent years…
East Bakersfield Water Infrastructure Upgrade Begins
As part of the utility’s commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water started an important water main replacement project in East Bakersfield today. This upgrade will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which began this week and is…
California Water Service Group Awards $80,000 in College Scholarships to Students
California Water Service Group today announced awards totaling $80,000 in college scholarships for students living in the utility’s California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington service areas for the 2020-2021 academic year. Group selected 12 students for the upcoming academic year; winners were chosen based on outstanding academic achievement, community service, and financial need. Many of…
Cal Water Statement Regarding Recent CPUC Administrative Actions
At Cal Water, doing the right thing, operating with integrity, and holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards are part of our core values – values that we practice on a daily basis. We have always and will continue to adhere to all rules and regulations related to our operations, including those related to payment…
Two Water Infrastructure Upgrades Completed to Support Salinas District Customers
Cal Water has completed two water infrastructure improvement projects in the Santa Rita neighborhood of Salinas, continuing its commitment to ensure critical infrastructure in the area remains safe and reliable. These upgrades will ensure local customers and firefighters have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs, now and in the future. Two…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade Begins in North Fair Oaks
As part of Cal Water’s commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, the utility has started an important water main replacement project in North Fair Oaks near Everest Public High School. The project will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The work,…
Dawn Smithson Selected as District Manager for Los Altos Service Area
Cal Water has selected its Bear Gulch District Manager Dawn Smithson to also lead the utility’s nearby Los Altos District. Smithson succeeds District Manager Ron Richardson, who retired June 30, after 35 years of service to the Los Altos community. Smithson has been with Cal Water for 17 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of…
New Water Main Installation Begins in Carson
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in Carson as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable. The upgrade will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday use and during an emergency. The project, which began this week and is…
New Water Main Installation Begins on South Tantau Avenue to Support Cupertino Customers
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in Cupertino as part of the utility’s commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable. The upgrade will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have water for their everyday needs and in the event of an emergency. The project, which began this week, includes the installation…
New Water Main Installation Begins in Redondo Beach
As part of its commitment to ensure critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water will start a water infrastructure upgrade in Redondo Beach that will ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project includes the installation of 1,790 feet of new 8-inch PVC…
Installation of New Water Main Begins in Lloyden Park Area
As part of its commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in the Llodyen Park part of North Fair Oaks to ensure local customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to…
Cal Water Publishes Annual Water Quality Reports, Recommends All Water Users Learn About Local Water Supply
Cal Water encourages its customers to visit the Water Quality Reports page and view their Consumer Confidence Report, also called the CCR or water quality report, which provides information about the state of the local water supply. Customers can now review and learn about their system’s water quality in 2019, as well as obtain CCRs…
Installation of New Water Main on Oswell Street in Bakersfield Begins
As part of its commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade near Sierra Middle School in Bakersfield to ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in September,…
Construction of Water Storage Tank and Booster Station Completed in Stockton
As part of its commitment to ensure critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has completed important water infrastructure upgrades in southern Stockton that will provide customers and firefighters the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The projects, which went into service this month and will be completed within the next…
Mike Utz Selected to Temporarily Lead Bayshore District
District Manager Currently on Out-of-State Assignment Cal Water announced today that Mike Utz has been named the Interim District Manager of the utility’s Bayshore District. He takes the helm while Ross Moilan is on temporary assignment supporting Cal Water’s sister company, Washington Water Service. Utz has been with Cal Water for 22 years and has…
Installation of New Water Main on Andeta Way to Support Ladera Residents Begins
As part of its commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in the Ladera area of Portola Valley, Calif., to ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed…
Installation of New Water Main in Kernville Completed; New Project in Bodfish Begins
As part of its commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water is conducting two important water infrastructure upgrades in Kernville and Bodfish. These projects will help ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The Kernville project, which began in January and…
Hoover Elementary’s Sixth-Grade Class Wins 2o2o H2o Challenge
Recycling, Reducing, and Reusing for a More Sustainable Tomorrow Shawn McCarty and his sixth-grade students from Hoover Elementary in Stockton, Calif., gathered on a video conference Friday afternoon thinking they would be helping Principal Dr. Charleen Mah pilot a new distance-learning model. Instead, McCarty and his students learned that their project on recycling and water…
Chico and Willows Highly Represented Among H2o Challenge Winners
Schools in Chico and Willows Areas Take 4 of 5 Winning Spots In a very competitive year, fourth- and fifth-grade classrooms from schools located in Chico, Calif. and Willows, Calif. earned four of the five winning spots in the Cal Water H2O Challenge for their projects on water-related issues in their communities. Each class won…
Installation of New Water Main Begins in Bakersfield
As part of its commitment to ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe and reliable, Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in the La Cresta/Alta Vista neighborhood of Bakersfield to ensure customers and firefighters continue to have the water they need for their everyday and emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed…
Temporary Leadership Assignments in Central Valley Districts
Cal Water announced changes in leadership for the utility’s Bakersfield, Selma, and Visalia Districts, effective Monday. Tamara (Tammy) Kelly is now the Interim District Manager in Bakersfield, while Stephen Johnson has stepped in as Interim District Manager in Visalia, and Stuart Skoglund is serving as Interim Operations Manager in Selma. The changes come as the…
Water Storage Tank Upgrade Completed in North Side of Salinas
In these uncertain times, local water utility Cal Water continues to upgrade aging critical infrastructure to ensure its communities have the water they need to help stay healthy, both now and into the future. The utility’s Salinas District has completed a water infrastructure upgrade that will strengthen water system reliability for customers’ everyday needs and…
Customers Impacted By Covid-19 Encouraged to Contact Utility for Assistance
Cal Water recognizes the impact the coronavirus pandemic is having on all of its customers, but it is encouraging those who have been especially hard hit—by a job loss, illness, or other hardship—to call their local Cal Water Customer Centers for assistance. See a complete list of local Customer Centers and phone numbers. “We want to…
New Water Main Installation Begins on Eighth Avenue in North Fair Oaks
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade this week in North Fair Oaks that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to take six weeks to complete, includes the installation of 2,400 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main and the…
Installation of New Power Generator on Juniper Drive in Kernville Completed
In order to enhance fire protection and help prevent water service interruptions for Kernville residents due to potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs by electric utilities this summer, Cal Water has completed an water infrastructure upgrade at its station on Juniper Drive. As part of the project, crews installed a new propane-powered generator and propane-fuel tank.…
New Water Main Installation Begins in Selma
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in Selma that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project includes the installation of 1,000 feet of new 6-inch and 8-inch PVC water main and the replacement of individual customer service connections. Crews will also install…
John Freeman Named District Manager of Livermore District
Cal Water has named John Freeman as the District Manager for its Livermore District. Freeman, who previously served as the utility’s Stockton District Manager, has been with Cal Water for 33 years and spent the majority of his career in the Livermore District. He has extensive hands-on knowledge of both general and local water distribution,…
New Water Main Installation Begins in Visalia
Cal Water will start a water infrastructure upgrade this week in southern Visalia that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, expected to be completed in April, includes the installation of 3,600 feet of new 6-inch, 8-inch, and 12-inch PVC and ductile iron water…
Cal Water Starts New Water Main Installation in North Salinas to Support Santa Rita Customers
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade this week in the Santa Rita neighborhood of north Salinas that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. This project includes the installation of 3,006 feet of new 8-inch and 6-inch PVC water main and the replacement of 65…
California Water Service Group Invests Nearly $274 Million in Water System Infrastructure in 2019
As part of its promise to provide quality, service, and value to its communities, California Water Service Group invested $273.8 million in water system infrastructure in its service areas in 2019. Among the projects completed last year to keep its systems safe and reliable were: Installation of 145,881 feet of new water main to replace…
Tap Water Is Safe
Updated April 2, 2020 California Water Service Group Statement Regarding Executive Order Protecting Homes, Small Business from Water Shutoffs Cal Water supports Governor Newsom’s decision, as we agree that water is essential, especially as we navigate through this unprecedented, challenging time. That’s why on March 12, 2020, we announced that we had begun voluntarily suspending…
Cal Water, Employee Honored with Awards from South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Cal Water was honored with two awards by the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce at the Chamber’s Annual Recognition and Business Awards ceremony on March 5. The utility received the “Legacy Award” in recognition of the utility’s participation in and support of the organization since 1946. Additionally, Cal Water Customer Service Manager Kathy Hoffman…
New Water Main Installation Begins on Valecroft Avenue to Support Customers
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade this week in Thousand Oaks that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in three to four months, includes the installation of 1,800 feet of new 8-inch ductile iron water main…
New Water Main Installation to Support Los Altos Hills Customers Begins
Cal Water started a water infrastructure upgrade in Los Altos Hills that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs today. The project, which began this week and is expected to be completed at the end of May, includes the installation of 4,032 feet of new 6-inch…
Water Main Replacement Project Completed in Chico’s Vecino Neighborhood
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in the Chico Vecino neighborhood that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which began in early January and was completed earlier this week, included the installation of 2,466 feet of new 6-inch PVC water main…
New Water Main Installation Begins on Santa Cruz Avenue to Support Customers in Menlo Park
Cal Water started a water infrastructure upgrade near Hillview Middle School in Menlo Park that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to take eight weeks to complete, includes the installation of 2,548 feet of new 12-inch ductile iron water main…
Mile-Long Water Main Installation Begins on Parrott Drive in San Mateo
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade near Highlands-Baywood Park and the Western Hills neighborhood in San Mateo that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to take about seven months to complete, includes the installation of 5,700 feet of…
Construction of New Water Well to Support Customers in Compton Begins
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in Compton that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for local customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in April, includes the construction of a new water well at Cal Water’s property on Walnut Street. The well…
Water Storage Tank Upgrade in Redondo Beach Begins
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade today in the Oceanaire Estates subdivision of Redondo Beach that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in nine weeks, includes a roof repair and exterior coating on the one-million-gallon water…
California Water Service Group Opens 2020 College Scholarship Program
Students in All Group Service Areas Eligible for Seventh Annual Program As part of its commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves, California Water Service Group (Group) has expanded its annual College Scholarship Program, which officially opened for applications today. Beginning this year, eligible students residing in areas served by…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project to Support Customers Completed in South Oroville
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in southern Oroville that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which began in October and was completed this month, included the installation of 2,511 feet of new 6-inch and 8-inch PVC water main to replace…
New Water Main Installation to Support Customers in Menlo Park Begins
A new Cal Water infrastructure upgrade project is underway in the county area of Menlo Park that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project includes the installation of 2,277 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main and is expected to take approximately six weeks…
1.5-Mile-Long Water Main Replacement Begins along Esplanade Avenue to Ensure Long-Term Water System Reliability
Utility to Host Community Meeting About Upgrade and Construction Cal Water will soon begin a water infrastructure upgrade on Esplanade Avenue in Chico (map) that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The largest part of the project includes crews installing 8,000 feet of new 12-inch…
California Water Service Group Donates More Than $1.25 Million in 2019 to Local Communities
California Water Service Group (Group) and its subsidiaries donated more than $1.25 million to local non-profits, community organizations, and other philanthropic entities in 2019, exceeding 2018 contributions by an estimated $250,000. Last years increase was mostly due to California Water Service’s inaugural Firefighter Grant Program, which was created to support the needs of local fire…
Construction of New Water Facilities Completed in Woodside
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in the Old La Honda Road community in Woodside that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project included the construction of two 64,000-gallon water storage tanks and installation of two new 40-horsepower booster pumps. The new…
No new 2020 conservation law
There have been inaccurate reports about a new water conservation law taking effect in 2020 that have been causing confusion, and we’d like to take a moment to provide clarity. There is no law that will result in individuals being fined $1,000 — let alone $10,000 — per day for using more than 55 gallons…
Water Storage Tank Upgrade Begins on West Lincoln Avenue in Montebello
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade in Montebello that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for both customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs today. The project, which is expected to be completed in eight weeks, includes a roof improvement and exterior coating on the one million-gallon water storage tank at Cal…
Partnering with Los Angeles County Fire and Visalia Fire to Save Water While Training to Save Lives and Property
As part of its commitment to both supporting firefighters and conserving water, Cal Water is presenting “pump pods” to the Los Angeles County Fire Department and Visalia Fire Department through its customized conservation incentive and rebate program. Formally called a Pump-Pod Direct Recirculating Apparatus Firefighting Training & Sustainability (DRAFTS) Unit, the two pump pods —…
Two Recycled Water Projects Included in House Bill 5302 (McNerney, CA-09)
In a collective effort to develop sustainable sources of water supplies in California and Hawaii, California Water Service Group subsidiaries California Water Service (Cal Water) and Hawaii Water Service (Hawaii Water) have each proposed a recycled water project that is included in Rep. Jerry McNerney’s (CA-09) new federal bill, the “Western Water Recycling and Drought…
New Water Main Installation Begins on Old La Honda Road in Woodside
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade project in Woodside this week that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to take six weeks to complete, includes the installation of 1,200 feet of new 8-inch ductile iron water main and the…
Recipients of Inaugural Firefighter Grant Program Announced
Cal Water today announced the 10 winners of its first-ever Firefighter Grant Program, created this year to support the needs of fire departments in the utility’s service areas. Due to the significant interest in the program, Cal Water increased its original $60,000 in grant funds to award a total of almost $160,000 to these departments.…
Public Safety Power Shutoff Efforts Kept Water Flowing
Roughly 3 million people across California lost utility-provided electrical power by late October 2019 as new regulations by the California Public Utilities Commission authorized energy companies to turn off power to avoid or reduce the risk of wildfires. At one point, more than 60 of Cal Water stations were without electrical power simultaneously. Despite all…
New Water Main Installation Begins in the County Area of Atherton And Menlo Park
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in portions of Atherton and Menlo Park that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which began this week and is expected to take six weeks to complete, includes the installation of 2,063 feet of new…
New Water Main Installation Begins in Salinas’ Santa Rita Subdivision
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in the Santa Rita neighborhood of Salinas that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which began this week and is expected to be completed in six weeks, includes the installation of 2,938 feet of new…
"Connected Customer" Service Launched to Enhance Customer Experience
As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing customer service, Cal Water today launched its new “Connected Customer” notification service, which enables customers to receive real-time updates about their service appointments. With Connected Customer, built by KloudGin, customers who opt in to receive status updates of a service request will receive automatic email or text…
Salinas and King City Districts Donate $19,000 to Help Those in Need During Holiday Season
During this season of giving, Cal Water partnered with local legislators and charitable organizations on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, to help feed and provide services to families in need. Through the utility’s annual Operation Gobble program, Cal Water donated $11,000, along with an additional $8,000 in Butterball turkey gift certificates, to ensure Salinas Valley families…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Underway in Visalia
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in southeast Visalia that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. Additionally, the upgrade will provide enhanced fire protection to ensure firefighters have sufficient water supplies during an emergency. The project, which is expected to be completed in mid-January, includes the installation…
New Water Main Installation Begins in Bakersfield’s Benton Park Subdivision
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in the Benton Park neighborhood of Bakersfield that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and firefighters’ emergency needs. The project, which is expected to be completed in mid-December, includes the installation of 1,950 feet of new 6-inch PVC water main on…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project to Begin In Redondo Beach
Cal Water will begin a water infrastructure upgrade in Redondo Beach that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. The upgrade will also enhance fire protection in the area to enable firefighters to better protect the community during emergencies. The project, which is scheduled to begin in early November, and…
California Water Service Group and ProcureAbility Given “Innovations in Governance and Compliance” Award by SIG
Sourcing Industry Group (SIG), a premier global sourcing association, presented California Water Service Group (Group) and its partner ProcureAbility with an “Innovations in Governance and Compliance” award at the organization’s recently announced 2019 annual Future of Sourcing Awards. This distinction was given for Group’s transformation of its contract management from localized practices into standardized processes…
Cal Water Receives President’s Award from California Preservation Foundation
Award Given for Efforts to Preserve Water Tanks in Chico The California Preservation Foundation awarded Cal Water’s Chico District a “President’s Award” at its annual awards ceremony on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, for Cal Water’s efforts to keep two longstanding elevated water tanks in the Chico community. The advocacy award, which was accepted by Cal…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Underway in Boronda
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in Boronda, Calif., that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. Additionally, the upgrade will provide enhanced fire protection to ensure firefighters have access to the water supply they need during an emergency. The project, which is expected to be completed at…
Cal Water’s George Barber Honored with NAWC Living Water Award
National Award Presented to Barber for Leadership During Camp Fire in November 2018 George Barber, District Manager of Cal Water’s Chico and Oroville districts, was given the National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) Living Water Award at its annual Water Summit yesterday, for his involvement leading Cal Water’s response to the devastating Camp Fire that…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project to Begin in North Redondo Beach
Cal Water will begin a water infrastructure upgrade in northern Redondo Beach that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. The upgrade will also enhance fire protection in the area to enable firefighters to protect the community during emergencies. The project, which is scheduled to begin Oct. 14 and expected…
California Water Service Group Reaches Settlement in 2018 Proposal to Invest in its California Water Systems Through 2021
Yesterday, Cal Water, the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group, jointly filed a formal settlement agreement in its 2018 General Rate Case (GRC) with the Public Advocates Office of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) covering the majority of open matters in the case. The largest component of the GRC is Cal Water’s Infrastructure…
Cal Water Launches and Expands Sixth Annual Classroom Conservation Competition
Cal Water, in partnership with the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) and DoGoodery, today announced the launch and expansion of the sixth annual Cal Water H2O Challenge. The free, project-based competition invites fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade classrooms in Cal Water service areas to develop and implement solutions for water issues. To date, more…
California Water Service Group Designated Great Place to Work® for Fourth Consecutive Year
The Great Place to Work® Institute has certified California Water Service Group (Group) as a Great Place to Work® for the fourth year in a row. This distinction was given to Group for its commitment to employees throughout its California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington subsidiaries. The Great Place to Work® certification includes two components:…
Cal Water responds to Environmental Working Group study
Protecting our customers’ health and safety is our highest priority, and we work to ensure our water complies with all water quality standards, or maximum contaminant levels, set by federal and state public health experts to protect customers’ health and safety. These public health experts include toxicologists, epidemiologists, physicians, biostatisticians, and research scientists from the…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Kern River Valley
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in its Kernville system to enhance water quality for customers in the area. Crews are installing granular-activated carbon (GAC) treatment facilities at the utility’s station on Sirretta Street to treat for additional constituents in the water supply. The project began this month after a pilot treatment project…
Water Quality Laboratory Reaccredited by State Water Resources Control Board
The Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) has renewed its certification of Cal Water’s Water Quality Laboratory, enabling the utility to continue conducting in-house testing of water quality samples collected throughout its service areas statewide. The stringent ELAP accreditation, which the utility has held since 1999, is administered by the State Water Resources Control Board. To…
Cal Water named Corporate Partner of the Year by California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Citing the utility’s exemplary leadership and dedication to diversity, along with its commitment to providing quality, service, and value to its customers and communities, the California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (CHCC) honored Cal Water as its Corporate Partner of the Year during the association’s 40th annual statewide convention in Stockton, Calif. Cal Water, which provides…
Emergency Relief Program Established for Customers Affected by Natural Disasters
In the wake of devastating wildfires impacting California residents over recent years, Cal Water has created an emergency disaster relief program to protect customers affected by wildfires and other natural disasters. The program, established in accordance with California Public Utilities Commission D. 19-07-015, extends water service protections to both residential and small business customers. As…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in King City
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in King City that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. The upgrade will also enhance fire protection to ensure firefighters have access to the water supplies they need during an emergency. The project, which began in June, included the installation of…
Firefighter Grant Program Launched
Cal Water announced today it has officially opened its new Firefighter Grant Program. Uniformed fire departments, whether professional or volunteer, that serve at least a portion of one of Cal Water’s service areas are invited to apply for grants under the $60,000 program, which provides funding that may be used to offset costs associated with…
Two Water Infrastructure Improvement Projects Completed in Bakersfield
Cal Water has completed two water infrastructure upgrades in Bakersfield that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. Additionally, the upgrades will provide enhanced fire protection to ensure firefighters have access to the water supply they need during an emergency. The first project, which began in March, included the installation…
Another Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in Los Altos
Cal Water has completed another water main installation project in the Rancho neighborhood of Los Altos. The upgrade will strengthen infrastructure reliability and resiliency for customers and improve fire protection capabilities in the area for first responders. The project, which began in May, included the installation of 4,235 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in Kern River Valley
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in its Kern River Valley District’s Arden water system that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. Additionally, the upgrade will provide enhanced fire protection to ensure firefighters have access to the resources they need during an emergency. The project, which began…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade Completed in Los Altos
Cal Water has completed the installation of more than 4,200 feet of a new transmission water main in the Los Altos’ Rancho neighborhood, which will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs and enhance fire protection in emergencies. Cal Water crews installed new 16-inch, ductile iron water main on Covington Road,…
California Water Service Group Awards College Scholarships for Sixth Consecutive Year
California Water Service Group announced that a student from Willows, California, and another student from Bakersfield, California, were awarded grand-prize scholarships of $10,000 each as part of California Water Service Group’s sixth annual college scholarship program. In total, 21 college students from Group’s California, Hawaii, and Washington service areas received $60,000 for the 2019-2020 academic…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Atherton
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in the Lloyden Park neighborhood of Atherton that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs, plus enhance fire protection in the area for first responders to protect the community. The project, which is expected to take approximately six weeks, includes the installation…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Rancho Palos Verdes
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs, while also enhancing fire protection in the area for firefighters to protect the community during emergencies. This is a separate infrastructure upgrade from the Palos Verdes Peninsula Water Reliability…
Cal Water Begins Providing Recycled Water to Dominguez Technology Center
As part of its commitment to being a responsible environmental steward, Cal Water has begun providing recycled water to the Dominguez Technology Center (DTC) in Carson, Calif. The recycled water is being supplied pursuant to a new agreement with Cal Water’s wholesale supplier, West Basin Municipal Water District. Under the agreement, Cal Water estimates that…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Oak Hills
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in Oak Hills that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs. Additionally, the upgrade will enhance fire protection to ensure firefighters have access to the water supply they need during an emergency. The project, which is expected to be completed in September,…
Cal Water Partners with University of the Pacific to Replace 850 Toilets Around Campus
Early estimates suggest water savings of 125 million gallons Cal Water has begun replacing 850 toilets around the University of the Pacific’s campus with new, water-efficient commodes as part of the University’s initiative to be more environmentally friendly. The new toilets will require 1.28 gallons per flush (gpf), whereas the older toilets used up to…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Underway in Los Altos
Cal Water crews are at work in Los Altos’ Rancho neighborhood and the surrounding areas, installing a new water pipeline that will strengthen infrastructure reliability and resiliency for customers and enhance fire protection in the area for first responders. The project, which is expected to be completed in late August, includes the installation of 4,200…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in San Mateo
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in San Mateo that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs, while also enhancing fire protection in the area for firefighters to protect the community in emergencies. The project, which is expected to take approximately 12 weeks, includes the installation of about…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in South Oroville
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in south Oroville that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for customers’ everyday needs, while also enhancing fire protection in the area for firefighters to protect the community in emergencies. The infrastructure improvement project, which took place on Faunce Way and along a portion of…
New Well and Treatment Station in East Los Angeles District
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure improvement project to support the East Los Angeles community’s every day and emergency water needs. The utility constructed two new groundwater wells, which supply up to 1,800 gallons per minute per well, and installed a water treatment facility to ensure the water pumped and delivered to customers meets…
Regulated Water Service to Travis Air Force Base Begins
Cal Water took ownership of and began operating the Travis Air Force Base (TAFB) water system today. Cal Water and TAFB officials commemorated the acquisition with a ribbon-cutting and open house at the base. As part of the contract with the U.S. Department of Defense and decision by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), Cal…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in King City
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in the southern part of King City, near the hospital, that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency, while also enhancing fire protection in the area. The project, which is expected to be completed in August, includes the installation of 1,540 feet of new 8-inch PVC…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in Salinas
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in the Laurel Park area of Salinas that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency, as well as enhance fire protection in the area. The project, which began in January, included the installation of 1,180 feet of new 8-inch water main and 220 feet of new…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Visalia
Cal Water has started a water main replacement project in northern Visalia that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for local customers, and enhance fire protection in the area for first responders. The project, which is expected to be completed in August, includes the installation of 1,400 feet of new 12-inch ductile iron…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Dixon
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade in the “core area” of Dixon that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency while also enhancing local fire protection for city customers. Cal Water is performing this upgrade as part of its partnership with the City of Dixon to help upgrade and temporarily support its…
Water Infrastructure Upgrades Starting in Menlo Park
Cal Water is beginning two water main replacement projects in Menlo Park that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for local residents and businesses, and enhance fire protection in the area. In the Lindenwood and Menlo Oaks neighborhoods of Menlo Park, crews will install 2,680 feet of 12-inch ductile-iron water main and 3,385…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in Los Altos
Cal Water has completed a water main replacement project in North Los Altos that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency for local customers, and enhance fire protection in the area for first responders. The project, which began in December, included the installation of 4,600 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main and 66…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Completed in Chico
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure upgrade in Chico that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency while also enhancing fire protection in the northwest area of Chico. The infrastructure improvement project, which began in mid-March, included the installation of 1,272 feet of new 6-inch PVC water main and 26 new individual service…
California Water Service Group Opens 2019 College Scholarship Program
Students in California, Hawaii, and Washington Service Areas Eligible for Sixth Annual Program California Water Service Group (Group) today announced it has officially opened its annual College Scholarship Program. Eligible students residing in areas served by the utility’s California, Hawaii, and Washington subsidiaries may now apply online for one of the scholarships under the $60,000…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade Begins in Redondo Beach
Cal Water will begin a water main upgrade in the El Nido neighborhood of Redondo Beach that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency while also enhancing fire protection in the area. The installation, which begins Monday and will take approximately eight weeks to complete, includes the installation of 5,400 feet of new 12-inch…
Jeremiah Mecham Selected as District Manager for Stockton Service Area
Cal Water announced today that it has selected Jeremiah Mecham to lead the utility’s Stockton District as its new District Manager. Mecham succeeds John Freeman, who is now heading operations for Cal Water’s Livermore District. Mecham, who has worked in the water industry for 18 years, has extensive hands-on knowledge of water distribution, operations, and…
Cal Water Receives Outstanding Water Project Award by American Society of Civil Engineers
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Region 9 awarded Cal Water the “Outstanding Water Project” award for its 1,2,3-trichloropropane (TCP) treatment and compliance project at the ASCE Region 9 banquet Friday evening, March 29. The utility previously accepted “Water Project of the Year” awards by ASCE’s Los Angeles Section and San Joaquin Branch; Region…
Chico Fourth-Grade Class is Grand-Prize Winner for 2019 H2O Challenge
From Ashes of Camp Fire, Resilient Sierra View Elementary Students Planted Seeds of Hope Emily Akimoto’s fourth-grade students from Sierra View Elementary School (Chico, Calif.) learned today that their project to restore their ecosystem and community after the Camp Fire won the 2019 Cal Water H2O Challenge. The grand prize includes a $3,500 grant for…
Downtown Elementary Sixth-Graders Take Second Place in Cal Water H2o Challenge
Thirty-three students from Rachel Lenix’s sixth-grade class at Downtown Elementary in Bakersfield, Calif., brought their water conservation practices and solutions to three schools and their school district board to take second place in the 2019 California Water Service H2O Challenge. They took home a $2,500 grant for their classroom, won a pizza party, and received…
Annual Local Water Conservation Reports Published
Although California is no longer in a drought, Cal Water customers have continued using water efficiently across the state, as shown in the utility’s 2018 conservation reports for each of its service areas. Each local “Making a Splash in Conservation” report highlights annual and lifetime savings that conservation programs utilized by Cal Water customers achieved.…
Murdock Elementary Fifth-Graders Take Third Place in H2o Challenge
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Maggie’s Mallard Garden at Murdock Elementary is 100-Percent Renewable Mike Buckley’s fifth-grade students at Murdock Elementary (Willows, Calif.) learned today that they won third place in the 2019 Cal Water H2O Challenge for their project to conserve water and create a 100-percent renewable, 7,500 square-foot garden at their school. For their project…
Main Replacement Project to Improve Infrastructure Begins in Bakersfield
Cal Water is beginning a water main replacement project in Bakersfield that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency, and also enhance fire protection in the area. The project begins this week and will take approximately eight weeks to complete. Crews will install 2,700 feet of new 12-inch ductile-iron water main along Stockdale Highway,…
Robert Hill Lane Elementary Fifth- and Sixth-Graders Take Fourth Place in H2o Challenge
Students’ renovation of school garden and efforts to educate their peers on water conservation earns prize in fifth annual project competition. Thirty students from Keri Wohlford’s fifth- and sixth-grade class at Robert Hill Lane Elementary in Monterey Park, Calif., used water conservation practices to revitalize their school garden, while learning and teaching others about water-use…
Little Chico Creek Elementary 4th- and 5th-Graders Take 5th Place in H2o Challenge
Is Your Creek Safe? Just Ask Your Local Macro-Invertebrates. Kristen Thomas’ fourth- and fifth-grade class at Little Chico Creek Elementary School took home fifth-place in the 2019 Cal Water H20 Challenge today, after surveying the safety of their community’s water after the devastating Camp Fire last fall. The class will receive a $500 grant, and…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins Along Boronda Road
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in West Salinas that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency while enhancing fire protection in the area. The project, which is expected to be completed at the middle of June, includes the installation of 2,475 feet of new 12-inch ductile-iron water main, 548 feet of…
Reassuring Guerneville Residents of Water Quality
After Sonoma County declared a local health emergency due to waste scattered by the recent flooding of the Russian River and neighboring water utilities issued boil water advisories, Cal Water today reassured its customers that their water quality was not impacted and the water remains safe to use and drink. Cal Water District Manager Evan…
Geoff Fulks Selected as Bakersfield District Manager
Mike Mares, Former Bakersfield District Manager, Promoted to Vice President of Operations Cal Water announced today that it has selected Geoff Fulks to lead the utility’s Bakersfield District as its new District Manager. Fulks succeeds Mike Mares, who was recently promoted to Vice President of Operations. Fulks, who has been with Cal Water for 10…
Water Main Replacement Project Completed in Redwood City
Cal Water has completed an infrastructure improvement project to enhance system reliability and fire protection for Redwood City residents, businesses, and first responders. The project, which began in November, included the installation of 1,500 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main to replace the existing, aging main on Oakside Avenue, from Fair Oaks Avenue to…
Two Water Main Replacement Projects Begin in Menlo Park
Cal Water has begun two infrastructure improvement projects that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency and enhance fire protection for Menlo Park customers. Crews are installing 700 feet of new 6-inch PVC water main on American Way, from Valparaiso Avenue to the end of American Way, and1,760 feet of new 12-inch ductile iron…
Water Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Salinas
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in Salinas that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency, as well as enhance fire protection in northern Salinas. The project, which is expected to be completed in April, includes the installation of 1,180 feet of new 8-inch water main, 220 feet of new 6-inch water…
Cal Water Signs Agreement to Acquire Water and Wastewater System in Madera County
California Water Service Group announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the water and wastewater system serving the Preserve at Millerton, a soon to be built 1,400-unit master-planned, mixed-use community in Madera County that will include residences, commercial/office space, parks, community facilities, and associated infrastructure. The agreement requires the approval of…
Water Main Replacement Project Completed in Montebello
Cal Water has completed an infrastructure improvement project in Montebello, Calif., that will enhance system reliability and minimize potential water main leaks for local residents and businesses. The upgrade included installation of 1,605 feet of new 12-inch ductile-iron water main and 1,691 feet of 24-inch cement-coated and lined water main on Garfield Avenue, Via Paseo,…
California Water Service Group Donates More Than $1,000,000 in 2018 to Improve Lives in Its Local Communities
As part of its ongoing commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves, California Water Service Group (Group) and its subsidiaries donated more than $1,000,000 to local non-profits, community organizations, and other philanthropic entities in 2018, exceeding 2017 contributions by an estimated $200,000. “In 2018, the deadly Mendocino Complex, Camp, and…
Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in San Mateo
Cal Water has begun retrofitting and painting the interior of the water storage tank on 28th Avenue in San Mateo, a project that will improve water supply reliability for area residents. The work will control corrosion of the tank, extend the life of the infrastructure, and help maintain water quality. It will also enhance the…
Two Infrastructure Improvement Projects Completed in Salinas
Cal Water completed two water infrastructure upgrades in Salinas in late 2018 that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency, and enhance fire protection in the area. The first project included the replacement of more than 2,000 feet of water main with 8-inch PVC pipe and the installation of 45 new 1-inch service connections…
Evan Markey Selected as District Manager for Marysville
Mary Jones, Twelve-Year Marysville District Employee, to Oversee Day-to-Day Operations Cal Water has selected its Willows Manager Evan Markey to also lead the utility’s Marysville and Redwood Valley Districts. Markey succeeds Local Manager Rob Thompson, who transitioned into a management role in another Cal Water district earlier this month. Markey, who has served as Cal…
Evan Markey Selected as District Manager for Redwood Valley Service Area
Darin McCosker Will Continue to Oversee Day-to-Day Operations Cal Water has selected its Willows Manager Evan Markey to also lead the utility’s Redwood Valley and Marysville Districts. Markey, who has served as Cal Water’s Willows Local Manager since May 2017, has been with Cal Water for 11 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of water…
Water System Enhancement in Los Altos Complete
Cal Water has completed a main replacement project in Los Altos that will strengthen water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency, and enhance fire protection in the area. The project, which began in October 2018 and was completed just before the new year, included the installation of approximately 2,200 feet of new 6-inch water main on…
Cal Water Reassuring Chico and Oroville Residents of Water Quality
After neighboring towns issued do-not-drink advisories due to effects from the Camp Fire, Cal Water took steps to reassure its customers in Chico and Oroville that local water quality was not impacted and the water remains safe to use and drink. Residents in Chico and Oroville began contacting Cal Water after hearing about water quality…
California Public Utilities Commission Approves Cal Water Provision of Regulated Water Service to Travis Air Force Base
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) voted today to approve Cal Water, the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group, owning and operating the Travis Air Force Base (TAFB) water system as a regulated water utility district. The decision enables Cal Water to acquire the water distribution assets of TAFB from the U.S. Department of…
Infrastructure Improvement Project Begins in Bakersfield
Cal Water has began a new infrastructure improvement project to interconnect pipelines to the Kern County Water Agency. This project will ensure consistent water pressure for residents and improve resiliency of the water supply during times of drought. “This project is the latest example of our commitment to delivering high-quality water service and value to…
Cal Water Donates Nearly $200,000 to Charities in Local Service Areas to Help Neighbors in Need This Holiday Season
As part of its commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves, Cal Water is partnering with charitable organizations in each of its service areas to help feed thousands of needy families this Thanksgiving and during the upcoming holidays. Through its annual Operation Gobble program, Cal Water is donating $194,510 to…
Cal Water Begins Emergency Aid Services to Help Rebuild Town of Paradise
Cal Water will begin sending teams, resources, and equipment from across the state today to assist the Paradise Irrigation District and help the community of Paradise rebuild following the Camp Fire. After the fire began, Cal Water extended an offer of assistance to the Paradise Irrigation District. Upon surveying the needs of its water system,…
Water Main Replacement Project in North Fair Oaks Begins
Cal Water is starting an infrastructure upgrade that will improve system reliability and fire protection for North Fair Oaks residents, businesses, and first responders. The project is scheduled to begin on November 5 and is expected to take approximately three weeks. “Water main replacement projects such as this are critical to our commitment of ensuring…
Cal Water Launches Fifth Annual Classroom Conservation Competition
Elementary students encouraged to submit water conservation projects Cal Water and the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) today announced the launch of the fifth annual Cal Water H2O Challenge. The free, project-based competition invites fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade classrooms in Cal Water service areas to develop and implement solutions for water issues. To…
California Water Service Group Named Great Place to Work® for Third Year in a Row
For the third consecutive year, the Great Place to Work® Institute has certified California Water Service Group as a Great Place to Work®. The designation reflects the utility’s commitment to employees in its California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington subsidiaries. The Great Place to Work® certification includes two parts: first, a Culture Audit© about the…
Water Main Replacement Project Begins in Chico District
Cal Water began an infrastructure improvement project today that will enhance system reliability and fire protection for Hamilton City-area residents, businesses, and first responders. The project is expected to be completed in six to eight weeks. “This water system upgrade is an important investment in our drinking water infrastructure that will protect against leaks, ensure…
Marysville District Supports Local Homeless Youth
As part of its commitment to improving the lives of those in its service areas, Cal Water’s Marysville District today donated a commercial-grade clothes washer and dryer, along with laundry essentials, to Marysville High School, so homeless and underserved students that attend the school will have access to clean clothes. Steve White, who teaches civics…
Cal Water Receives Most Outstanding Water Project of the Year Award by American Society of Civil Engineers
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) San Joaquin Branch awarded Cal Water the “Water Project of the Year” for its 1,2,3-trichloropropane (TCP) treatment and compliance project at the ASCE San Joaquin Branch banquet yesterday evening. The utility will also accept the “Water Project of the Year” award by the ASCE’s Los Angeles Section, which…
Cal Water Service Sponsors California Safe Drinking Water Data Challenge
Cal Water has joined the California Safe Drinking Water Data Challenge to help Californians statewide gain access to safe drinking water. The utility is providing a total of $10,500 in prize money, awarding $1,500 to each of the seven general award winners, which include the Rising Innovator Award, Ready-to-Go Award (based on feasibility of implementation),…
Generator Installation Project in Livermore Completed to Improve System Reliability
Cal Water has completed installation of a new emergency generator in southern Livermore, enhancing water system reliability and fire protection to area customers. The infrastructure improvement project will enable the local station on Geneva Street to continue to run in the event of a power outage and ensure customers do not experience a water service…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade Begins in Southeast Salinas
Cal Water began a water infrastructure upgrade that will improve water service reliability and fire protection for Salinas District residents and businesses today. The upgrade includes the installation of 2,285 feet of new eight-inch water main, three fire hydrants, and 55 one-inch service connections. Installation will take place along Magnolia Drive, Meadow Drive, Garden Way,…
Water System Upgrade in Los Altos Complete
Cal Water has completed a water main replacement project in its Los Altos District that will strengthen water system reliability, infrastructure resiliency, and fire protection in the area. Crews installed about 2,200 feet of new 8-inch water main on Covington Road, from Miramonte Avenue to Spencer Way, in the city of Los Altos and installed…
Generator Installation Completed in Salinas to Enhance Water System Reliability
Cal Water has completed installation of a new emergency generator on San Jacinto Drive in Salinas, bringing increased water system reliability and fire protection to area customers. The infrastructure improvement project will enable the well station to continue to run in the event of a power outage and ensure customers do not experience a water…
Willows District Installs New SCADA System to Enhance Service Reliability
Cal Water has completed installation of a new SCADA system to help enhance water system reliability for customers in its Willows District. The upgrade improves Cal Water’s ability to monitor different parts of the water system remotely and enables the district to react quicker to any issues in the distribution system. The new SCADA system,…
New Bayshore Customer and Field Operation Center Earns Leed Silver Certification
As part of its commitment to sustainability, Cal Water’s new Bayshore District Customer and Field Operations Center in San Mateo, Calif., has earned the prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED certification, a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement, is the most widely used green…
Cal Water to Preserve Historic Elevated Tanks
After extensive research and consultation with historical preservation experts, Cal Water announced today that it will preserve and maintain two elevated water storage tanks listed on the City of Chico’s historic registry. The now-empty tanks, located at East Third and Orient streets, were constructed in 1905 and 1913. “As a regulated water utility, we cannot…
Lincoln Avenue Water Main Replacement Project Begins
Cal Water is beginning an infrastructure improvement project in its East Los Angeles District that will enhance system reliability and fire protection for Montebello residents and businesses. Crews will install approximately 1,590 feet of new 12-inch, ductile-iron water pipelines and 1,620 feet of 24-inch, cement-coated and lined steel water pipes. The pipeline replacement will begin…
Two Care Stations Open in Lucerne as Residents Return from Mandatory Evacuation
Cal Water announced today that it has set up two care stations with food staples and bottled water for Lucerne customers returning from the mandatory evacuation necessitated by the Mendocino Complex Fire. According to Cal Water, water quality was unaffected by the fire and evacuation, because it was able to send crews in to keep…
Cal Water Selected to Provide Water and Wastewater Services in Madera County Master-Planned Community
Cal Water announced today that it has entered into an Operations & Maintenance agreement with Tesoro Viejo Development, Inc. to operate the water, wastewater, recycled water, storm water, and agricultural water systems serving the Tesoro Viejo development in Madera County, Calif., a mixed-use master-planned community that is approved for up to 5,190 residential units and…
Pump Station Upgrade in Los Trancos Area Complete
Cal Water has completed an infrastructure improvement project in its Bear Gulch District that will improve system reliability for Los Trancos customers, both for everyday use and during an emergency or natural disaster. The project included replacing the generator and booster pumps and retrofitting the tank with earthquake-resistant fittings. Crews also installed shelters on the…
Cal Water Employee Recognized as "Distinguished Rotarian" and "Cog of the Year" by Downtown Salinas Rotary Club
The Downtown Salinas Rotary Club has recognized Cal Water District Manager Brenda Granillo as a “Distinguished Rotarian” for her efforts in raising more than $10,000 for the Club’s annual Pigs, Pinot & More fundraising event. Granillo, who joined the Club in 2016, was also awarded the “COG of the Year” honor, which recognizes the Club’s…
Main Replacement Project in Bear Gulch District Begins
Cal Water has begun an infrastructure improvement project in its Bear Gulch District that will enhance system reliability and emergency fire protection for Redwood City residents and businesses. Crews will install approximately 1,950 feet of new 8-inch PVC water main on Warrington Avenue, from Fair Oaks Avenue to Northside Avenue in Redwood City. PVC generally…
Cal Water Files Proposal to Invest $828.5 Million in its California Water Systems Between 2019 and 2021
As part of its commitment to provide a reliable supply of high-quality water to the communities it serves, Cal Water—the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group—yesterday submitted infrastructure improvement plans in all of its California districts for years 2019-2021 in its General Rate Case (GRC) filing with the California Public Utilities Commission (Commission). The…
Construction of Well Station in Bakersfield District Begins
Cal Water has begun a new infrastructure improvement project to support the community’s everyday and emergency water needs, and decrease the potential impact of weather and power disturbances. The utility is constructing a new water well station that will supply between 1.5 million to 2 million gallons of water per day to Bakersfield customers. The…
California Water Service Group Named a Top Workplace in Bay Area for Seventh Consecutive Year
For the seventh year in a row, the Bay Area News Group has named California Water Service Group one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area. The 2018 distinction, which was announced yesterday evening, was awarded based on input from local employees of its largest subsidiary, California Water Service. The Top Workplace rankings are…
New Water Storage Tank Completed in Salinas to Enhance Local Water System Reliability
Cal Water has completed construction of a new water storage tank in its Salinas District that will improve water system reliability and increase water reserves for firefighters and other emergencies. The new 150,000-gallon tank is made of bolted steel, a material chosen for longevity and its ability to withstand seismic activity. The tank is on…
Cal Water Receives American Water Works Association National Diversity Award
The American Water Works Association (AWWA) honored Cal Water with the 2018 Diversity Award today for the utility’s ongoing commitment to promoting and embracing diversity in business. The Diversity Award, presented at ACE18, AWWA’s annual national conference, recognizes an individual or organization that has created, promoted, and maintained diversity by establishing an environment that recognizes,…
City of Commerce Awards Renewal of Water System Lease to Cal Water
Agreement Extends Operations and Maintenance Service Through 2033 The City of Commerce has renewed a lease agreement for Cal Water to operate the City’s water system for the next 15 years. The City of Commerce water system, which serves 1,200 customer connections, will continue to be operated by Cal Water’s East Los Angeles District through…
Rate Decreases Requested Due to New Tax Law and Capital Financing
Costs Filing Reflects Regulated Utility’s Actual Cost of Service Cal Water submitted a filing with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) yesterday to decrease revenue needed in its service areas by almost $18 million, due to changes in federal tax laws and CPUC-authorized capital equity and debt financing costs. If approved as submitted, new rates…
Cal Water Brings Families Together to Learn About the Local Water System
Cal Water’s Selma District held a Water Awareness Festival at Lincoln Park Plaza on Wednesday, where more than 300 residents came to learn about their water system and enjoy time with their fellow community members. At the festival, attendees interacted with representatives from the utility’s engineering, water quality, customer service, operations, and conservation departments. They…
Employee Named Safety Employee of the Year by Central California Safety Council
Cal Water employee Curtis Reynolds was named the Safety Employee of the Year yesterday by the Central California Safety Council. Reynolds, who has been with Cal Water for 34 years, currently serves as Foreman for Flushing and Valve Maintenance in the utility’s Stockton District. The Central California Safety Council selected Reynolds for the award for…
Water System and Fire Safety Improvements Completed in Eastern Los Altos
Cal Water has completed the replacement of more than 6,500 feet of aging water mains on Arboleda Drive, between Springer Road and Campbell Avenue, in Los Altos, Calif., to improve water system reliability and fire protection for the local community. The original four-inch steel main, which was more than 60 years old, was replaced with…
Visalia District Celebrates TCP Treatment Plant Completion During Water Awareness Month
In honor of Water Awareness Month, Cal Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of treatment plants that eliminate TCP in the drinking water delivered to its Visalia District customers. Visalia Mayor Warren Gubler, Councilmembers Phil Cox and Bob Link, Planning Commission Chairperson Brett Taylor, and Assistant City Manager Leslie Caviglia were among…
California Water Service Group Opens 2018 College Scholarship Program in California, Hawaii, and Washington
Students pursuing higher education and residing in areas served by California Water Service Group (Group) subsidiaries may now apply for scholarships through the company’s annual College Scholarship Program. Group will award $60,000 in college scholarships this summer to eligible students; two grand-prize winners in the 2018-2019 cycle will receive $10,000 each, with additional recipients receiving…
Cal Water, City of Salinas Encourage Residents and Businesses to Continue Using Water Wisely as Water Awareness Month Begins
As Californians begin to observe Water Awareness Month, Cal Water and the City of Salinas are encouraging residents and businesses to keep up the excellent conservation habits they practiced during and since the recent historic drought. Although mandatory water-use reduction requirements were lifted in 2016, customers served by Cal Water’s Salinas District still achieved a…
Cal Water Reaffirms Support of Disabled-Veteran Businesses upon Start of National Military Appreciation Month
Cal Water marked National Military Appreciation Month by reaffirming its commitment to doing business with disabled veterans through its supplier diversity program. Cal Water procured $6.6 million in goods and services from disabled veteran-owned enterprises in 2017, tripling its spending compared to 2016. The results were reported in the utility’s 2017 Supplier Diversity Report to…
Bakersfield Adds Two Wells, Increasing Water Supply Reliability for Customers
Cal Water completed two important water infrastructure projects in Bakersfield this spring that improves water supply reliability for existing and future customers plus fire protection for first responders. The first upgrade included rehabilitating and bringing an existing well back into service, while crews also installed a new well to help meet the growing needs of…
Main Replacement Project to Begin in Marysville
Cal Water will begin a main replacement project this month in coordination with the City of Marysville as part of an extensive water system upgrade that will improve water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency. To reduce the financial impact of this infrastructure improvement project, Cal Water has timed construction to coincide with the City’s work…
Evan Markey Officially Selected as Willows District Local Manager
Cal Water has named Evan Markey as the permanent Local Manager for the utility’s Willows District. Markey, who has served as Willows’ Interim Local Manager since May 2017, has been with Cal Water for 10 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of water distribution, operations, and treatment systems. Markey started his Cal Water career in…
Water Infrastructure Upgrade to Begin in Redondo Beach
Cal Water will begin a water infrastructure improvement project this month in Redondo Beach, part of the utility’s Rancho Dominguez District, that will improve water supply reliability and fire protection in the area. Beginning April 23, crews will install about 3,240 feet of new 6-inch water main along Fisk Lane, Alvord Lane, and Amour Lane,…
Selma District Commemorates 1,2,3-Trichloropropane (TCP) Treatment Plant Completion
Cal Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week to commemorate the completion of a treatment plant that eliminates TCP in the drinking water delivered to its Selma District customers. Selma Councilmembers Scott Robertson, Louis Franco, Michael Derr, and Yvette Montijo, representatives from the offices of State Senator Andy Vidak, Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula, and Congressman David…
James Crawford Named District Manager for East Los Angeles District
Cal Water has selected James (Jim) Crawford to serve as the District Manager for the utility’s East Los Angeles District. Crawford, who has served as the Interim District Manager since August 16, 2017, has been with Cal Water since 1996 and has extensive hands-on knowledge of water distribution, operations, and treatment systems. Crawford started his…
Bear Gulch District Reaffirms Commitment to Environment with Completion of Fish Passage
District Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Community Partners Cal Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to commemorate the completion of an important, long-planned fish ladder passage through its watershed. Woodside Mayor Chris Shaw, Planning Commissioner Marilyn Voelke, Planning Director Jackie Young, Woodside Fire Marshall Denise Enea, and a representative from Assemblymember Marc Berman’s office were among…
Willows Fifth-Graders Win 2018 Cal Water H2O Challenge Grand Prize
Murdock Elementary students taught their community how and why to preserve drinking water Mike Buckley’s fifth-grade students at Murdock Elementary (Willows, Calif.) learned today that they won the 2018 Cal Water H2O Challenge grand prize for their efforts to protect drinking water at school and throughout the community. The grand prize includes a $3,500 grant…
San Lauren Elementary Sixth-Graders Take Second Place in Cal Water H2O Challenge
Students learned and taught others to preserve the local watershed in their winning entry Students at San Lauren Elementary in Bakersfield, Calif., along with teacher Julie Moore, took second place in the 2018 Cal Water H2O Challenge for their work to protect the local watershed. They won a $2,500 grant for the classroom along with…
Cal Water Honored With “Distinguished Service to the Community” Award by Selma Chamer of Commerce
The Selma Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) presented Cal Water with the Distinguished Service to the Community Award for the utility’s ongoing commitment at the Chamber’s annual banquet last night. The Chamber’s Distinguished Service to the Community Award recognizes a person or organization that has given outstanding service to Selma over an extended period of time.…
Sierra View Elementary Fourth-Graders Take Third Place in Cal Water H2O Challenge
Students researched and built water filtration systems to conserve water for their winning entry Students at Sierra View Elementary in Chico, Calif., along with teacher Emily Akimoto, took third place in the 2018 Cal Water H2O Challenge for their efforts to filter and reuse greywater as a means of water conservation. They won a $2,000…
California Public Utilities Commission Approves Revised Cost of Capital Proposed Decision
California Water Service Return on Equity Set at 9.2% Today, the California Public Utilities Commission adopted a revised proposed decision in the cost of capital proceeding for Cal Water and three other water utilities for the years 2018-2020, establishing for Cal Water a 9.20% return on equity and a 5.51% cost of debt, with a…
Oak Knoll Elementary Fourth-Graders Take Fourth Place in Cal Water H2O Challenge
Students researched and taught others about the benefits of xeriscape gardening as a means of water conservation in their winning entry Students at Oak Knoll Elementary in Menlo Park, Calif., along with teacher Caryl Brewbaker, took fourth place in the 2018 Cal Water H2O Challenge for their efforts to learn and teach others about the…
Cal Water Expands Commitment to Food Bank for Monterey County
As part of its dedication to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves, Cal Water doubled its annual commitment to the Food Bank for Monterey County (Food Bank) yesterday to help fund the charity’s new warehouse and food distribution building. With its donation, Cal Water encourages other Salinas businesses to support the…
Customer Center Dedicated to Memory of Stocktonian Robert (Bob) Foy
About 100 family members, friends, elected officials, colleagues, and community members joined together on March 15, 2018, to dedicate the Cal Water Stockton Customer Center to the memory of longtime Stockton resident, businessman, and community leader Bob Foy. Foy, a one-time Stocktonian of the Year, served as a California Water Service Group Director for 35…
Tank Construction Project in Bayshore District Complete
Cal Water has completed construction of a new water storage tank in the Bayshore District on 28th Avenue, between 31st Avenue and Sunset Terrace in San Mateo. Construction on the tank began in December 2015. The new tank will immediately improve the reliability of the water system and provide increased water flow during emergency events.…
Main Replacement Project Begins in Rancho Dominguez District
Cal Water is beginning a water system improvement project on the Palos Verdes Peninsula to improve water supply reliability and fire protection locally. Crews will install 2,430 feet of new 6-inch water main from 26974 to 27295 Eastvale Road during the next two months. The work will be performed Monday through Friday between 8 a.m.…
Extensive Main Replacement Project Begins in Marysville
Utility Urges Residents and Motorist to Utilize Alternative Routes, Will Work to Reduce Temporary Traffic Impacts Cal Water is beginning a water main replacement project this week along the 5th Street and J Street corridors in Marysville that will improve water system reliability to the community. During construction, Cal Water expects construction activities to cause…
Water Main Upgrade Completed in Bayshore District
Cal Water has completed installation of a new water main along Hillside Boulevard, Hemlock Avenue, and Larch Avenue in South San Francisco. The new main will improve water system reliability in the area and increase fire protection. Crews installed approximately two miles of new 6-inch water main beginning in July 2017 and ending this month.…
Cal Water Increasing Water System Reliability in North Salinas
Cal Water has completed a water main replacement project along Harding Street and Harding Circle in Salinas, Calif. This important water infrastructure improvement project will increase system reliability and fire protection in the area. Crews installed approximately 1,830 feet of new 6- and 8-inch PVC pipe to support the growing water demand in the area.…
Infrastructure Upgrade in Redwood Valley to Enhance Reliability and Fire Protection
Cal Water’s Redwood Valley District has completed a water infrastructure improvement project in Duncans Mills, Calif., that will increase fire protection and improve the overall reliability of the water system for local customers. The project was completed two months ahead of schedule. The utility installed 5,800 feet of new 6-inch water main and 11 new…
Main Installation Project Begins in Livermore
Cal Water has begun a water system improvement project in Livermore, which involves the installation of new water main, mostly on 7th Street from South K to South J Streets. Once completed, the new main will improve water service reliability throughout the area. Cal Water will install close to 4,900 feet of new PVC pipe,…
Cal Water Completes Pump Station Upgrade and Hosts Open House For Community
Cal Water’s Bayshore District has completed a major infrastructure improvement project in San Carlos that improves water supply reliability and water pressure for local customers. The pump station renovation included installation of three new pumps and replacement of 500 feet of aging water main, which enables the station to produce 2,800 gallons of water per…
Main Installation Project Started in Marysville District
Cal Water will begin a main installation project this week in its Marysville District, which will improve water service and infrastructure reliability near the River Front Park area. Almost 1,300 feet of new water mains will be installed on Pine Street from 4th to 5th Streets and on J Street from 5th to 6th Streets…
Construction of New Well Begins in Bakersfield District
Cal Water’s Bakersfield District has begun construction of a new water well in the southern portion of our service area, which will provide customers with an additional two million gallons of water per day and strengthen firefighting capabilities. “The water that the new well produces will ensure Cal Water is able to meet the increasing…
Cal Water to Meet New Water Quality Standard for TCP in All Impacted Districts
Treatment Facilities Online in Accordance With January 2018 Compliance Deadline Cal Water announced today that construction of treatment facilities was completed so that water provided in all of its service areas impacted by 1,2,3-trichloropropane (TCP) will meet the new state standard of 5 parts per trillion, in accordance with the compliance deadline set for January…
Water Treatment Plant Constructed in South San Francisco
Cal Water’s Bayshore District has completed construction of a groundwater treatment plant in South San Francisco, which will ensure the local water supply continues to meet all federal and state water quality standards. Before this treatment plant was brought online, water for the region needed to be blended with finished water from other sources, whereas…
Los Altos District Invests Almost $10.5 Million in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Los Altos District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $16,300 to local charitable organizations and investing $10,474,438 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects, including new water mains, a tank, booster pumps, and a well upgrade. This year, the Los Altos District helped non-profits provide vital services to…
Bakersfield District Donates More Than $36 Million in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Bakersfield District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $66,500 to local charitable organizations and investing $36,160,000 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Bakersfield District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to the American Cancer Society, Bakersfield Homeless Center,…
Read MoreChico District Invests in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Chico District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating nearly $25,000 to local charitable organizations and investing more than $10.5 million dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Chico District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to the Salvation Army,…
Read MoreDixon District Donates $10,000 to Local Charities and Community Groups
Cal Water’s Dixon District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $10,000 to local charitable organizations and community groups. This year, the Dixon District helped non-profits provide services to community members in need by donating to the Dixon Rotary Foundation, American Legion Post 208, Dixon Toys for Tots, and…
Read MoreEast Los Angeles District Donates $40,000 to Local Charities and Community Groups
Cal Water’s East Los Angeles District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $41,500 to local charitable organizations and community groups. This year, the East Los Angeles District helped non-profits provide services to community members in need by donating to the American Red Cross, Help the Children, Centro Maravilla…
Read MoreKing City District Donates $12,670 to Local Charities and Community Groups
Cal Water’s King City District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating more than $12,000 to local charitable organizations and community groups. This year, the King City District helped non-profits provide services to community members in need by donating to the Salvation Army of South Monterey County, Loaves &…
Read MoreKern River Valley District Invests Nearly $675,000 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Kern River Valley District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $3,600 to local charitable organizations and investing $671,065 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Kern River Valley District helped non-profits provide services to community members by donating to the Kern Valley Hospital Foundation, Chamber…
Read MoreLivermore District Invests $5,134,253 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Livermore District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $25,000 to local charitable organizations and investing $5,109,253 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects, including replacing an aging booster pump station and tank, retrofitting another tank, and installing a generator. This year, the Livermore District helped non-profits provide vital…
Read MoreMarysville District Invests Almost $1 Million in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Marysville District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $20,650 to local charitable organizations and investing $968,581 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Marysville District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to the Salvation Army, Hands of Hope, Habitat…
Read MoreWestlake District Invests $2,071,600 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Westlake District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $13,700 to local charitable organizations and investing $2,057,900 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Westlake District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank, Food Share…
Read MoreOroville District Invests $170,000 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Oroville District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $27,000 to local charitable organizations and investing $2,351,556 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Oroville District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to the Hope Center, Salvation Army, Oroville Rescue…
Read MoreRancho Dominguez District Donates $47,000 to Local Charities and Community Groups
Cal Water’s Rancho Dominguez District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $47,000 to local charitable organizations and community groups. This year, the Rancho Dominguez District helped non-profits provide services to community members in need by donating to the El Camino College Foundation, 101 Enterprises Foundation, Rotary Club of…
Read MoreRedwood Valley District Invests $170,000 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Redwood Valley District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $11,000 to local charitable organizations and investing $158,000 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Redwood Valley District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to Lucerne Alpine Senior Center, Redwood…
Read MoreSelma District Invests $1,535,000 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Selma District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $ $35,000 to local charitable organizations and investing $1,500,000 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects, including building water treatment plants and installing new meters. This year, the Selma District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need…
Read MoreSalinas District Invests More than $11.9 Million in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Salinas District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $59,000 to local charitable organizations and investing $11,860,850 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects, including new water mains and storage tanks. This year, the Salinas District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in need by donating to…
Read MoreBear Gulch District Donates $13,200 to Local Charities and Community Groups
Cal Water’s Bear Gulch District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating more than $13,000 to local charitable organizations and community groups. This year, the Bear Gulch District helped non-profits provide services to community members in need by donating to St. Anthony’s Padua Dining Room, Riley’s Place, Atherton Police…
Read MoreStockton District Donates $38,700 to Local Charities and Community Groups
Cal Water’s Stockton District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating nearly $40,000 to local charitable organizations and community groups. This year, the Stockton District helped non-profits provide services to community members in need by donating to the Stockton Shelter for the Homeless, Bread of Life, Child Abuse Prevention…
Read MoreBayshore District Invests More than $11.3 Million in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Bayshore District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $13,700 to local charitable organizations and investing $11,295,748 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects, including new water mains, generators, storage tanks, and a Customer Center. This year, the Bayshore District helped non-profits provide vital services to community members in…
Read MoreVisalia District Invests $8,851,065 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Visalia District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $45,140 to local charitable organizations and investing $8,805,925 dollars in infrastructure improvement projects, including new water mains, generators, services, treatment plants, and fire hydrants. Four wells were also rehabilitated. This year, the Visalia District helped non-profits provide vital…
Read MoreWillows District Invests $1,078,888 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Willows District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $6,000 to local charitable organizations and investing more than one million dollars in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Willows District helped non-profits provide services to community members by donating to the Willows Food Bank, Glenn County Senior…
Read MoreAntelope Valley District Invests $381,354 in Infrastructure Improvement Projects and Local Charities
Cal Water’s Antelope Valley District reaffirmed its commitment to improving the communities it serves in 2017 by donating $1,500 to local charitable organizations and investing $379,854 in infrastructure improvement projects. This year, the Antelope Valley District helped non-profits provide services to community members by donating to the Lake Hughes Community Center, West Antelope Valley Historical…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Main Installation Project in Stockton
Cal Water has begun a major main installation project that will improve water supply reliability and ensure that water is pumped evenly throughout the system to customers in south Stockton. This month, Cal Water began installing approximately 5,360 feet of new 6-inch water main along the following streets: Howard Street, from the 300 block through…
Read MoreGeorge Barber Named as District Manager for Chico Service Area
Pete Bonacich Retiring as District Manager After 36 Years of Service;Barber to Lead Both Chico and Oroville Districts Cal Water has selected its Oroville Manager George Barber to also lead the utility’s Chico District, effective this month. Barber, who has served as the Local Manager in Oroville since April 2017, succeeds District Manager Pete Bonacich,…
Read MoreFirst Phase of Treatment Plant Construction in Rancho Dominguez District Finished
Cal Water has completed construction on a new well in Carson, which is the first phase in building a new water treatment plant in its Rancho Dominguez District. The new well, which is expected to produce 2,000 gallons of water per minute, will reduce dependency on costlier purchased water for residents and increase supply reliability.…
Read MoreGenerator Installation Completed in Bayshore District
Cal Water customers in San Carlos now benefit from increased water system reliability and fire protection, with the installation of a new emergency generator at the utility’s station on Highland Avenue. The infrastructure improvement project will ensure that the station continues to run in the event of a power outage, and customers do not experience…
Read MoreFourth Annual Student Water Conservation Competition Launched
Cal Water and its partner, the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), announced today the launch of the fourth annual Cal Water H2O Challenge. Fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade classrooms in Cal Water service areas are eligible to compete for cash prizes and an overnight field trip by designing solutions for local water conservation issues.…
Read MoreInfrastructure Upgrade in Bear Gulch District Begins
Cal Water is beginning a water infrastructure upgrade at its storage tank and pump station on Vista Verde Way in Portola Valley, which will improve water supply reliability to customers in the area. Construction crews will begin retrofitting the existing water tank and replacing the existing booster pumps, generator and station piping to improve station…
Read MoreWater Storage Tank Upgrade in Redondo Beach Completed
Cal Water today completed a water infrastructure improvement project in Redondo Beach that will ensure local customers continue to have a reliable supply of water for decades to come. The project included removal of the existing, aging overlay on and recoating of a 1.5-million-gallon water storage tank on Prospect Ave., which will extend the integrity…
Read MorePump Station Renovations in Bayshore District Completed
Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure project to upgrade the utility’s pump station on Hilltop Drive in San Carlos. With this major infrastructure upgrade complete, residents will see immediate service improvements, including more consistent water pressure. The upgrade will also improve water flow for fire-related emergencies and ensure a reliable supply of high-quality water…
Read MoreMain Installation Project in East Los Angeles District Begins
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure improvement project in its East Los Angeles District to replace and install new water mains. These new mains will enable the utility to meet the increasing demand for water in the area and support system reliability. Crews will install approximately 6,300 feet of 20-inch water mains on Westside…
Read MoreCal Water Donates $166,000 to Charities in Local Service Areas to Brighten Holidays for Needy
As residents across the state celebrate Thanksgiving and prepare for the upcoming holidays, Cal Water is partnering with charitable organizations in each of its service areas to help feed thousands of needy families. Through its Operation Gobble program, Cal Water is donating a total of $166,000 to local food banks, rescue missions, community service facilities,…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Main Replacement Projects in King City District
KING CITY, Calif. — Cal Water has completed two main replacement projects in the utility’s King City District, which will increase system reliability and fire protection. The improvements were made on North Russ Street between Lynn Street and Collins Street, and on Lynn Street between North 2nd Street and North 1st Street. The upgrades are…
Read MoreCal Water Receives 2017 Distinguished Supplier Diversity Award From U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency
Cal Water was honored with a 2017 Distinguished Supplier Diversity Award this week by President Donald J. Trump as part of National Minority Enterprise Development Week. Cal Water’s Supplier Diversity Program Manager Jose Espinoza accepted the award at the White House on the utility’s behalf. The award was given to Cal Water by Trump and…
Read MoreCal Water Receives AWWA Larry C. Larson Safety Award
Cal Water received the 2016-2017 Larry C. Larson Safety Award for Class IV utilities from the American Water Works Association’s (AWWA) California-Nevada Section at its annual conference today. The award for Class IV utilities, or those with more than 500 employees, recognizes a large utility’s commitment to its employees’ health and safety. According to AWWA’s…
Read MoreInfrastructure Upgrade Project in Stockton Begins
Cal Water is beginning a new water infrastructure improvement project to benefit residents in Stockton, Calif. Crews are constructing a new water storage tank and booster pump station on South El Dorado Street, which will improve water supply reliability, provide emergency storage, and increase fire protection. “This critical project will ensure the continued delivery of…
Read MoreCal Water Educates Customers, State Representatives on "Imagine a Day Without Water"
Cal Water’s Kern River Valley District welcomed residents and other special guests to a treatment plant tour in Kernville, Calif., on October 12, 2017, to commemorate the Value of Water Coalition’s “Imagine a Day Without Water.” Assemblymember Devon Mathis (CA-26) and a representative of Supervisor Mick Gleason were also in attendance. Attendees learned the ins…
Read MoreCal Water’s Jose Espinoza Named Supplier Diversity Champion of the Year by ASIAN, Inc.
At its annual gala Friday night, Oct. 6, 2017, ASIAN, Inc. named Cal Water’s Jose Espinoza its Supplier Diversity Champion of the Year. This award was presented to Espinoza for his efforts to advocate for the diverse business community. Espinoza, Cal Water’s Supplier Diversity Program Manager, is responsible for the utility’s goal to enhance procurement…
Read MoreCal Water to Improve Water System Reliability in Redwood Valley District, Invites Customers To Attend Informational Community Meeting
Cal Water will begin installing 5,800 feet of new 6-inch water main and new fire hydrants in October 2017 to improve water system reliability and fire protection for customers on Freezeout Road in Duncans Mills, Calif. Residents along Freezeout Road are invited to a community meeting to learn more about the utility’s upcoming infrastructure improvement…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Awards College Scholarships for Fourth Consecutive Year
$60,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Students in Utility’s Service Areas Two students from Bakersfield and Salinas, Calif., were awarded grand-prize scholarships of $10,000 each in California Water Service Group’s (Group) fourth annual college scholarship cycle, the utility announced today. In total, 22 college students from Group’s California, Hawaii, and Washington service areas received $60,000 for…
Read MoreMain Replacement Initiative In Bear Gulch District Continues
As part of its proactive, systematic main replacement program to replace aging pipes and provide reliable water service to its Bear Gulch District customers, Cal Water recently completed a main installation project in Woodside and began a new project in San Mateo County. In Woodside, crews installed 2,240 feet of 6-inch ductile iron pipes in…
Read MoreBoil Water Notice Canceled for Affected Visalia Customers
On Thursday, September 21, 2017, you were advised to use boiled or bottled water for drinking and cooking due to a main break that occurred when a third-party contractor struck our water main. Water quality test results confirm that it is no longer necessary to boil your water. We advised you to take this precautionary…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Named Great Place To Work® For Second Consecutive Year
SAN JOSE, Calif. — For the second year in a row, California Water Service Group has been named a Great Place to Work® by the Great Place to Work® Institute. The recognition is reflective of the Group’s ongoing commitment to employees in its regulated California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington subsidiaries. The 2017 Great Place…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Named Great Place to Work® for Second Consecutive Year
For the second year in a row, California Water Service Group has been named a Great Place to Work® by the Great Place to Work® Institute. The recognition is reflective of the Group’s ongoing commitment to employees in its regulated California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington subsidiaries. The 2017 Great Place to Work® certification is…
Read MoreClearing Up Confusion about Water Rates in Bakersfield
Over the last few weeks, you may have seen some comments online about Cal Water proposing to increase water rates in Bakersfield. This information is not accurate. Cal Water HAS NOT proposed to increase water rates in Bakersfield by 41%. The confusion stems from the fact that there are two primary water systems in Bakersfield.…
Read MoreCal Water Hosts Water Awareness Morning and Salute to Local Heroes
Cal Water hosted residents, real-life heroes, and pint-sized superheroes at an open house to honor first responders and educate the community about their tap water on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017. The event gave customers and their families a behind-the-scenes look at the recently upgraded Oroville District Water Treatment Plant and included a pancake breakfast, games,…
Read MoreConstruction Begins on New Reservoir to Increase Water Supply in Bayshore District
Cal Water will soon begin a water infrastructure improvement project in its Bayshore District that will dramatically increase the amount of water storage available for residents in San Mateo. Cal Water will construct a new reservoir that can hold 3 million gallons of water, an important step in providing downtown San Mateo with much-needed domestic…
Read MoreCal Water King City District Customers Not Impacted By Nitrate Levels In Groundwater
Cal Water does not have elevated levels of nitrate in water supplied to its customers, the utility confirmed after a community meeting held earlier in the week informed attendees that some Salinas Valley residents should not drink their water due to the nitrate levels. This week, the Salinas Basin Agriculture Stewardship Group held a meeting…
Read MoreSalinas District Customers Not Impacted by Nitrate Levels in Groundwater
Cal Water does not have elevated levels of nitrate in water supplied to its customers, the utility confirmed after a community meeting held earlier in the week informed attendees that some Salinas Valley residents should not drink their water due to the nitrate levels. This week, the Salinas Basin Agriculture Stewardship Group held a meeting…
Read MoreInfrastructure Project Improves Water Service Reliability in Redwood City
Cal Water has completed an infrastructure improvement project in the West Selby Lane area of Redwood City that improves overall reliability of the water system for customers. The project, which included the replacement of 2,500 feet of water mains, augments water flow, enhances fire protection, and minimizes future leaks. Crews replaced the older 6-inch, cast-iron…
Read MoreWater Main Upgrade In Bayshore District Complete
Cal Water’s Bayshore District has replaced 3,550 feet of aging water main in San Mateo. The newly installed main will increase the flow of water, reduce leaks, enhance fire protection, and improve the overall reliability of the system for customers living on Sunset Terrace and portions of 31st Avenue, Monterey Street, and 28th Avenue. The…
Read MoreWater Infrastructure Upgrade in Rancho Dominguez District Begins
Cal Water has begun a water infrastructure upgrade in Rancho Palos Verdes that will improve water supply reliability and fire protection to local residents and businesses. The project includes the installation of 4,718 feet of new 8-inch water main in the Littlebow Road area. Work will be performed Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project Begins in Marysville District
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure upgrade to improve water system reliability for local residents and businesses. Crews are replacing almost 70-year-old water mains in downtown Marysville, while the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) repairs and replaces a stretch of street and sidewalk in the area. In addition to increasing reliability in the area,…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Water Main Upgrade in Kern River Valley District
Cal Water is beginning a water infrastructure improvement project in Wofford Heights this week that includes the installation of about 800 feet of new 6-inch water main. The project will eliminate leaks, improve fire protection in the area, and enhance water supply reliability of the system. The main will be installed on Woodland Drive, from…
Read MoreCal Water Vice President of Engineering Joins Bay Area Water Supply & Conservation Agency Board
Robert J. Kuta, Vice President of Engineering and Environmental Affairs for Cal Water, has joined the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) Board of Directors, the utility announced today. Kuta was sworn in as a board member at BAWSCA’s Board of Directors meeting last night. A state-authorized regional agency, BAWSCA provides regional water…
Read MoreCal Water Celebrates 90 Years of Service in Stockton With Educational Customer Celebration
Cal Water celebrated 90 years of providing water utility service to Stockton residents and businesses at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds with about 1,500 local residents on Sunday afternoon. The free event was planned to show appreciation for Cal Water’s customers and educate them on their water service. District Manager John Freeman said, “We are…
Read MoreWater Quality Standard for TCP Adopted by State Water Resources Control Board; Cal Water Preparing to Meet Deadline
Proposed Regulation in Final Review by State Office of Administrative Law Cal Water has already begun construction of treatment facilities to meet the new maximum contaminant level (MCL) for TCP, which was adopted yesterday by the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board) and is being submitted to the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) for…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project in Chico to Improve Water Supply Reliability
Cal Water has completed a water main replacement project in the City of Chico that will increase the flow of water, prevent leaks, enhance firefighting capabilities, and improve the overall water supply reliability of the system for customers on Salem Street, between West 12th and West 16th Streets. Crews replaced 2,805 feet of aging 4-inch…
Read MoreFAQ: Changes in the Taste & Smell of Water in Bakersfield
In the coming days and weeks, some of Cal Water’s customers in Bakersfield may experience a change in the way their tap water tastes or smells as the result of temporary conditions at one of our primary sources of water supply: Lake Isabella. However, your water continues to meet all state and federal water quality…
Read MoreCal Water Main Replacement Project in Chico to Improve Water Supply Reliability
Cal Water has completed a water main replacement project in the city of Chico that will increase the flow of water, prevent leaks, enhance firefighting capabilities, and improve the overall water supply reliability of the system for customers on Salem Street , between 12th and 16th Streets. Crews replaced 2,805 feet of aging 4- and…
Read MoreCal Water Continues Extensive Environmental Initiative with Fish Ladder in Bear Gulch District
Cal Water has started an extensive environmental project to protect the trout population in Bear Gulch Creek. Cal Water draws its water for Bear Gulch District customers from the creek, which also supports runs of steelhead trout, considered to be threatened under the Federal Endangered Species Act. In 2013, Cal Water joined forces with the…
Read MoreCal Water Main Replacement Project Improves Water Supply Reliability In Bakersfield
Cal Water completed an infrastructure improvement project in central Bakersfield that included the replacement of 1,980 feet of water main. The new main improves the flow of water, protects against leaks, enhances fire protection, and increases the overall water supply reliability for residents living on Ming Avenue, Castro Lane, and Baldwin Road. Additionally, crews installed…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Named a Top Workplace in Bay Area for Sixth Consecutive Year
The Bay Area News Group today named California Water Service Group one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area for 2017. This marks the sixth consecutive year that the company has received the honor, which was awarded based on input from local employees of its largest subsidiary, Cal Water. Cal Water is a regulated…
Read MoreCal Water, City, and County Agencies Join Together for Coordinated Emergency Response Training
To enhance regional coordination in a large-scale emergency or disaster, representatives from Cal Water, the Cities of Oroville and Chico, and Butte County engaged in a regional Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training exercise together yesterday. The event, held at the Oroville Police and Fire Department Headquarters, included an emergency response classroom session and hands-on tabletop…
Read MoreCal Water Reaffirms Commitment to Community, Evaluating Additional Options for Elevated Tanks
After learning about additional, potential alternatives to preserve its four Chico elevated water tanks, Cal Water announced today that it is exploring these options in determining whether it is feasible to retrofit the tanks to meet modern seismic standards. A structural assessment conducted by a State of California registered, professional structural engineer had determined that…
Read MoreRedwood Valley to Improve Water Supply Reliability With New Emergency Generator
Cal Water’s Redwood Valley District is putting the finishing touches on the installation of a new emergency generator at its water pump station in Santa Rosa. The new generator will improve water supply reliability and enhance firefighting capabilities during emergencies by providing backup power in the event of a power outage. Next week crews will…
Read MoreCal Water Engineering Expert to Present on Groundwater Challenges and Utility Planning At American Water Works Association Annual Conference
As part of its commitment to sustainability and efficient water resource management, Cal Water is dedicated to studying groundwater issues and engaging in comprehensive, long-term, urban water management planning. Dr. Jonathan Keck will share his technical expertise on water resource management on behalf of Cal Water at the 2017 American Water Works Association (AWWA) Annual…
Read MoreCal Water Celebrates 90 Years of Service
Customer Appreciation Event Held Sunday, June 4 Cal Water celebrated 90 years of service in Bakersfield at the Kern County Fairgrounds with about 2,000 local residents on Sunday afternoon. The free event was open to Cal Water customers to show appreciation for 90 years of service. Bakersfield District Manager Mike Mares said, “We pride ourselves…
Read MoreCal Water Warns Customers of Scam Targeting Bakersfield Residents
Cal Water is warning its Bakersfield-area customers of a scam aimed at allowing strangers into their homes. Scammers are posing as Cal Water representatives and asking to inspect and replace their plumbing fixtures. Cal Water offers toilet replacement and bathroom fixture retrofit programs at times; however, utility representatives would not go door to door to…
Read MoreCalifornia Fish and Wildlife Agency Recognizes Cal Water Employees for Hatchery Efforts During Oroville Spillway Emergency
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife honored employees yesterday from agencies that provided assistance during the emergency evacuation of millions of spring-run salmon from the Oroville Fish Hatchery this past February. Cal Water employees Lynne McGhee, Kim Gregory, John Graham, Mike Jones, Greg Silva, and recently retired Toni Ruggle were among those recognized by…
Read MoreBuilding Urban Drought Resilience: Cal Water Supports Public Policy Institute of California Study
A new study published yesterday by the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC), “Building Drought Resilience in California’s Cities and Suburbs,” recommends improvements in drought resilience that can help urban areas better prepare for future droughts. The research was supported by Cal Water, the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group, as part of its…
Read MoreTwo Water Infrastructure Projects in Los Altos District Complete
Cal Water recently completed two infrastructure improvement projects in Los Altos Hills that improve water supply reliability and fire protection for local customers. The first was the replacement of an aging water storage tank, and the second was the installation of more than 4,500 feet of new water main. The new, 125,500-gallon, steel storage tank…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Water Main Replacement Project in Oroville to Enhance Supply and Reliability
Residents in Oroville are now benefiting from increased water flow, enhanced firefighting capabilities, and improved water supply reliability of the water system, as Cal Water has completed a water infrastructure improvement project in the city. With this project, Cal Water replaced 1,810 feet of aging water main along Baggett Marysville Road, Parks Street, Rose Street,…
Read MoreCal Water Celebrates Water Awareness Month With Family-Friendly Festival
Cal Water’s Selma District hosted a Water Awareness Festival this week, where more than 200 customers came to Lincoln Park Plaza to learn about their water system and enjoy afternoon festivities. Selma City Councilmembers Scott Robertson and Louis Franco, City Manager David Elias, Chief of Police Greg Garner, Fire Chief Mike Cain, City Clerk Reyna…
Read MoreCal Water Selects Rob Thompson as Local Manager for Marysville District
Cal Water has selected Robert (Rob) Thompson as the new Local Manager to lead its Marysville District. Thompson started in this role this week. Lee Seidel, who had been the Marysville District Manager since the 1980s, retired at the end of 2016; Rosanna Marino, Cal Water Assistant District Manager in Chico, led the district in…
Read MoreCal Water Presented Water Efficiency and Conservation Award from Kern Green
For its contributions to Kern County in 2016, Cal Water has won the 2017 Kern Green Award for water efficiency and conservation. Cal Water took home the honor based on water conservation programs implemented in the utility’s Bakersfield and Kern River Valley districts in 2016; the programs saved approximately 21.7 million gallons (MG) of water…
Read MoreCal Water to Begin Infrastructure Upgrade in the Town of Woodside
Cal Water will begin an infrastructure improvement project on May 15 to replace aging water storage and booster pump facilities at its station located at 503 Old La Honda Road. The upgrade will improve water supply reliability, increase storage in the event of an emergency, and better support peak demand in the town of Woodside.…
Read MoreWater Main Replacement Project in Visalia Completed Ahead of Schedule
Cal Water has completed four infrastructure improvement projects that replaced a total of 13,285 feet of aging water main in the Fairview area. The projects were part of Cal Water’s Visalia District main replacement program, which was dedicated to increasing water flow and pressure, enhancing fire-fighting capabilities, and improving the overall water supply reliability of…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project in Redwood City to Improve Water Service Reliability
A Cal Water main installation project in Redwood City is underway to replace nearly 6,000 feet of water mains along Rutherford and Alexander Avenues. The new water mains will prevent leaks, augment water flow, and enhance fire protection, while improving the overall water reliability of the system in the utility’s Bear Gulch District. Crews will…
Read MoreCal Water Names Ross Moilan as District Manager for Bayshore District
Cal Water announced today that Ross Moilan has been selected as the District Manager of the utility’s Bayshore operations. Moilan has been with Cal Water for more than 20 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of district operations and water systems. Moilan started his Cal Water career in the company’s Rancho Dominguez District in 1996…
Read MoreCal Water Names George Barber as New Oroville Local Manager
Toni Ruggle Retiring as District Manager After 37 Years of Service Cal Water announced today that George Barber has been selected to lead the utility’s Oroville District, effective April 24, 2017. He succeeds longtime manager and Oroville native Toni Ruggle, who will retire at the end of April. Barber joins Cal Water after spending more…
Read MoreChico Fifth-Graders Win 2017 Cal Water H2O Challenge Grand Prize
Sierra View Elementary students tested and confirmed safety of their school’s drinking water in winning entry Emily Akimoto’s fifth-grade class learned they won the 2017 Cal Water H2O Challenge grand prize today for testing the safety of their school’s drinking water. The Chico-based Sierra View Elementary students adopted the project due to recent issues in…
Read MoreCal Water Breaks Ground On New Tank and Booster Pump Station
Cal Water held a groundbreaking ceremony this week to commence construction of a new tank and booster pump station in its Stockton District. Stockton Councilmember Christina Fugazi, Stockton Fire Chief Erik Newman, and San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer Carlos Villapudua were among those in attendance, as the utility begins this…
Read MoreDowntown Elementary Sixth-Graders Save Water by Reducing Food Waste to Take Second Place in Cal Water H2O Challenge
Students master interactive educational experience developed in collaboration with the North American Association for Environmental Education Students at Downtown Elementary in Bakersfield, Calif., are helping reduce their school’s food waste as a means of conserving water. The class, along with its teacher Rachel Lenix, took second place in the 2017 Cal Water H2O Challenge, winning…
Read MoreChico’s Parkview Elementary Fourth-Graders Take Third Place in Cal Water H2O Challenge for Their Water Conservation PSAs
Students master interactive educational experience developed in collaboration with the North American Association for Environmental Education Students at Parkview Elementary in Chico, Calif., are helping spread the word on the importance of water quality and conservation by producing green-screen public service announcements (PSAs). The class, along with its teacher Pete Pembroke, took third place in…
Read MoreMurdock Elementary Fifth-Graders Developing Water Diversion Solutions Take Fourth Place in Cal Water H2O Challenge
Students master interactive educational experience developed in collaboration with the North American Association for Environmental Education Inspired by recent rainfall, students at Murdock Elementary in Willows, Calif., have developed water diversion solutions to help address future flooding in their community. The class, along with teacher Jennipher Dace, took fourth place in the 2017 Cal Water…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Opens Application Period for 2017 College Scholarship Program in California, Hawaii, and Washington Subsidiaries
California Water Service Group will award $60,000 in college and higher-education scholarships this summer through the company’s annual College Scholarship Program to eligible students residing in the company’s service areas. Two grand-prize winners in the 2017-2018 cycle will receive $10,000 each, with additional recipients receiving smaller awards for study in the next academic year. Scholarship…
Read MoreCal Water Increases Water Service Reliability with New Storage Tank in the Bayshore District
Cal Water improvement project to replace two aging water storage tanks in San Carlos began this week. A single 20,000-gallon, steel-bolted tank will replace the previously demolished 15,000-gallon tanks, both more than 60 years old, to improve water supply reliability and augment water flow for customers in the area. Crews will first relocate the existing…
Read MoreCal Water Installs New Main to Improve Water Supply Reliability in Kern River Valley District
Cal Water has started an infrastructure improvement project in the city of Kernville that includes the installation of 700 feet of new water main along Durwood Street. This water system upgrade will enhance reliability, water quality, and fire protection for local customers. The current 4-inch cement pipes will be replaced with 6-inch PVC main, which…
Read MoreCal Water Names Brenda Granillo District Manager for Salinas District
Cal Water announced today that Brenda Granillo has been selected as the permanent District Manager of the utility’s Salinas District. Granillo has been with Cal Water for 15 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of district operations and water systems. Granillo started her Cal Water career in 2002 as a Customer Service Representative in the…
Read MoreInfrastructure Projects to Improve Supply Reliability in Rancho Dominguez District
Two Cal Water infrastructure improvement projects are underway in the Rancho Dominguez District that include the combined installation of more than 3,300 feet of new water main in Redondo Beach. Crews will install 1,052 feet of new main along Paseo De Las Delicias and Via Buena Ventura, while 2,320 feet of new main will be…
Read MoreCal Water President & CEO Testifies Before House Energy And Commerce Subcommittee on Environment; Provides Recommendations on Tackling Nation’s Drinking Water Infrastructure Challenges
Martin A. Kropelnicki, President & Chief Executive Officer of California Water Service Group (Cal Water), testified yesterday on behalf of the National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) before the Subcommittee on Environment of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce at its hearing on “Reinvestment and Rehabilitation of Our Nation’s Safe Drinking…
Read MoreTwo New Storage Tanks in San Carlos Increase Water Supply Reliability
Cal Water will break ground on an infrastructure improvement project in the city of San Carlos that will add two new seismically designed, steel water storage tanks to the water system. The new tanks will improve water supply reliability during both normal conditions and during an emergency, as earthquakes and settlement are both concerns in…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Water Main Replacement Project in Oroville to Enhance Supply And Reliability
Cal Water has started a water infrastructure improvement project in the city of Oroville that includes replacing 1,810 feet of aging water main. The new pipes will not only increase water flow to customers along Baggett Marysville Road, Parks Street, Rose Street, Summers Street, and Helman Street, but they will also enhance fire-fighting capabilities and…
Read MoreStudents Touring Visalia Water Operations for National Groundwater Awareness Week
(Members of the media are invited to join the tour to be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 10, at Cal Water’s Station 95, located at 7385 Riggin Ave.) In recognition of National Groundwater Awareness Week, Cal Water will take two classes of Visalia high school students on a tour of its…
Read MoreStorage Tank Improvement Project in Rancho Palos Verdes Begins
Cal Water is making significant improvements to a 9.5-million-gallon water storage tank that serves Ranchos Palos Verdes residents and businesses. The project will extend the lifespan of the tank and improve the water supply reliability of the system. The concrete storage tank, built in the 1970s, is the largest owned by Cal Water. It is…
Read MoreCal Water Prepared to Treat Potentially Impacted Water Sources as State Issues Draft Regulation For 1,2,3 -Trichloropropane (TCP)
Following today’s release of a draft maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 5 parts per trillion (ppt) for 1,2,3-Trichloropropane (TCP) by the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board), Cal Water explained how it is preparing to meet the new water quality standard when compliance monitoring begins in 2018. As TCP is currently unregulated at both…
Read MoreCal Water Service Partners With California Fish & Game and Cal Fire to Save Endangered Species During Oroville Spillway Emergency
When recent storms and increased outflow from the Oroville Dam spillway raised the turbidity of the water at the Feather River Fish Hatchery, the Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) needed immediate assistance to save about 1 million steelhead eggs that could not be relocated. Local water utility Cal Water partnered with the DFW and…
Read MoreCal Water Tests For and Confirms No Mercury in Water Supply
Testing Conducted After Reports of Mercury in Russian River After news reports surfaced that elevated levels of mercury from the abandoned Mount Jackson Mercury Mine entered the Russian River, local water utility Cal Water conducted special testing on the water serving its Guerneville customers. Testing confirmed that there were no detectable levels of mercury in…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project Will Improve Water Supply Reliability in Chico
Cal Water is completing a water main replacement project in the city of Chico that includes the addition of nearly 1,500 feet of new water main. The new main will increase the flow of water, eliminate leaks, enhance fire protection, and improve the overall water supply reliability in the downtown Chico area. The older 6-inch,…
Read MoreOroville Customer Center Reopens After Evacuation Order Lifted
Cal Water reopened its Customer Center in Oroville at 2 p.m. this afternoon, after the Butte County Sheriff reduced the evacuation order for Oroville residents to an evacuation warning. The evacuation order had been in place since Sunday due to damage at the Oroville Dam’s emergency spillway. According to District Manager Toni Ruggle, the utility’s…
Read MoreMarysville Customer Center Reopens After Evacuation Order Lifted
Cal Water reopened its Customer Center in Marysville at 2 p.m. this afternoon, after the Butte County Sheriff reduced the evacuation order for Marysville residents to an evacuation warning. The evacuation order had been in place since Sunday due to damage at the Oroville Dam’s emergency spillway. According to Interim Local Manager Rosanna Marino, the…
Read MoreCal Water to Help Evacuees Celebrate Valentine’s Day
With displaced residents still in Chico due to the Oroville spillway mandatory evacuation order, Cal Water will be providing Valentine’s candy and water to evacuees at the Chico Fairgrounds this morning. Residents who have been at the fairgrounds can look for the Cal Water Emergency Response Trailer Unit by 10 a.m. Team members will be…
Read MoreCal Water Invites Oroville Evacuees in Chico to Movie Night at Cinemark
With the mandatory evacuation due to the Oroville spillway damage heavy on Oroville residents’ minds, Cal Water has partnered with Cinemark 14 in Chico to help alleviate their stress for one evening. Cal Water has reserved seats at the theater for Oroville evacuees to attend tonight’s showing of the Lego Batman Movie or La La…
Read MoreWater Main Installation Project in King City Begins
Project Will Improve Water Quality and Reliability for Customers A Cal Water project in King City is underway to install almost 2,500 feet of large-diameter water main and connect the southwest portion of the water system to the northeast portion. The water system improvement project will improve water quality and reliability of the system. This…
Read MoreCal Water Names Tamara Kelly District Manager in Visalia
Cal Water announced today that Tamara (Tammy) Kelly has taken the helm as District Manager of the utility’s Visalia District. Kelly has been with Cal Water for 31 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of water distribution, operations, and treatment systems. Kelly was most recently the Assistant District Manager for the utility’s Bakersfield District. Kelly’s…
Read MoreDisinfection Byproduct Levels Continue to Decline in Portion of Kernville System
Operational changes successfully addressing water system issue for 50 customers Operational changes made in Cal Water’s Kernville water system continue to successfully decrease levels of haloacetic acids (HAA5) in the water that serves 50 customers in a small portion of the Kernville system. Water quality test samples collected in the third and fourth quarters of…
Read MoreWater Service Reliability Increased with New Steel Tank in Los Altos
A Cal Water project is underway to replace an aging water storage tank in the residential area of Los Altos Hills. Once the project is completed in mid-March, the new, 100,000-gallon steel tank will increase water supply reliability for customers in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. The storage tank replacement project also includes a…
Read MoreExtensive Renovations at Pump Station in San Carlos to Enhance Reliability Begin
Cal Water has started a major renovation of a critical pump station in the city of San Carlos to improve water service reliability for local customers. Once the water system improvement project is complete, which is expected by late August, the station on Hilltop Drive will have two new booster pumps, a surge tank, and…
Read MoreBoil Water Advisory Canceled for Impacted Kernville System Customers
Cal Water and the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water have canceled the precautionary boil water advisory for all customers residing on Sirretta Street (from Rio Vista Drive to Burlando Road), Pine Drive (from Rio Vista Drive to Elm Street), Juniper Drive, Spruce Avenue, Alder Court, Oak Court, Oak Place, and Grandview…
Read MorePrecautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Small Portion of Cal Water’s Kernville System
Cal Water and the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW) have issued a precautionary boil water advisory for 87 customers residing on Sirretta Street (from Rio Vista Drive to Burlando Road only), Pine Drive (from Rio Vista Drive to Elm Street only), Juniper Drive, Spruce Avenue, Alder Court, Oak Court, Oak…
Read MoreCal Water to Monitor for Lead and Copper in Schools Within Service Areas
As part of its commitment to water quality, Cal Water announced today that it is finalizing plans to test for lead in water in schools within its service areas. The announcement follows the release of new guidelines for lead testing in schools by the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW) earlier…
Read MoreCal Water’s Bakersfield District Manager Rudy Valles to Retire; Michael Mares Named Successor
Cal Water has selected Mike Mares to serve as the new District Manager to lead its Bakersfield District. Rudy Valles, who has been the Bakersfield District Manager since 2012, is set to retire in March and is supporting Mares during the transition. Mares has held numerous roles for California Water Service Group and its subsidiaries…
Read MoreCal Water Supports Bakersfield Community Through 2016 Charitable Contributions
As part of its ongoing commitment to improving the quality of life in the areas it serves, Cal Water supports an array of local organizations each year that provide needed services in the community. The company’s year-long giving efforts provided a total of $16,815 to charitable organizations in 2016, with recipients ranging from homeless shelters…
Read MoreCal Water Improves Water System Reliability with New Booster Pump Station, Water Mains
Customers living in Portola Valley and Los Trancos are now experiencing better water pressure, stronger water system reliability, increased fire protection, and less road and trail closures, thanks to an extensive water system improvement project in the company’s Bear Gulch District. The project consisted of demolishing two outdated pump stations, consolidating locations, and replacing the…
Read MoreCalifornia Public Utilities Commission Issues Decision on Cal Water’s 2015 General Rate Case
Commissioners Also Approve Recovery of $2.9 Million in Drought Costs from 2014 and 2015 At its meeting today, the California Public Utilities Commission (Commission) issued a decision on Cal Water’s 2015 General Rate Case, marking the end of an extensive, 18-month review of the utility’s rates, water system improvement plans, and costs. Cal Water is…
Read MoreCal Water Goal to Raise $10,000 in Donations for Family in Water Heater Accident
Following a water heater accident that claimed the life of a Stockton-area man last month, Cal Water collected and will present a donation of about $10,000 to his family on Dec. 13, 2016, at 8:30 a.m. at Edison High School in Stockton, Calif. Jaime Gonzalez, a father of three and Cal Water customer, was trying to fix…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project in Stockton Begins
Water system reliability improvements are underway for Cal Water customers in the Stockton District as new water mains and services are installed. Cal Water will also replace 10 fire hydrants and install 15 additional fire hydrants to increase firefighting capabilities. In total, more than 16,000 feet of six and eight-inch PVC pipe will be put…
Read MoreState Releases Draft Framework for Permanent Conservation Standards
On November 30, the State Water Resources Control Board, Department of Water Resources, California Public Utilities Commission, California Department of Food and Agriculture, and the California Energy Commission released their draft framework for permanent conservation standards, as required by Governor Brown’s executive order to "Make Water Conservation a California Way of Life." After comments are…
Read MoreDonating $174,000 to Local Charities to Brighten Upcoming Holidays for Disadvantaged
As Californians prepare for Thanksgiving and the holidays, Cal Water has partnered with charities in each of its service areas to kick off its annual Operation Gobble program and help feed thousands of families in need. In November, Cal Water is donating a total of $174,000 to local charitable organizations in its 21 service areas…
Read MoreCal Water Breaks Ground on New Customer and Operations Center
Cal Water recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to commence construction for its Bayshore District’s new Customer and Operations Center. The new center, which will be located on the existing property, will enhance the customer experience by making district operations more efficient, serve as a local emergency operations center, and be an energy- and water-efficient model…
Read MoreCal Water Provides Support to Oroville Families Through Annual Operation Gobble Program
Cal Water will present a total of $10,000 to local charitable organizations at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016, at Cal Water’s Customer Center (1905 High Street) in Oroville as part of the company’s annual “Operation Gobble” program. Representatives from the charities are expected to attend Cal Water has selected five charities this year…
Read MoreCalifornia Public Utilities Commission Issues Proposed Decision On Cal Water’s 2015 General Rate Case
Commission Will Also Consider a Resolution Approving Recovery of $2.9 Million in Drought Costs from 2014 and 2015; Update to Travis Air Force Base Water Service Contract Status Late yesterday, an Administrative Law Judge at the California Public Utilities Commission (Commission) released a proposed decision adopting the agreed-upon settlement on the 2015 General Rate Case…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Publishes 2015-2016 Corporate Citizenship Report
California Water Service Group today announced that it has released its 2015-2016 Corporate Citizenship Report. Titled “Raising the Bar,” the report highlights the company’s efforts to enhance the quality of life for its customers, communities, employees, and stockholders, while operating in a way that respects the environment. “Raising the Bar” showcases improvements the company’s 1,125…
Read MoreSalinas Area Benefiting From New Water System Improvements
Cal Water recently completed a lengthy and logistically complex water main replacement project for the area around Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. During the infrastructure improvement project, Cal Water crews installed nearly 2,800 feet of new main in 10 weeks to serve the hospital, other health care facilities, and residents and businesses nearby. Before the project…
Read MoreDisinfection Byproduct Levels Continue To Decline in Portion Of Kernville System
Operational changes addressing water system issue for 50 Kernville customers Operational changes made in Cal Water’s Kernville water system continue to successfully decrease levels of haloacetic acids (HAA5) in the water that serves 50 customers in a small portion of the Kernville system. Cal Water has been working with the State Water Resources Control Board’s…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Awards $60,000 in Scholarships to Students
California Water Service Group (Cal Water) today announced that 24 students in its service areas were awarded a total of $60,000 in college scholarships for the 2016-2017 academic year. The winners, recognized for their outstanding academic achievement and community service, included two grand-prize recipients each receiving $10,000, along with 10 students who are first-generation college…
Read MoreCal Water Partners With Cristo Rey Jesuit High School for Student Work-Study Initiative
As part of its continued commitment to being a responsible corporate citizen, Cal Water this week embarked on a partnership with Cristo Rey Jesuit High School’s Work Study Program for students at its San Jose, Calif. campus. At Cristo Rey San Jose, which supports high school students from socioeconomically challenged neighborhoods, students are offered a…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Water System Improvements in Oroville
New Water Well Pump and Motor Will Add Reliability, While Reducing Electricity Maintenance Costs Customers of Cal Water’s Oroville service area now benefit from increased water supply reliability and lower electricity and maintenance costs, thanks to the replacement of the water well pump and motor at one of Cal Water’s stations in Oroville. The previously…
Read MoreCal Water to Host 90th Anniversary Celebration
Cal Water will celebrate 90 years of service to Visalia with a fall festival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30, at the Exhibit Hall of the Visalia Convention Center. The event is open to the public and will feature free A&W root beer floats, hot dogs and popcorn, song and dance…
Read MoreCal Water Launches Third Annual Classroom Competition On Water Conservation
California elementary school students will have another opportunity to design innovative programs for saving water in their schools and communities as Cal Water launches the third annual Cal Water H2O Challenge for the 2016-17 school year. The competition amplifies public awareness about how water conservation has been integrated into the daily life, business, and activities…
Read MoreCal Water Enters Settlement Agreement On Proposed Rate Increase For Oroville District
Agreement Decreases Bills in 2017, Keeps Total Increase Over Three Years to $1.80 For Typical Residential Customer Cal Water, the California Public Utilities Commission’s (Commission) Office of Ratepayer Advocates, and other parties have reached a settlement agreement in the Commission’s triennial review of Cal Water’s rates, expenses, operations, and proposed water system improvements. Pursuant to…
Read MoreCal Water’s Chris Whitley Named Winner of 2016 NAWC Living Water Award
The National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) is pleased to announce Chris Whitley of Cal Water has been selected as the winner of the 2016 NAWC Living Water Award. The announcement was made today as part of the 2016 NAWC Water Summit being held October 2-4, in San Diego, California. The NAWC Living Water Awards…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Named Great Place To Work® in 2016
As part of its continued commitment to being a top workplace, California Water Service Group announced today its first-time certification as a Great Place to Work® by the Great Place to Work® Institute. The recognition is reflective of the culture and employee opinions at each of the Group’s regulated subsidiaries in California, Hawaii, New Mexico,…
Read MoreNew Cal Water Projects Improve Neighborhood Water Services
Cal Water customers now have enhanced water supply reliability and fire protection, as the utility completed water system improvement projects in two Visalia neighborhoods this month. The projects included the installation of new, larger water mains and relocation of water services and fire hydrants. Cal Water installed 4,329 feet of new 8-inch water main, nine…
Read MoreWillows Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate Completion of Chromium-6 Treatment Plant
Cal Water welcomed residents and other special guests at a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of the final chromium-6 (Cr-6) treatment plant in its Willows District on Sept. 16, 2016. State Water Resources Control Board Member Steven Moore; Department of Water Resources’ Chief of Financial Analysis and Risk Management, Linda Ng; representatives from the…
Read MoreCommunity Park Benefits From Recycled Water Project
Cal Water began the installation of a new recycled water line for Triunfo Park this week in its Westlake District. The main, which will stretch from Westlake Boulevard West to Tamarack Street on Triunfo Canyon Road, will provide a cost-effective and drought-proof solution to meet State water-use reduction targets, while conserving potable water for the…
Read MoreSettlement Agreement Reached in 2015 General Rate Case
This press release was originally posted at 9 a.m. Eastern time and updated at 3:30 p.m. Eastern time. Cal Water announced that it formally filed a settlement agreement among Cal Water, the California Public Utilities Commission’s (CPUC’s) Office of Ratepayer Advocates (ORA), and other parties to its 2015 General Rate Case (GRC) on Friday, September…
Read MoreCal Water Service Completes New Well and Tanks Serving Kern River Valley’s Lakeland, South Lake Customers
Customers of Cal Water’s Kern River Valley District now benefit from increased water supply and improved system reliability, all thanks to a new well and new storage tanks constructed in the utility’s Lakeland and South Lake water systems. The new well currently produces 30 gallons of water per minute and has a maximum capacity of…
Read MoreCal Water Donates More Than $42,000 to Salvation Army for Erskine Fire Relief
Cal Water presented a check for $42,795 to the Salvation Army today to provide relief to families affected by the Erskine Fire. Funds were raised quickly and donated by Cal Water employees, shareholders, and business partners. “The Erskine Fire devastated families and cost them their homes,” said Chris Whitley, Cal Water’s Kern River Valley Local…
Read MoreCal Water Donates More Than $42,000 to Salvation Army
Cal Water presented a check for $42,795 to the Salvation Army today to provide relief to families affected by the Erskine Fire. Funds were raised quickly and donated by Cal Water employees, shareholders, and business partners. “The Erskine Fire devastated families and cost them their homes,” said Chris Whitley, Cal Water’s Kern River Valley Local…
Read MoreWater System Reliability Enhanced for Southern Bakersfield
Customers in the southern portion of Cal Water’s Bakersfield District now have improved water pressure and water supply reliability, following the utility’s installation of nearly a half-mile of a large transmission water main. The new main is critical to ensure that the local water system can meet increasing demand from new housing developments. The new…
Read MorePalos Verdes Estates Do-Not-Drink Advisory Canceled
Cal Water has canceled its do-not-drink advisory for the 200 customers in a portion of its Palos Verdes water system, and it is safe for them to resume normal water use. The company had issued the precautionary advisory after a small storage tank serving a portion of the system was found to be compromised on…
Read MorePrecautionary Do-Not-Drink Advisory Issued After Tank Compromised
Cal Water is advising customers in a portion of its Palos Verdes water system to not drink the water temporarily. The company issued the precautionary advisory after a small storage tank serving a portion of the system was found to be compromised late Monday afternoon. Cal Water is working with the State Water Resources Control…
Read MoreOperational Changes Reduce Disinfection Byproduct Levels in Portion of Kernville System
Fifty Kernville customers impacted by water system issue Operational changes made in Cal Water’s Kernville water system have begun to successfully decrease levels of haloacetic acids (HAA5) in water serving a small portion of the Kernville system. Cal Water has been working with the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW) to…
Read MoreImprovement Projects to Benefit Wildlife, Environment
Projects Coordinated with State as Part of Main Leak Settlement Cal Water announced today that it is embarking on two major projects to improve water system reliability and enhance the environment. The projects are part of a settlement with the San Francisco Bay Area Regional Water Quality Control Board (the Board) and California Department of…
Read MoreCal Water Named Business of the Year by Salinas, Calif.
Cal Water was named Business of the Year by the City of Salinas for the water utility’s dedication and involvement to the local community. The award was presented recently by Salinas Mayor Joe Gunter and Assemblymember Luis Alejo at the annual Los Olivios-Riker Home Owners Association (LORNA) neighborhood fair. “This award represents so much more…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project in Woodside and Portola Valley Begins
Water system reliability and water quality improvements are underway for Cal Water customers in Woodside and portions of Portola Valley as new water mains are placed into service. Cal Water will also install four fire hydrants to increase firefighting capabilities. More than 3,000 feet of 12-inch ductile iron and 8-in PVC pipe will be installed…
Read MoreCustomers’ Water-Saving Efforts Celebrated at Customer Appreciation Day In Chico, Donates $1,000 To Local Charity At Event
A $1,000 donation and more than two barrels full of canned goods were presented to the Esplanade House on Saturday, July 9, as part of Cal Water’s Customer Appreciation Day event at the Chico Elks Lodge. Approximately 750 local residents who had saved at least the original State-mandated water-use reduction of 32 percent during this…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Major Infrastructure Improvement Projects in Chico District, Announces More To Come
Chico residents can rest easier knowing their water supply is more reliable than ever, thanks to critical infrastructure improvement projects that will provide an emergency supply for fire protection and increase water resources, just in time to meet higher summer usage demands. Cal Water has completed the installation of a new 1.5-million-gallon storage tank, hydro-pneumatic…
Read MoreCal Water to Maintain and Operate West Basin Municipal Water District’s Recycled Water Distribution System through 2021
Cal Water today announced that it will continue to operate and maintain the West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) recycled water distribution system through 2021. “We are so pleased that the West Basin board voted unanimously to extend our operations and maintenance agreement. Our team works hard to provide quality, service, and value, and…
Read MoreCal Water Bottled Water Distribution Centers To Remain Open Through Holiday Weekend
Bottled Water Only a Part of Effort to Support Community in Wake of Erskine Fire Residents impacted by the Erskine Fire will be able to continue to pick up bottled water at no charge if they need it from the Cal Water Customer Center and two mobile distribution stations through the July 4th weekend. Cal…
Read MoreBoil Water Advisory Canceled for Cal Water Customers Impacted by Erskine Fire
Cal Water Will Keep Bottled Water Distribution Centers Open Cal Water and the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water (DDW) have cancelled the precautionary boil water advisory for customers in Cal Water’s Squirrel Mountain, South Lake, Mountain Mesa, and Onyx water systems. Test results have confirmed that water quality was not impacted…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Named a Top Workplace in Bay Area for Fifth Consecutive Year
For the fifth year in a row, California Water Service Group has been named one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area by the Bay Area News Group. The 2016 honor was given to the company based on input provided by local employees of its largest subsidiary, California Water Service. Cal Water is a…
Read MoreWater-Use Reduction Requirements Eased for Service Areas
Utility Sets Conservation Targets Until State Updates Conservation Standards in 2017 Cal Water today announced interim water-use reduction requirements for all of its service areas, effective until the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board) issues its framework for permanent conservation standards in early 2017. This follows a recent decision by the State Board to…
Read MoreMay 2016 Conservation Progress Update
Below are reductions achieved in each Cal Water system in May, compared with the same month in 2013. As water use tends to be higher as summer approaches, please remember that Cal Water offers a number of conservation programs to help our customers save more water. We thank our customers who have been diligent in…
Read MoreCal Water Celebrates Customers’ Water-Saving Efforts at Customer Appreciation Day in Willows
Approximately 150 local residents who had saved at least the original State-mandated water-use reduction of 28 percent during this drought attended Cal Water’s Customer Appreciation Day event at Willows Memorial Hall on Wednesday, May 25. Customers who had stayed within their water budgets cumulatively from June 2015 through February 2016 were invited to engage in…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project for Salinas Customers Begins
Cal Water has started a water system improvement project in Salinas, with the installation of approximately 2,700 feet of water main to improve water supply reliability and water quality for local customers and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. A new hydrant and four replacement fire hydrants will also be installed. The new eight-inch main is being…
Read MoreCal Water Likely to Ease Water-Use Reduction Requirements in Some Communities
New Targets Due to State Water Resources Control Board in June Cal Water today announced that it will likely ease water-use reduction requirements in the wake of a decision by the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board) to allow water suppliers to set their own conservation targets based upon local water supply conditions. “We…
Read MoreCal Water Ranks Highest in the West in J.D. Power Residential Water Customer Satisfaction Study
Cal Water has been ranked highest in overall customer satisfaction among water utilities in the western United States, according to J.D. Power’s 2016 Water Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction StudySM. The utility also achieved the highest score in the region for communications. The results, announced by J.D. Power today, were based on responses in March 2016…
Read MoreCal Water Celebrates Customers’ Water-Saving Efforts at Customer Appreciation Day in Stockton Donates $1,000 to Local Charity at Event
Approximately 750 local residents who had saved at least the original State-mandated water-use reduction of 20 percent during this drought attended Cal Water’s Customer Appreciation Day event at the Stockton Civic Auditorium on Saturday, May 14. Customers who had stayed within their water budgets cumulatively from June 2015 through February 2016 were invited to engage…
Read MoreApril 2016 Conservation Progress Update
Below are reductions achieved in each Cal Water system in April, compared with the same month in 2013. As water use tends to increase as spring returns, please remember that Cal Water offers a number of conservation programs to help our customers save more water. We thank our customers who have been diligent in reducing…
Read MoreCal Water To Host Public Meeting To Discuss Outlook Of Water Supply
Cal Water will host an Urban Water Management Plan meeting on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, to educate its Bakersfield District customers on the future of the local water supply. The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Cal Water Customer Center (3725 South H Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304). Representatives from Cal Water will…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Main Replacement Project in East Torrance
Cal Water will start a water system improvement project in Torrance on Monday, April 25, with the installation of more than 1,500 feet of water main to improve fire flow, water supply reliability, and water quality for local customers. The original six -inch transite main, installed more than 50 years ago, will be replaced with…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Opens 2016 Scholarship Cycle
California Water Service Group is now accepting applications from eligible students seeking higher education for the company’s 2016 scholarship cycle. In total, $60,000 in college scholarships will be awarded for the 2016-2017 school year, with two top scholarship prizes of $10,000 each. Scholarship recipients will be determined by academic achievement, community service, and financial need.…
Read MoreMarch 2016 Conservation Progress Update
The State Water Resources Control Board has extended water use reduction requirements through October 2016; however, the reduction target has been lowered in some communities as noted below. Below are reductions achieved in each Cal Water system in March. As water use tends to increase as spring returns, please remember that Cal Water offers a…
Read MorePortola Pipeline San Andreas Fault Crossing
While installing 2 miles of transmission main for the consolidation of Pump Stations 8 and 13 in Bear Gulch, another major milestone was achieved with the crossing of the San Andreas Fault in two locations. The combination of articulating ball joints and expanding or contracting teleflex couplings will sustain up to 15 feet of ground…
Read MoreDowntown Elementary (Bakersfield, Calif.) Sixth-Grade Students Named Grand-Prize Winners of 2016 Cal Water H2O Challenge
Students master interactive educational experience developed in collaboration with North American Association for Environmental Education Sixth-grade students and their teacher at Downtown Elementary School in Bakersfield, Calif., who designed and conducted an experiment to test the impact of greywater on lawns versus freshwater, today were named the 2016 grand-prize winners of the Cal Water H2O…
Read MoreCal Water Lowers Water-Use Reduction Requirements, Implements Surcharge Courtesy Tier For Customer Water Budgets
To recognize efforts made by Cal Water customers working diligently to reduce water use, Cal Water has lowered its drought requirements for customers in many of the communities it serves. The move comes in response to modifications recently made by the State Water Resources Control Board (State) for some communities’ water-use reduction requirements. Effective with…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Main Replacement Project in King City
Cal Water has completed the replacement of more than 486 feet of aging water mains, addition of 13 new water services, and installation of one new fire hydrant in central King City to improve water supply reliability and strengthen fire-fighting capabilities for the local community. The original four-inch cast-iron main, which was installed more than…
Read MoreCal Water Receives Patent for Tank Overflow Dechlorination
Cal Water announced today that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has approved the company’s first patent (US #9272928), for a device that helps protect the environment by preventing overflows of chlorinated water that is potentially harmful to fish and wildlife. Before a “tank overflow dechlorinating assembly and method” technology was created, chlorinated water from…
Read MoreFebruary 2016 Conservation Progress Update
The State Water Resources Control Board has extended water use reduction requirements through October 2016. Below are reductions achieved in each Cal Water system in February. While it’s more challenging to reduce water use in the winter months when less non-essential use occurs, Cal Water offers a number of conservation programs to help our customers…
Read MoreJanuary 2016 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June 2015, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation…
Read MoreWater System and Fire Safety Improvements Completed for Marysville Residents
Cal Water has completed the replacement of more than 1,400 feet of aging water mains and installation of four fire hydrants on Divver Street and portions of 14th Street, 11th Street, and Sampson Street in Marysville to improve water supply reliability and strengthen fire-fighting capabilities for the local community. The original mains, which varied between…
Read MoreCal Water gives customers tour of its Bakersfield water system
Cal Water opened up the doors to its Northeast Treatment Plant for a water system tour on Feb. 13 to educate attendees on the process the utility takes to provide high-quality water to customers every time they turn on the tap. Cal Water extended the invitation to all customers in its Bakersfield District, and more…
Read MoreCal Water gives customers tour of its Visalia water system
Cal Water took almost 50 customers on a tour of its Visalia water system on Feb. 13 to educate them on the process the utility takes to provide high-quality water to customers every time they turn on the tap. Cal Water extended the invitation to all customers in its Visalia District, and almost 50 people…
Read MoreImportant information about lead in drinking water
You may have heard recent news stories about lead contamination in Flint, Michigan’s drinking water and wonder about the safety of your own water system. Cal Water takes numerous steps to ensure the safety of your water. We: Rigorously monitor water quality. Maintain and upgrade our systems to ensure that water circulate properly. Test the…
Read MoreState of California Extends Drought Mandates; Cal Water Extends Water Budgets
Cal Water announced that it will continue using water budgets and banking following the decision on Tuesday, Feb. 2, by the State Water Resources Control Board (State) to extend mandatory water-use restrictions and reductions. Cal Water customers will continue to receive individualized water budgets on their bills. Customers can also view upcoming water budgets and…
Read MoreState Water Board Extends Current Mandatory Drought Regulations
On February 2, 2016, the State Water Resources Control Board (State) voted to extend current mandatory water-use reductions and restrictions through October 2016. After the April 1 snowpack assessment and evaluation of water supply conditions, the State will decide whether to modify these regulations. Until the State modifies these regulations, customers’ individualized water budgets and…
Read MoreCal Water Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony To Celebrate Completion Of Las Lomas Chromium-6 Treatment Plant
Cal Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of the final chromium-6 (Cr-6) treatment plant for the Las Lomas system in its Salinas District yesterday. The event served as an opportunity for customers to learn how this plant provides them with water that meets the new water quality standard for the constituent. Attendees…
Read MoreDecember 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts.…
Read MoreDixon Well Replacement Project: Updated 1/13/2016
Update In October 2015, Cal Water began a water well replacement project at our station located at 785 South Porter Road in Dixon to increase the water supply available to the city of Dixon. The first phase of the project, which included demolishing the existing, small well building and sealing the existing well with concrete,…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Contributes More Than $600,000 to Local Charitable Organizations in 2015
Committed to supporting local communities and improving the quality of life in the areas it serves, California Water Service Group (Group) donated more than $600,000 in 2015 to charitable organizations in its California, Washington, Hawaii, and New Mexico service areas. The 2015 donations exceeded the prior year’s corporate giving by more than $50,000, making the…
Read MoreCity of Visalia’s Latest Comments Raise More Questions Than They Answer
Today, the City of Visalia released a statement regarding its plans to consider attempting a government takeover of Visalia’s local water system using eminent domain. In that statement, the City says that “the Council has agreed that it will not review the appraisal or consider acquiring the system at this time.” However, the City’s “delay”…
Read MoreState Proposes Framework for Extended Emergency Conservation Regulation
On December 21, the State Water Resources Control Board released its proposed regulatory framework for extended emergency conservation regulations, should they last beyond February 2016, which would include adjustments for climate, population growth, and alternative water supplies in a water system’s service area. With our customer-first approach to the drought in mind, we are currently…
Read MoreCal Water Disappointed in City of Visalia Decision to Move Forward with Appraisal, Expresses Continuing Willingness to Collaborate with the City
Cal Water expressed disappointment today in the City of Visalia’s decision to move forward with an appraisal of Cal Water’s private property, the first step in a government takeover, as announced in its most recent press release. “We requested that the City withdraw its notice of appraisal, not delay the process. The City’s announcement that…
Read MoreVisalia Customers Surpass Mandatory Water Conservation Target in November
Cal Water announced today that its customers in Visalia reduced their water use by 33.6% in November 2015 as compared to November 2013, surpassing the State Water Resources Control Board’s mandatory water conservation target of 32%. Cal Water’s residential customers led the effort, having reduced per capita water use by 38.4%. “We know our customers…
Read MoreNovember 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts.…
Read MoreRibbon-Cutting Ceremony Celebrates Completion of Chromium-6 Treatment Plant
Cal Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of a chromium-6 (Cr-6) treatment plant in its Dixon District yesterday. Mayor Jack Batchelor and representatives from Senator Lois Wolk, Assemblymembers Bill Dodd and John Garamendi’s offices; Solano County Supervisor John Vasquez, among other local officials, were in attendance. The treatment plant, one of three…
Read MoreRollout of Commercial Water-Use Efficiency Evaluation Program Announced
Cal Water announced today that it will begin offering its popular Water-Use Efficiency Evaluation program to commercial, industrial, and institutional (CII) properties as another tool to help customers continue to use water wisely. The Commercial Water-Use Efficiency Evaluation program, which is similar to the company’s Residential Water-Use Efficiency Evaluation, will now be available to all…
Read MoreSecond Annual Classroom Competition on Water Conservation Launched
Cal Water H2O Challenge, in collaboration with the North American Association for Environmental Education, ties into statewide efforts to conserve Following its successful inaugural classroom competition in which California elementary school students designed innovative programs to practice water conservation and heighten awareness about the impact of the state’s historic drought, Cal Water today launched its…
Read MoreCal Water Celebrates Customers’ Water-Saving Efforts at Customer Appreciation Day in East Los Angeles; Donates $4,000 to Local Food Bank at Event
Approximately 800 local residents attended Cal Water’s customer appreciation day event at the Quiet Cannon Conference and Event Center in Montebello on Saturday, Nov. 21. Customers who had stayed within their water budgets this summer were invited to engage in interactive water conservation games and activities, learn about water-efficient irrigation, take home water conservation kits…
Read MoreLand Donation to Provide Housing Recreational Area for 56 Bakersfield Families in Need
Fifty-six low-income families and homeless veterans will soon have access to a recreational area outside of their new affordable housing complex in Bakersfield, after a land donation transfer by local water provider Cal Water to Golden Empire Affordable Housing was completed this week. The former Cal Water well site will serve residents of the recently…
Read MoreGovernor Extends Executive Order on Drought Regulations
On November 13, Governor Brown gave the State Water Resources Control Board the authority to extend emergency drought regulations through October 2016 if early winter conditions are unfavorable. The governor’s action authorizes the State Board to extend current regulations, which would have expired at the end of February 2016. We continue to monitor drought conditions…
Read MoreCal Water Donates Almost $200,000 to Local Organizations to Brighten Thanksgiving and Holidays for Disadvantaged
As part of its ongoing commitment to improve the quality of life in the communities it serves, Cal Water has partnered with charitable organizations in all of its local service areas to help provide meals and services this holiday season to thousands of families in need. Through its Operation Gobble program, Cal Water is donating…
Read MoreBear Gulch Construction Update: Jack and Bore Complete
In just under three weeks, Preston Pipelines was able to complete the Jack and Bore in Portola Road to install 30″ casing and 22″ CL&C pipe beneath the Sausal Creek culverts. The project included excavating and shoring of boring and receiving pit, each 18 feet deep. Land discharge application was used due to the groundwater…
Read MoreOctober 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts.…
Read More$500 Bill Credits Distributed to 10 Visalia Customers in Water-Use Reduction Drawing
Cal Water has awarded $500 bill credits to 10 Visalia-area customers to be applied to their water utility account, as part of the company’s recent water-use reduction promotion and just one of its ongoing efforts to encourage customers to use water wisely. The names were selected in a random drawing from eligible customers who reduced…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Main Replacement Project In Dixon
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 900 feet of aging water mains on East Walnut Street from South Second Street to South Fifth Street to improve water supply reliability to the east Dixon community. The original two- and four-inch cast-iron mains, which were installed in 1929 and 1947 respectively, were replaced with six-inch PVC…
Read MoreCal Water Lifts Emergency Conservation Request in Leona Valley Ahead of Schedule
Cal Water has lifted its emergency water conservation request for Leona Valley customers that stemmed from storm damage to the California Aqueduct in mid-October. The aqueduct provides the majority of the water for the Leona Valley through local wholesaler, the Antelope Valley – East Kern Water Agency (AVEK). AVEK’s connection to the aqueduct was shut…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Main Replacement Project in Redondo Beach
Cal Water will start a water system improvement project in North Redondo Beach on Monday, Nov. 9, with the installation of 2,263 feet of water main to improve fire flow, water supply reliability, and water quality for local customers. The original four-inch cast-iron main, installed 70 years ago, will be replaced with eight-inch PVC pipe…
Read MoreCal Water Launches Monthly Drawing Program to Reward Customers Meeting Water Budgets This Fall and Winter
In appreciation of its customers’ efforts to reduce their water use during this historic drought and help meet State-mandated water use reductions, Cal Water today launched a three-month rewards program that will recognize 25 customers in each service area each month who stay within their water budgets during that billing cycle. For the December 2015,…
Read MoreWater Conservation Critical for Leona Valley Customers
Attention Leona Valley Customers: As you may know, Cal Water receives the majority of the water we provide to you from the Antelope Valley – East Kern Water Agency (AVEK). Last week’s storm damaged part of the California Aqueduct, which supplies water to AVEK. To make emergency repairs to the aqueduct, the state Department of…
Read MoreCal Water to Begin Main Installation Project in San Mateo County
Cal Water announced today that it will begin the first phase of an infrastructure improvement project in the towns of Portola Valley and Woodside with the installation of approximately two miles of water main. The project, which starts Monday, will increase water system reliability for customers in the company’s Bear Gulch District. New 16-inch and…
Read MoreSeptember 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts…
Read MoreCal Water Launching Water Focus Report Program to Aid Customers’ Water-Use Assessments, Conservation
To help customers assess their water use and aid in their conservation efforts during the drought, Cal Water has partnered with Badger Meter to send customers an individualized, monthly Water Focus Report for their properties. The customized Water Focus Report, provided to customers at no charge, will show each customer how his or her average…
Read MoreCal Water and Its Employees Make Donation to Red Cross Fire Relief Fund to Assist Fire Recovery Efforts
Today, Cal Water and its employees donated $11,000 to the American Red Cross Fire Relief Fund after wildfires destroyed and threatened thousands of homes and businesses in northern California. Cal Water employees personally contributed more than $5,000, with the company matching their gift, to help those affected rebuild. Company donations do not come from water…
Read MoreAugust 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts…
Read MoreCal Water Land Donation Transformed Into Housing Amenities for 56 Bakersfield Families In Need
Fifty-six low-income families and homeless veterans will now have access to a recreational area outside their new affordable housing in Bakersfield, thanks to a land donation by Cal Water and partnering organizations. The spear-heading organization, Golden Empire Affordable Housing, recently hosted a ribbon-cutting for the new completed Park 20th complex in central Bakersfield. “At Cal…
Read MoreCal Water Committed to Conservation, Working Together With State Water Board on Alternate Compliance for Water Use Reductions in High-Impact Economic Area
Cal Water announced today that the company has reached an agreement for its Dominguez water system to meet state-mandated water use reductions with the State Water Resources Control Board (Board). The Board has issued an alternate compliance order for Cal Water to meet the state’s requirements in light of major industrial customers’ “process water” requirements…
Read MoreCal Water Awards $60,000 in Scholarships to Students in Its Service Areas
Cal Water announced the award of $60,000 in college scholarships during a ceremony at the California State Capitol today. Two grand-prize recipients, Fariha Hameed from Westlake Village, Calif. and Sophia Leiker from Chico, Calif., were recognized for their outstanding academic achievement and community service. Attending the ceremony were Senators Allen (D-Santa Monica), Pavley (D-Agoura Hills),…
Read MoreCal Water Announces Rollout of Free Toilet Delivery Program
Cal Water announced it will begin offering a High-Efficiency Toilet Delivery Program as another tool to help customers continue to use water wisely. The High-Efficiency Toilet Delivery Program will be available to all residential customers in the company’s regulated service areas throughout California. This program will be rolled out regionally between September and November, and…
Read MoreMontebello’s watering schedule has changed to two days per week
The City of Montebello has adopted an irrigation ordinance to help achieve state-mandated water use reductions. In order to provide consistency for our customers, California Water Service will enforce the two-day-per-week watering schedule in Montebello, effective immediately. Montebello Revised Watering Schedule July-October November-March April-June Odd Addresses Tuesday and Friday One day TBD TBD Even Addresses…
Read MoreCal Water Provides Outdoor Conservation Lessons to Nearly 200 Local Residents
Cal Water, in partnership with Ewing Irrigation and the University of California Cooperative Extension Tulare Master Gardener Program, hosted a workshop titled “Conservation Gardening and Irrigation Techniques” for a packed auditorium of Visalia-area customers today. The free workshop, held at the College of the Sequoias, focused on the replacement of grass and thirsty plant life…
Read MoreEmployees Visit with Residents in Visalia to Provide Drought and Conservation Education
In light of California’s historic drought and to help achieve mandated water use reductions set by the state, Cal Water representatives went door-to-door on Saturday, Aug. 29, to discuss the drought and water conservation resources with customers in its Visalia service area. Cal Water visited and spoke with 135 customers in Visalia during the afternoon…
Read MoreCal Water to Host Free Conservation Gardening and Irrigation Techniques Workshop
WHAT: Cal Water, in collaboration with the University of California Cooperative Extension Tulare Master Gardener Program and Ewing Irrigation, will host a free landscaping workshop titled “Conservation Gardening and Irrigation Techniques.” WHO: Cal Water customers who reside in the company’s Visalia District area are invited to attend. Reservations are required; customers can reserve their spot…
Read MoreCal Water Awarded $1.3 Million to Promote Conservation and Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Today, Cal Water announced it has received nearly $1.3 million from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) Water-Energy Grant Program to expand water-efficiency programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and water and energy use. The grants will augment Cal Water’s Bathroom Fixture Replacement Program in three districts; $490,500 was awarded to the company’s Bakersfield…
Read MoreJuly 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts…
Read MoreLas Lomas: IMPORTANT Drinking Water Information
Dear Cal Water customer: We recently detected hexavalent chromium at a level slightly higher than the drinking water standard in water produced at one of the wells in our Las Lomas system, Well 305-01. This source was operated from Jan 10, 2015 to June 23, 2015 while hexavalent chromium treatment was being installed at a…
Read MoreWater-Use Efficiency Awards Debut, Three Local Residents Recognized
Three Rolling Hills Estates residents received Cal Water’s inaugural Water-Use Efficiency Award at this week’s Rolling Hills Estates City Council meeting. The recipients were selected for making substantial reductions in their January to May 2015 water usage compared to what they used during the same period in 2013. Rolling Hills Estates residents Dominique Adoumie, Judy…
Read MoreCal Water Connects 26 Families to Water Supply after Private Wells Run Dry
Cal Water has completed the installation of 3,000 feet of new water main to provide two neighborhoods in the western part of Visalia with a reliable water supply after their private wells ran dry. Five fire hydrants were also added to increase fire protection capabilities in the surrounding area. Eight-inch PVC water main was installed…
Read MoreJune 2015 Conservation Progress Update
As you know, the State Water Resources Control Board has set water use reduction requirements for each water system. The State began monitoring in June, and the reduction must be achieved by February 2016. We thank our customers for your diligence in reducing your use, and we encourage you to keep up your conservation efforts…
Read MoreCal Water Signs Water Exchange Agreement with Kern County Water Agency, Secures Future for Two Crucial Water Treatment Plants
Cal Water announced today that it has reached a mutually beneficial agreement with Improvement District No. 4 (ID4) of the Kern County Water Agency (Agency) to exchange up to 10,000 acre-feet of water, which will enable Cal Water to continue operating two key water treatment plants in order to provide a reliable water supply to…
Read MoreBear Gulch Proposed Infrastructure Improvements
Cal Water is proposing to construct infrastructure improvements in the Town of Portola Valley, Town of Woodside, and San Mateo County. The project will consist of the following: Reconstruction of the booster pumping station and associated facilities at our Station 13 property, located at the intersection of Portola Road and Westridge Drive in the Town…
Read MoreCal Water Named a Top Workplace in Bay Area For Fourth Consecutive Year
For the fourth year in a row, Cal Water has been named one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area by the Bay Area News Group. The 2015 honor was given to the company based on input provided by the local company employees. Cal Water is a regulated water utility with 359 employees in…
Read MoreLargest Main Project in Salinas District History Completed to Improve Water System Reliability for Customers
Cal Water has completed the installation of more than a mile of water main in Salinas, the largest main project in the district’s 53-year history. The new 24-inch main will distribute newly developed groundwater with better quality than the former source to Salinas customers. The main, which extends 5,700 feet on Dayton Street, Harkins Road,…
Read MoreCal Water’s Drought Response Plan to Become Effective June 1
Cal Water’s Schedule 14.1 filing, which establishes household and business water budgets and associated enforcement measures in order to achieve state-mandated water use reductions necessitated by historic drought conditions, will become effective on June 1, 2015, after a 30-day review by the California Public Utilities Commission. Cal Water is the largest subsidiary of California Water…
Read MoreStockton Billing Transition
Stockton customers will soon receive both a Cal Water bill and a City of Stockton bill. The City of Stockton will begin separate billing for: sewer and stormwater services, and if you’re a customer in the city limits, garbage and recycling services. Beginning in July, Cal Water bills will be for water service only. Visit…
Read MoreCal Water Required to Activate Next Stage of Drought Response Plan and Implement Water Budgets
In order to achieve state-mandated water use reductions necessitated by historic drought conditions, Cal Water has filed its Schedule 14.1 with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Cal Water’s Schedule 14.1 provides for household and business water budgets and associated enforcement measures to reduce water use in its districts. The filing, which applies to both…
Read MoreCal Water Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Completion of Marysville Water Conservation Demonstration Garden
Cal Water, along with Marysville Mayor Ricky Samayoa and city representatives, celebrated Earth Day today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for City Hall’s new conservation demonstration garden. The demonstration garden features an array of low-water-use plants, including trees, shrubs, and groundcovers. A sign posted in the garden indicates the names of plants used. This garden is…
Read MoreCal Water Announces Runners-Up in H20 Challenge
Munsey Elementary fifth-grade students take second place in Cal Water H2O Challenge Bakersfield students master interactive educational experience developed in collaboration with the North American Association for Environmental Education One fifth-grade class and its teacher at Munsey Elementary School in Bakersfield, Calif., one of many areas in the state being affected by a record drought,…
Read MoreCal Water Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Completion of Water Conservation Demonstration Garden
Cal Water hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of its new California-friendly water conservation demonstration garden at its Rancho Dominguez District Customer Center. The dedication took place at 2632 W. 237th Street, Torrance, CA 90505 on Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at 3 p.m. The demonstration garden features an array of low-water-use plants, including…
Read MoreState Water Resources Control Board issues draft framework
On April 7, 2015, the State Water Resources Control Board (Board) issued a draft framework for complying with the Governor’s executive order last week to reduce urban, potable water use statewide by 25%. This draft framework is the first step in the process to establish regulations. The Board is basing mandated water use reductions for…
Read MoreFix-a-Leak Week Winner Receives New High-Efficiency Clothes Washer
At the end of Fix-a-Leak Week in March, Cal Water randomly selected a winner in its Facebook promotion among customers statewide who had responded with wise water use habits. Last week, the winner – Sabrina I. of Selma, Calif. – received a new high-efficiency clothes washer from the local Cal Water staff. “We applaud Sabrina…
Read MoreShasta Elementary Fifth-Grade Students Named Grand Prize Winners in H2O Challenge
Chico, Calif. students master interactive educational experience developed in collaboration with North American Association for Environmental Education This morning, fifth-grade students and their teachers at Shasta Elementary School in Chico, Calif., one of many areas in the state being affected by a drought now in its fourth year, learned they were named the grand prize…
Read MoreGovernor’s executive order on conservation
Governor Brown issued an executive order today requiring a statewide mandatory reduction of 25% in potable, urban water use compared to 2013 (by end of February 2016). Cal Water shares the Governor’s concern about the drought and commitment to water conservation. Much of the Governor’s executive order requires the State Water Resources Control Board, Department…
Read MoreGovernor issues executive order on drought
Governor Brown issued an executive order today requiring a statewide mandatory reduction of 25% in potable, urban water use compared to 2013 (by end of February 2016). Cal Water shares the Governor’s concern about the drought and commitment to water conservation. Much of the Governor’s executive order requires the State Water Resources Control Board, Department…
Read MoreWater System Reliability for East Los Angeles District Improved
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 1,635 feet of aging water main in the company’s East Los Angeles District. The new main will improve water supply reliability and distribute newly developed local groundwater supplies to Cal Water’s Montebello, Commerce, and East Los Angeles customers. The original 12-inch cast-iron main, installed in the 1920s, was…
Read MoreDonation to the Food Bank of Monterey County to Assist Fire Recovery Efforts
Today, local water provider Cal Water donated $10,000 to the Food Bank for Monterey County after a fire over the weekend damaged the Food Bank’s facilities in Salinas. “When we heard about the fire and that the Food Bank may not be able to make its normal deliveries because of damage to their vehicles and…
Read MoreFood Bank for Monterey County donations
The Food Bank for Monterey County suffered more than $1 million in damages when an arsonist set fire to its refrigerated truck fleet. Cal Water has donated $10,000 to help get the food bank back on its feet and is encouraging customers to join in the effort. Cal Water’s Salinas Customer Center has placed bins…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Main Replacement Project in Carson
Cal Water announced today that it has started an infrastructure improvement project in Carson with the installation of 683 feet of water main to replace aging main serving the area since 1955. The original four-inch concrete main will be replaced with six-inch PVC pipe to increase flow and improve water quality and reliability through the…
Read MoreTorrance Main Replacement Project Complete
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 2,688 feet of aging water mains on Gastine Street and Petroleum, Broadwell, and Doble avenues to improve water supply reliability to the east Torrance community. The original 4-inch concrete main, which was installed in 1949, had outlived its useful life and was replaced with six-inch PVC pipe to…
Read MoreSan Carlos Main Replacement Projects to Improve Local Water System Reliability, Fire Protection
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 1,900 feet of aging water mains on Hillcrest Road in San Carlos, Calif., and the installation of two fire hydrants, to improve water supply reliability and fire protection capabilities to the city of San Carlos. Cal Water crews also recently began a 1,950-foot-long main replacement project on nearby…
Read MoreCal Water to Invest in Project to Provide Recycled Water to New Apple Campus
Cal Water has signed an agreement to partner with the city of Sunnyvale, Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD), and Apple Inc. on a recycled water project that will provide more than 157,000 gallons per day of recycled water to the new Apple 2 Campus in Cupertino. “Given the seriousness of the current drought, we…
Read MoreBayshore Water Main Construction Project – Sunset Drive
Cal Water would like to make you aware of a construction project tentatively scheduled beginning the week of February 09, 2015. The project will replace the existing 4-inch and 6-inch cast iron mains that have been subject to leaks. The work will be done between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The project…
Read MoreThree Infrastructure Improvement Projects Completed in Bakersfield
Cal Water has started off the New Year continuing the company’s commitment to providing a high-quality and reliable water supply by completing three infrastructure improvement projects. Today, the company announced that it has completed the installation of a bladder surge tank, a modernized well-site electrical panel, and 1,320 feet of new water main to improve…
Read MoreGrants Secured for Chromium-6 Research and Treatment in Willows
In July, the State of California set the nation’s first ever limit on the maximum amount of chromium-6 allowed in drinking water at 0.010 parts per million. Since that regulation became effective, Cal Water has aggressively pursued options to reduce the expected rate impact to customers to comply with this new standard. Today, Cal Water…
Read MoreRibbon-Cutting Ceremony for Completion of Water Conservation Demonstration Garden
Cal Water hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of its new California-friendly water conservation demonstration garden at its East Los Angeles District Customer Center. The dedication took place at 2000 South Tubeway, Commerce, CA 90040 on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, at 3 p.m. The demonstration garden features an array of low-water-use plants, including…
Read More$136,000 Grant to Help Maintain Water Supply in Lucerne
Cal Water announced today that the company has secured a $136,000 grant from the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Drinking Water to perform a two-phase improvement project on its intake pump in Clear Lake, the sole water source for Cal Water’s Lucerne area customers. The grant, which will allow Cal Water to draw…
Read MoreLos Altos hard water notice
Santa Clara Valley Water District will be shutting down the West Pipeline which will affect our water supply starting January 30, 2015 and ending on February 18, 2015. As a result of this maintenance, you will be receiving groundwater from our wells, which is harder than the water supply you usually receive. Hard water is…
Read MoreCal Water Awards Inaugural College Scholarship Program Awards
Cal Water announced today the recipients of the company’s inaugural scholarship program cycle. Cal Water launched the scholarship program last fall for students in its service areas as part of its commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves. Cal Water awarded scholarships totaling more than $60,000 to 31 students based…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Contributes More Than $550,000 to Local Charitable Organizations in 2014, Looks to Continue Support In 2015
As part of its commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves, California Water Service Group (Group) ended 2014 with donations of $552,017 made throughout the year to charitable organizations in its California, Washington, Hawaii, and New Mexico service areas. According to Martin A. Kropelnicki, President and CEO, these contributions were…
Read MoreVisalia Beginning Main Replacement Project to Ensure Future Reliability to Customers
Cal Water will be starting an infrastructure improvement project in Visalia on Jan. 5, 2015, with the installation of 2,500 feet of water main and four new fire hydrants. The original four- and six-inch concrete main will be replaced with eight-inch PVC pipe and 12-inch ductile iron water main to increase flow and improve water…
Read MoreSan Carlos Main Replacement Project to Ensure Future Reliability to Customers
Cal Water announced today that it would be starting an infrastructure improvement project in the city of San Carlos on Jan. 5, 2015, with the installation of 1,900 feet of water main. The original four- and six-inch cast-iron main will be replaced with 6-inch ductile iron water main to increase flow and improve water quality…
Read MoreDonation to Salvation Army to Replace Stolen Toys
Local water provider Cal Water donated $1,000 in Toys “R” Us gift cards today after clothes and toys for 100 needy families were stolen from the Yuba-Sutter Salvation Army’s distribution center in Marysville. “When we heard that some of our local children would be robbed of their Christmas, we knew we had to do something,”…
Read MoreBeing Safe in Severe Weather
California is anticipating severe weather, including very heavy rain, over the next few days. Residents in northern California are expected to be particularly affected. During the storm, Cal Water’s district offices will remain open during regular business hours; however, our primary concern is for the well-being of our customers. With that in mind, we offer…
Read MoreCal Water Now Accepts MasterCard and Discover
We are pleased to announce Cal Water is now accepting two new payment options, MasterCard and Discover. You now have the added convenience of paying your Cal Water bill with either Visa, MasterCard, or Discover when using our online payment system or automated pay-by-phone line, or visiting your local Cal Water Customer Center. You will…
Read MoreSalinas Customers Invited to Team Up with District for Holiday Giving to Those in Need
In the spirit of the season, the Salinas District office has made two charitable giving opportunities available in its lobby. A bin for the Monterey Food Bank is ready to accept your donations of non-perishable food. If you prefer to make a monetary donation, one of the Salvation Army’s famous red kettles is also available.…
Read MoreCal Water Service Group Issues 2013-2014 Corporate Citizenship Report
California Water Service Group today announced that it has released its 2013-2014 Corporate Citizenship Report, which highlights the company’s efforts to enhance the quality of life for its customers, communities, employees, and stockholders, while operating in a way that respects the environment. Titled “Committed to Doing the Right Thing,” the report takes a service that…
Read MoreCal Water Main Replacement Projects to Improve Local Water System Reliability
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 3,174 feet of aging water mains on Fiat, Jay, and 222nd streets to improve water supply reliability to the east Torrance community. Cal Water crews also recently began a 2,688 foot-long main replacement project nearby on Petroleum, Broadwell, and Doble avenues. The original main was undersized and was…
Read MoreCal Water Donates $136,750 to Local Organizations to Brighten Holidays for Disadvantaged
As part of its commitment to improve the quality of life in the communities it serves, Cal Water is partnering with charitable organizations in each of its local service areas to help provide meals and services this holiday season to thousands of families in need through its annual Operation Gobble program. Cal Water will donate…
Read MoreLos Altos Hard Water Notice
The Santa Clara Valley Water District will be shutting down the West Pipeline which will affect our water supply starting December 1, 2014, and ending on December 16, 2014. As a result of this maintenance, you will be receiving groundwater from our wells, which is harder than the water supply you usually receive. Hard water…
Read MoreCal Water Taps Marc Bloom as New Manager Of King City District
Cal Water announced today that Marc Bloom has been named as the new Local Manager of the utility’s King City District. Bloom has been with Cal Water for nine years and has extensive hands-on experience in water distribution, operations, and treatment systems. Bloom was the Acting Local Manager in King City in 2013 and is…
Read MoreCal Water Installs New Zone Interconnection and Pressure Reducing Station on Westlake District
Cal Water announced today that it has completed the installation of a pressure reducing station and connected two zones of the water system together to improve water pressure and reliability for 300 homes in the Hidden Canyon community. The new station improves water pressure by taking higher pressure water from another part of the water…
Read MoreOutdoor Watering Restrictions Changing in City of Visalia
Please note that the City of Visalia outdoor watering schedule is changing to accommodate fall and winter weather. In October, residents and businesses may water twice per week, with even addresses on Wednesday and Sunday, and odd addresses on Tuesday and Saturday. In November and December, residents and businesses may water once per week, with…
Read MoreMontebello Main Installation to Improve System Reliability, Increase Groundwater Supply
Cal Water has started an infrastructure improvement project with the installation of 5,200 feet of 18” ductile iron water main in the City of Montebello. The new main is being installed on portions of Carob Way, Jacmar Street, Spruce Street, and Beach Street to improve water supply reliability for residents served by Cal Water and…
Read MoreMarysville Employees Work to Make Local Community an Even Better Place to Live
Although the Marysville District staff may be small in numbers (there are only seven employees!), they are big in heart. Whenever there is a need for service in their community, these individuals step up to the plate. Whether participating in Marysville service clubs – like Kiwanis or Rotary – or making donations to important causes,…
Read MoreCal Water Launches Customer Hardship Grant Program
Eligible Customers Can Receive Grants of Up to $200 per Year to Offset Water Bills Cal Water has launched a new grant program to assist customers facing unique hardships. Through the Cal Water Cares Grant Program, eligible customers can receive a grant of up to $200 to assist in paying their water utility bill. Customers…
Read MoreCal Water Converts Last Flat-Rate Customer to Metered Water Service Ahead of Schedule to Encourage Customers to Conserve
Cal Water has installed the last of 10,930 meters, converting all flat-rate water accounts in Chico and Hamilton City to metered accounts well ahead of schedule. State law requires all water providers to convert flat-rate water customers to metered services by 2025, but with support of the California Public Utilities Commission, Cal Water completed the…
Read MoreCal Water Awarded Top Conservation Honor from Kern Green
Cal Water received the 2014 Water Efficiency and Conservation Award from Kern Green at the 2014 Green Awards Banquet yesterday. The Water Efficiency and Conservation Award recognizes the achievements of businesses and organizations in reducing water consumption. Cal Water was selected for helping families and businesses reduce their water use by 49,227,000 gallons in Kern County in 2013.…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project to Improve Water System Reliability for Ninety Bakersfield Families
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 7,725 feet of aging water mains on Western Drive, Wetherley Drive, and Oakdale Drive in order to improve water supply reliability to the local community. The original 4 and 6-inch steel main, installed sixty years ago, was replaced with 6-inch PVC pipe to increase flow capacity and enhance…
Read MoreCal Water Partners With City Of Marysville to Rejuvenate City’s Parks
Marysville parks and Cal Water have joined forces with the City of Marysville to replace deteriorating playground bark and reopen four local parks. Marysville Councilman Chris Pedigo and Mayor Ricky Samayoa first alerted Cal Water to the need, and with a donation of up to $12,000 from Cal Water’s shareholders, the City Council, city staff,…
Read MoreThe State of the American Water System
Having a safe and reliable water supply is something that Cal Water customers can rely on. We work to stay ahead of the curve by maintaining and upgrading our infrastructure before problems arise, and as cost-effectively as possible to keep our customers’ rates in mind. As infrastructure ages and there are increasing reports of main…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Torrance Main Replacement Project
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 3,927 feet of aging water mains on Anza Avenue, Cadison Street, Flavian Avenue, and Beckworth Avenue to improve water supply reliability to the western Torrance community. The original 4-inch AC main, installed in 1954, was replaced with 6-inch PVC pipe to increase flow capacity and enhance reliability. PVC…
Read MoreCal Water Main Replacement Project to Improve Local Water System Reliability
Cal Water has started an infrastructure improvement project in Redondo Beach with the installation of 3,416 feet of 8” PVC water main on July 14. New main will be installed on Inglewood Avenue, between Robinson Street and Artesia Boulevard, and on Voorhees Avenue, between Perkins an Inglewood Avenue, to improve water supply reliability. Crews will…
Read MoreCal Water Co-sponsors First Greater Bakersfield Conservation Day
Cal Water co-sponsored the first “Greater Bakersfield Conservation Day” in partnership with the Water Association of Kern County, Kern Turf Supply, Inc., Kern Green, Urner’s, Oildale Mutual Water Company, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, EWING, Gardener’s Supply Inc, Kern County Water Agency, and the City of Bakersfield, to increase awareness about using water and energy…
Read MoreCal Water Installs Surge Tank to Improve Water Supply Efficiency in Westlake District
Cal Water announced today that it has completed the installation of a $200,000 bladder surge tank in its North Ranch service area to improve water pressure and reliability for local residents. The new bladder surge tank replaces a hydropneumatic surge tank that was built more than 40 years ago and had developed structural issues, which…
Read MoreCal Water Receives Top Honor from Carson Chamber of Commerce
Cal Water received the 2013-2014 Corporate Leadership Award from the Carson Chamber of Commerce at the Chamber’s Annual Installation & Awards Luncheon. The Corporate Leadership Award honors the achievements of businesses that help promote prosperity and make the local community a better place to live and work. Cal Water was selected due to its commitment to its customers…
Read MoreA Long Walk for a Good Cause
Cal Water employee Michelle M. knows what it means to go the extra mile for a good cause. The Assistant Corporate Secretary recently participated in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, where she walked 39.3 miles over the course of two days. As a busy mother of two, Michelle wasn’t sure if she was up…
Read MoreState Water Resources Control Board approves emergency regulations
In response to the on-going drought, the State Water Resources Control Board (Board) approved emergency regulations on July 15, 2014, to increase water conservation by water utilities and their customers. A list of the Board’s prohibited water uses, plus additional unauthorized water uses, are included in our Rule 14.1, “Water Conservation and Rationing Plan.” Rule…
Read MoreCal Water Partners with Local Companies to Host First “Conservation Day”
Cal Water will sponsor the first “Greater Bakersfield Conservation Day” on July 12, 2014, in partnership with the Water Association of Kern County, Kern Turf Supply, Inc., Kern Green, Urner’s, Oildale Mutual Water Company, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, EWING, Kern County Water Agency, and the City of Bakersfield. The free event, located at Urner’s…
Read MoreCalifornia State Audit Confirms Cal Water Rates Justified, Reasonable
The California State Auditor today released its final report on Cal Water’s rates and operations in its Antelope Valley District. The audit, titled “Antelope Valley Water Rates: Various Factors Contribute to Differences Among Water Utilities” and approved by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee in August 2013, compared Cal Water’s rates and operations with three local…
Read MoreLivermore: Water supply source to change temporarily; residents may notice harder water
Cal Water’s purchased water supplier, Zone 7, will be changing its source of supply over the summer from surface water to groundwater, as surface water allocations have been reduced due to the drought. During this time, Zone 7, which provides 75% of Cal Water’s supply to our Livermore customers, will draw from groundwater stored during…
Read MoreCal Water Begins Main Replacement Project to Ensure Future Reliability to Customers
Cal Water has started an infrastructure upgrade project that will replace 1,200 feet of aging water mains on Del Monte Avenue, between El Campo and Del Paso Drives in South San Francisco, to improve water supply reliability to the local area. The original four-inch concrete main, which was installed more than 50 years ago, will…
Read MoreCal Water Receives 2014 Best of Willows Award
Cal Water has been named a recipient of the 2014 Best of Willows Award by the Willows Award Program. The annual program honors the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Willows area. Cal Water was selected due to its commitment to its customers and the Willows community. Cal Water’s Willows District employees support…
Read MoreLivermore District Delivers Excellent Service to Customers and Community
In Cal Water’s Livermore District, it’s commitment to its customers and community goes beyond providing high-quality water and excellent customer service; the local team’s dedication to Livermore also means a strong commitment to community service. In the past few weeks the district held a Red Cross blood drive in honor of Kristina Chesterman, a Livermore…
Read MoreSalinas Customer Center Temporary Relocation
Cal Water’s Salinas customer center is temporarily relocating to 238-A Commission Street, next door to our current location, from mid-July through mid-August as we remodel our office to operate more efficiently and reduce wait times for walk-in customers. Office hours will remain the same during this time, and as always, you can also reach us…
Read MoreCal Water District Manager Wins Living Water Award
Congratulations to Visalia District Manager Scott B. for winning the National Association of Water Companies’ (NAWC) Living Water Award for his commitment to quality, service, and community. For the past 27 years, Scott has worked to provide a clean and reliable water supply to Cal Water customers in the Visalia and Selma districts. Scott has…
Read MoreCal Water Main Replacement Projects to Improve Local Water System Reliability
Cal Water is completing the replacement of 680 feet of aging water mains on 15th Street, between Pacific Coast Highway and Ocean Drive, to improve water supply reliability to the Hermosa Beach community. Cal Water crews also began a 3,416-foot-long main replacement project in Torrance on Monday. The original four-inch cast-iron main in Hermosa Beach,…
Read MoreCalifornia Water Service Group Named a Top Workplace in Bay Area For Third Consecutive Year
For the third consecutive year, California Water Service Group has been named one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area by the Bay Area News Group. The 2014 honor, which was announced today, was given based on survey responses from Bay Area employees of the group’s largest subsidiary, Cal Water. Cal Water is a…
Read MoreBoil water advisory cancelled for Visalia District’s Mullen System customers
To: Cal Water Mullen System customers On June 4, 2014, you were advised to use boiled or bottled water for drinking and cooking due to a water outage for a well pump replacement that could have affected water quality. Water quality test results confirm that it is no longer necessary to boil your water. We…
Read MoreCal Water Uses New Tank-Coating Technique in Bakersfield to Improve Longevity, Environmental Impact
Cal Water has completed the coating of a 5-million-gallon water tank in Bakersfield, using a new interior tank coating system designed to increase sustainability and reduce environmental impacts. The Bakersfield tank needed to be recoated because the existing interior coating had started to deteriorate, causing corrosion of the tank structure. Replacing the interior coating system ensures…
Read MoreWater Quality Standard for Chromium-6 Finalized; Water Supplies Must Be Tested by December 2014, With Local Treatment Beginning in 2015
Cal Water will need to treat water supplies in its Dixon and Willows districts and the Las Lomas and Oak Hills systems in the Salinas District to meet the nation’s first water quality standard for chromium-6. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) adopted the new standard of 10 parts per billion (ppb); it has…
Read MoreCal Water District Manager Selected as a National Association of Water Companies’ Living Water Awards Finalist
Congratulations to Scott B., who has been selected as a finalist in this round of the National Association of Water Companies’ Living Water Awards. Scott, who is the Visalia District Manager, was nominated for his commitment to service in his community. The Living Water Awards are awarded to individuals in the water industry whose commitment…
Read MoreCal Water Makes Pledge to SJSU’s Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering
Cal Water has made a five-year pledge to the Tower Foundation of San Jose State University in support of student and faculty activities and programs of the Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering, according to an announcement issued today. The gift will create the California Water Service Company Term Chair to augment the teaching, research,…
Read MoreCal Water Company Completes Main Replacement Project to Ensure Future Reliability to Customers
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 1,950 feet of aging water mains on Alpine Avenue, between Grange Avenue and Margaret Avenue, to improve water supply reliability to the local area. The original cast-iron main, installed in the 1950s, was replaced with ductile iron to increase flow capacity and improve fire flow capacity. Ductile iron…
Read MoreRibbon-Cutting Ceremony Celebrates Completion of East Los Angeles Pumping Station
Cal Water hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of a newly renovated pump station that will serve customers in the East Los Angeles District. The dedication took place at 718 North Rowan Avenue, Los Angeles, on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at 5:30 p.m. The pump station, which can move 3 million gallons of…
Read MoreWestlake District: Conservation Needed
Attention Westlake District customers. From Thursday, May 8 through Sunday, May 11, water provided to our customers from our purchased water supplier will be reduced as repairs are made to one of its filtration plants. During this time, we ask that you reduce your water use as much as possible, especially outdoors, where water use…
Read MoreFirst Phase of Project to Permanently Supply Water To West Goshen Complete
West Goshen residents now have a permanent supply of safe tap water to use and drink, as Cal Water has completed the first phase of a water mainline extension project that connects the West Goshen community with its Visalia water system. This phase included installing 8,645 feet of 12-inch ductile iron water main from Cal…
Read MoreCity of Livermore Enacts Water Use Restrictions
Updated 5/15/2014 In response to continuing drought conditions, on May 12 the Livermore City Council enacted a new water conservation ordinance which applies to every resident, including Cal Water customers. The ordinance includes the following water use restrictions: Lawn watering and landscape irrigation is limited to two days per week on an odd-even schedule; properties…
Read MoreLos Altos Boil Water Notice Cancelled
On Saturday, April 12, 2014, you were advised to use boiled or bottled water for drinking and cooking due to main break that could have affected water quality. Water quality test results confirm that it is no longer necessary to boil your water. We advised you to take this precautionary measure because protecting your health…
Read MoreLos Altos Boil Water Notice
Cal Water and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) advise customers residing on Seven Acres Lane, West Fremont Road, Miranda Road, Wild Plum Lane, LaLanne Court, Miranda Way, Miranda Court, Carado Court, Estacada Drive, Estacada Way, De Bell Road, and Manuella Road; as well as customers on Pine Lane west of Guadalupe Drive and…
Read MoreBayshore Employee Helps Transform Cancer Survivors into Superheroes
When Customer Service Representative Laura D. became the Committee Survivor Chair of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in her hometown of San Bruno, she knew she wanted to give some of the youngest survivors a day that they would never forget. Instead of planning the typical breakfast, she organized a day of action…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project To Improve Local Water System Reliability
Cal Water has completed the replacement of 4,200 feet of aging water mains on Almendral Street, between Selby Lane and El Camino Real, to improve water supply reliability to the Atherton community. Cal Water crews are now beginning a main replacement project on Tuscaloosa Avenue, parallel to the Almendral main installation. The original 6-inch cast-iron…
Read MoreCal Water Furthers Wildlife Conservation Efforts, Looks to Future Solutions
Cal Water has completed construction of the first phase of a fish passage initiative at its Bear Gulch water diversion facility, as part of its wildlife conservation effort. Bear Gulch creek supports runs of steelhead trout, which were previously unable to migrate and spawn due to the industry-standard water pumping system. Cal Water worked in…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project to Improve Local Water System Reliability
Cal Water has started an infrastructure upgrade project that will replace 3,800 feet of aging water mains on Beech Street, between 24th and Spruce streets, to improve water supply reliability to the local area. The construction is expected to last for approximately 10 weeks. The construction is not expected to cause any significant traffic issues,…
Read MoreKern River Valley Customer Center Construction to Start April 9
Please pardon our dust as we make improvements to our Customer Center. These improvements will enable us to serve our customers better as we install automatic doors and make our lobby more accessible to all customers. For our customers’ safety, our walk-in hours will temporarily change to 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.…
Read MoreVisalia District begins water main extension project to West Goshen
West Goshen residents will no longer struggle to have safe water to use and drink, as contractor Vulcan Construction broke ground Wednesday on a water mainline extension project that will connect the West Goshen community with Cal Water’s Visalia water system. Cal Water and its partners, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Self-Help…
Read MoreMain Replacement Project to Ensure Future Reliability
Cal Water today completed the replacement of 2,890 feet of aging water mains on Capitol Street, between Central Avenue and Clay Street, to improve water supply reliability to the local area. The original cast-iron main, installed in the 1940s, was replaced with PVC pipe to increase flow and improve water quality and reliability through the…
Read MoreNew Testing Equipment Will Reduce Laboratory Fees by $100,000 Per Year
This was a big week at Cal Water’s state-certified laboratory, where chemists began conducting water quality tests on a new gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer/mass spectrophotometer system capable of detecting constituents at levels as low as two parts per trillion. The new equipment, which was recently certified by the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program, is expected to reduce…
Read MoreWillows Main Replacement Project Complete
Cal Water today completed the replacement of 900 feet of aging water mains on Shasta Street, between Ash and Oak streets, to improve water supply reliability to the local area. The original cast-iron main, installed in 1927, was replaced with PVC pipe to increase flow and improve water quality and reliability through the water distribution…
Read MoreWell Replacement to Ensure Future Reliability to Customers
Cal Water announced today that it has completed construction of a $1.88 million well in its Oak Hills service area that can produce a half-million gallons of water per day. The new well replaces a well that was built in 1967 and had developed structural issues, which led to lower water production. The new well…
Read MoreCal Water Completes Main Replacement Project
Cal Water completed the replacement of 2,890 feet of aging water mains to improve water supply reliability to the local area. The main was replaced at the Aragon track in San Mateo between El Camino Real and Alameda de Las Pulgas. The replacement was completed today, when the 82 customer services served by this main…
Read MoreCal Water Resuscitates Local Well
Cal Water’s Las Lomas Station 305-01 is pumping water again today in the Salinas District after twelve years of inactivity. The company took the well offline after increases in the iron and manganese levels were detected. Typically, iron and manganese are filtered out of the water supply and then discharged through a public sanitary sewer;…
Read MoreVisalia Manager spends wee-hours caring for homeless dogs
At Cal Water, we believe in service in every sense of the word. We not only take providing a high-quality, reliable water service seriously, we are also committed to serving others in our community. Whether through donations, sponsorships, community enrichment activities or through our employees who are encouraged to give back, we are here to…
Read MoreDistricts are prepared to meet customer demand despite drought emergency
In the wake of Governor Jerry Brown’s proclamation of a drought emergency this morning, Cal Water provided a water supply update today for its 21 service areas throughout the state, indicating that its water systems are prepared to meet customer demand despite continuing dry conditions. According to Cal Water, 2013 was the driest year on…
Read MoreBear Gulch District Constructs New Storage Tank
Cal Water has completed the construction of a 1-million-gallon water storage tank in its Bear Gulch service area to increase water supply reliability for its customers. The $2.2 million steel tank replaced a 100-year-old concrete tank and was designed and constructed of materials that better withstand earthquakes. Due to its age, the former tank’s concrete…
Read MoreRedwood Valley District, Armstrong Valley System: Boil water notice cancelled
On Friday, October 18, 2013, you were advised to use boiled or bottled water for drinking and cooking due to two tanks being compromised, which could have affected water quality. Water quality test results confirm that it is no longer necessary to boil your water. We advised you to take this precautionary measure because protecting…
Read MoreSalinas: Cal Water asks customers to conserve water
Cal Water is experiencing a water supply emergency. Please help us to avoid interruptions in water service by eliminating all unnecessary water use until further notice. We assure you that we will resolve this water system issue as quickly as possible. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with this urgent conservation request. For additional…
Read MoreChromium-6 MCL Information for Dixon and Willows Customers
On August 22, the California Department of Public Health (DPH) issued a draft standard of 10 parts per billion (ppb) for chromium-6. If this draft standard is adopted, Cal Water will need to install treatment in our Dixon and Willows water systems in order to meet the new standard. Water providers will be required to…
Read MoreRancho Dominguez: Telephone scam targeting utility customers
Please be aware that scammers are targeting utility customers by phone and urging them to provide credit card information immediately in order to avoid disconnection for non-payment of their utility bills. Cal Water does not call our customers and ask for credit card information. If you receive such a call about your water bill and…
Read MoreCalifornia Department of Public Health Issues Draft Standard for Chromium-6
On August 22, the California Department of Public Health (DPH) issued a draft standard of 10 parts per billion (ppb) for chromium-6. Cal Water already meets the new standard in 61 of its 67 water systems. Cal Water will implement a blending process in its South San Francisco water system and install treatment in its…
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