California Water Association

Happy Holidays from California Water Association! ❄️☃️✨ We wish you health, happiness, and flowing moments of joy this holiday season and in the year ahead. Here’s to a wonderful holiday season filled with peace and prosperity. Thank you for being a part of our community. #HappyHolidays #SeasonOfJoy #CWACommunity

Empowering Women in Water CWA is thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual Women in Water Leadership Seminar, taking place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 8 AM to 5 PM at the SoCalGas Energy Resource Center in Downey, CA. This all-day event will bring together women working on water issues to connect, collaborate, and grow as leaders in the industry. Attendees will enjoy: -Keynote speakers sharing insights and innovative ideas on water challenges and solutions. -Breakout sessions to build leadership skills, enhance communication, and foster collaboration. -Networking opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals and expand their network. Event Details: 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8 AM - 5 PM 📍 Location: SoCalGas Energy Resource Center Register by March 10, 2025:  https://lnkd.in/g4256rhC Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and advance in the water industry. #WomenInWater #Leadership #CWACommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment #WaterIndustry

Celebrating 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water Act Today, we mark the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act—a landmark piece of legislation that has safeguarded public health by ensuring access to clean, safe, and reliable drinking water for millions of Americans. California Water Association is proud to uphold this legacy through the efforts of our member companies, who work tirelessly to protect and improve water quality across the state. As we look to the future, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing sustainable practices and ensuring access to safe drinking water for generations to come. Let’s celebrate this historic milestone and the progress it represents! #SafeDrinkingWaterAct #CleanWater #WaterQuality #CWACommunity #PublicHealth

Supporting Communities Through Operation Gobble! Even after Thanksgiving, the impact of Golden State Water Company’s Operation Gobble continues to resonate. For over 34 years, this program has provided more than 250,000 turkeys to families with limited resources, ensuring brighter holidays for countless Californians. California Water Association is proud to work alongside Golden State Water and support efforts like these that strengthen our communities and provide critical support to those in need. Thank you, Golden State Water Company, for your unwavering commitment to making a difference. #OperationGobble #CommunitySupport #CWACommunity #GSWater #GivingBack

This Thanksgiving, We’re Grateful for Our Water Community! As we gather to reflect on the past year, California Water Association has so much to be thankful for: Our Members: The dedicated water utilities and professionals who work tirelessly to ensure safe, clean, and affordable water for California’s communities. Prop 4 Passing: A monumental thank you to Californians all across the state for voting yes on prop 4 and for taking this crucial step toward protecting our natural resources, improving water infrastructure, and preparing for a resilient future. We are inspired by you, by the collective efforts of our members and water partners, and look forward to continuing this vital work together. Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday!  #CWACommunity #Thanksgiving #CleanWater #YesonProp4 #WaterUtilities #OperationGobble

Suburban Water Systems’ 34th Annual Operation Gobble! We’re excited to highlight Suburban Water Systems and their 34th Annual Operation Gobble! 🦃📦 Through partnerships with community organizations, legislators, and employee volunteers, they distributed turkeys to families in need across their service area, making Thanksgiving brighter for many. Thank you to the local legislators and all involved in this incredible effort to serve the community! Assemblymember Blanca Pancheo Senator Bob Archuleta Senator Josh Newman California Senator Susan Rubio LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis Assemblymember Lisa Calderon Blanca Rubio California State Assembly #CWACommunity #OperationGobble #SuburbanCares #ServingOurCommunity #HappyThanksgiving

Giving Back with Operation Gobble! We’re proud to share how San Jose Water partnered with local non-profits to provide grocery gift cards, ensuring families across the greater San Jose area can enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. Thank you, San Jose Water, for your dedication to supporting our communities! #CWACommunity #OperationGobble #SanJoseWater #GivingBack

Buckle Up for Water Utility Challenges | NARUC 2024 Annual Meeting This month, leaders from the water utility industry—including Sunil Pillai (Golden State Water), Ken Jenkins (California Water Service), and Suzanne DeLorenzo (San Jose Water)—joined the NARUC Committee on Water Panel to dive into the complexities of managing water utilities in 2024. The session, themed "Buckle Up!" used thrilling metaphors inspired by nearby Disneyland attractions to address real-world challenges in water utility management. From navigating the regulatory landscape to tackling PFAS cleanup costs, the panel provided valuable insights into building resilience, ensuring clean water, and advancing infrastructure investment. Thank you to Sunil, Ken, Suzanne, and all the panelists for sharing their expertise and inspiring solutions to improve water quality and reliability for communities nationwide! #NARUC2024 #WaterUtilities #CWACommunity #CleanWater #Infrastructure #WaterManagement

ICYMI: Last week, Carmelitha Bordelon, CPA, VP of Regulatory Affairs and Finance at Suburban Water Systems, joined the panel "Avoiding Disconnected Data: Assuring Utility Disconnection Information is Useful" at the 2024 NARUC Annual Meeting and Education Conference. Carmelitha highlighted how comprehensive disconnection data can guide better policies, improve regulatory frameworks, and support customers in need. This engaging session brought together industry leaders across multiple sectors to discuss lessons learned from post-pandemic disconnection reporting practices and their impact on utility management. We’d also like to recognize the contributions of the other distinguished panelists, including: -Hon. Jeff Hughes, North Carolina Utilities Commission (Moderator) -Patrick Cicero, Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate -Chris Forist, Michigan Public Service Commission -Hon. Davante Lewis, PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, LOUISIANA Thank you, Carmelitha, and all of the panelists for shedding light on the importance of leveraging data to shape effective utility practices! #NARUCANNUAL24 #UtilityLeadership #WaterUtilities #CWACommunity #DataDrivenPolicy #SuburbanWaterSystems

Highlighting California American Water’s Commitment to Clean Water! We’re excited to showcase our member, California American Water, for their advanced PFAS treatment technology demonstration to CPUC Commissioner John Reynolds at the Nut Plains Treatment Plant. This is a shining example of the innovative solutions our members implement to provide safe, clean drinking water for Californians. Thank you, California American Water, for leading the way in water treatment and sharing your expertise with regulators to ensure the highest standards in water quality. #CWACommunity #PFAS #CleanWater #CPUC #Innovation #WaterTreatment