Water Systems in City of Willows Consolidated
Posted January 11, 2024 California Water Service (Cal Water), which has provided water utility service to the majority of Willows, Calif. since 1927, recently acquired the municipal water system assets of the City of Willows (Willows or City), which served the remainder of the city. The purchase, completed in late December 2023, was aided by […]
10th Annual Classroom Conservation Program Launched
Posted January 03, 2024 K-12 Teachers and Students Encouraged to Engage in Water Conservation Learning Cal Water, in partnership with DoGoodery, has launched its 10th annual youth water conservation education program. This year, the program returns under a new name, Tap Into Learning, with multiple opportunities for students, classrooms, and school-based clubs in Cal Water service […]
Presents and Meals for Monterey County Children
Posted December 14, 2023 Santa Claus returned to the Salinas Valley skies this year as he flew into the fairgrounds, bringing toys to 1,096 children and meals to 440 local families on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, in King City. Participating families, many of whom serve as farmworkers and laborers feeding the nation, were pre-selected by […]
One of “America’s Most Responsible Companies”
Posted December 06, 2023 For the third year in a row, California Water Service Group (Group) has earned a spot on Newsweek magazine’s list of “America’s Most Responsible Companies.” Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world’s leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, recognized Group for the utility’s sustainability and corporate citizenship efforts. Group ranked No. 1 among investor-owned water […]
Over $186,000 Awarded in Grants to Fire Departments
Posted November 29, 2023 To support local fire departments and their efforts to provide rescue and emergency services, Cal Water today announced it will award $186,077 in grants to eight California fire departments as part of the utility’s fifth annual Firefighter Grant Program. “As a water provider, day in and day out we work together […]
Salinas and King City Give $19,000 in Food, Donations
Posted November 13, 2023 To support struggling families with Thanksgiving meals and essential services, Cal Water partnered with local legislators and charitable organizations Thursday, Nov. 9 for the utility’s annual Operation Gobble distribution. Cal Water donated $10,500 and an additional $8,500 in Butterball turkey gift certificates to organizations helping those in need in the Salinas […]
2023 USEPA WaterSense® Excellence Award Winner
Posted October 12, 2023 For its commitment to—and partnership in—helping customers become more water-efficient, Cal Water has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2023 WaterSense® Excellence in Promoting WaterSense Labeled Products Award. The national award recognizes a partner that goes above and beyond to help consumers understand the value of water use efficiency and aligns […]
Helping Low-Income Customers Pay Water Bills
Posted September 14, 2023 As part of its ongoing effort to support its low-income customers, Cal Water has entered a first-of-its-kind agreement with the California Department of Community Services & Development (CSD) to make it easier for customers to access funds through the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). LIHWAP, a federally funded program […]
Group One of “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies”
Posted September 7, 2023 In its inaugural list recognizing trustworthy companies worldwide, Newsweek magazine has named California Water Service Group (Group) one of the “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies.” The honor was given to Group by Newsweek and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, based on feedback and analysis regarding trust among customers, investors, and employees. […]
Infrastructure Upgrade Begins in Chico
Posted August 17, 2023 Cal Water has begun work this month on a water infrastructure upgrade that will improve water supply reliability and fire protection in Northwest Chico. The project, which will include installation of about 5,100 feet of new eight- and six-inch water main along Rio Lindo Avenue, will be completed ahead of the […]