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Cal Water gives $186,000 in grants to local fire departments

Cal Water opens firefighter grant program

Cal Water recently announced it will provide $186,077 in grant funding 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 with fire departments in our service areas to supply the water and pressure …

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San Bernardino Valley secures financing for Watershed Connect program

Water deal benefits multiple agencies

San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District (SBVMWD) has received a $70 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This WIFIA funding will support an innovative regional partnership with SBVMWD to help secure a drought-resilient water supply while supporting the long-term ecological …

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Kennedy named Orange County Water District’s new GM

Kennedy named Orange County Water District's new GM

John Kennedy will take the helm at the Orange County Water District (OCWD) in 2024 according to a statement released by the agency. Kennedy, who currently serves as the District’s executive director of engineering and water resources, was selected by the Board to succeed Michael R. Markus, who has served as …

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American Water Charitable Foundation awards STEM grants

American Water Charitable Foundation awards STEM grants

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, has awarded a combined total of $500,000 to 30 organizations in 10 states across the U.S., supporting communities served by American Water through the 2023 Workforce Readiness and STEM Education Grant Programs. “The American Water Charitable Foundation is thrilled …

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Lee selected as new GM for Dublin San Ramon Services District

Lee selected as new GM for Dublin San Ramon Services District

Earlier this month the Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) Board of Directors unanimously selected Jan Lee to serve as the District’s next general manager. effective December 23. Lee will succeed Dan McIntyre on December 23 as the district’s first female general manager. “With the retirement of an excellent leader …

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Fred Adjarian appointed to El Toro Water District board

Fred Adjarian appointed to El Toro Water District board

The El Toro Water District (ETWD) has appointed Fred Adjarian to serve on its Board of Directors following the resignation of former board member Jose Vergara who moved out of the District’s service area. Adjarian has more than 40 years experience managing and advising public and private water utilities in …

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