Division 5

BCVWD Board Members Participate in Sacramento River & Sites Reservoir Educational Tour

Earlier this fall, Board President Daniel Slawson and Vice President Lona Williams attended a Water Education Foundation tour exploring major water infrastructure and environmental sites throughout Northern California, including the Sacramento River, Oroville Dam, Shasta Lake, and the proposed Sites Reservoir.

BCVWD Board President Daniel Slawson shared, “This tour was an incredible learning experience. Seeing these projects firsthand and hearing from experts gave me a deeper understanding of how the entire system fits together and how decisions in Northern California directly impact communities like ours. Staying informed helps us make better decisions for our customers and ensures we’re supporting projects that strengthen water reliability statewide.”

The Sacramento River and its tributaries supply roughly 35% of California’s water, feeding both the State Water Project and the federal Central Valley Project. Tour stops highlighted riparian habitat, agricultural operations, restoration efforts, and large-scale engineering projects, all demonstrating how interconnected the state’s water system is and how essential it is for Southern California communities to understand conditions upstream.

“Visiting the Sites Reservoir area and hearing directly from experts helped bring the big picture into focus,” added BCVWD Board Vice President Lona Williams. “Seeing the planning, environmental work, and long-term benefits laid out on the ground gave me a much clearer understanding of how statewide projects support local reliability. Tours like this reinforce why our Board needs to stay engaged and informed.”

BCVWD remains committed to continuous learning and collaboration. Understanding statewide water challenges and opportunities helps us better advocate for long-term, sustainable solutions that support the reliability of water service for Beaumont, Cherry Valley, and the region.

#BCVWD #WaterEducation #CaliforniaWater #SacramentoRiver #SitesReservoir #WaterReliability #BoardLeadership

Staying Informed: State’s “Making Conservation a California Way of Life” Regulation

The State Water Resources Control Board is moving forward with a statewide regulation called “Making Conservation a California Way of Life.” This program would set long-term water-use efficiency standards for all California urban water suppliers. These standards are determined at the agency level, not for individual households or businesses.

As the State develops this regulation, water agencies across California, including BCVWD, are continuing to evaluate how the proposed changes may affect future water supply planning and operational costs. We know many customers have questions about how statewide regulations may impact communities like ours, both now and in the long term.

Residents who would like to learn more or provide input directly to the State Water Resources Control Board may do so using the public contact options provided by the State:

Email: ORPP-WaterConservation@waterboards.ca.gov
Mail:    State Water Resources Control Board
Division of Water Rights
PO Box 2000
Sacramento, CA 95812-2000

To read more about the State’s proposal, visit the Water Boards’ information page:

https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/conservation_portal

BCVWD will continue to monitor the process and keep our customers informed as additional information becomes available.

#BCVWD #WaterEducation #CaliforniaWater #PublicProcess #WaterPolicy #Conservation

Your Voice Matters to Us!

At BCVWD, our 22,000+ customers aren’t just account numbers, you are our neighbors, partners, and community.

If our team has helped you recently, we’d love to hear about it! Your feedback not only motivates us but also helps others know what to expect when they connect with us.

Share your experience: https://g.page/r/CXLYJztLJ-O8EBM/review

Thank you for supporting your local water district!

#BCVWD #CustomerCare #WaterWithHeart #CommunitySupport

Happy Holidays from BCVWD!

We wish you and your loved ones a joyful, safe, and peaceful holiday season.

Warm holiday wishes from all of us at BCVWD!

#BCVWD #HappyHolidays #CommunityFirst

Explore the BCVWD Fun Zone!

Learning about water has never been this fun!

Visit our Fun Zone at https://bcvwd.gov and enjoy:
Online Coloring Pages
Word Puzzles
Water-Themed Match Game

It’s perfect for kids and adults who love to learn while having fun.
Finished a masterpiece? Share it with us using #BCVWD or #BCVWDFunZone — we’d love to see your creativity!

Let’s celebrate curiosity, imagination, and the value of water together.

#WaterEducation #CommunityEngagement #LearnWithBCVWD

Seasonal Weather Reminder: Stay Flood-Safe This Winter

As we move into the rainy season, we want to remind our Beaumont and Cherry Valley community to stay aware of changing weather conditions, especially in areas affected by past fires, where slopes can be more vulnerable to flooding and mudslides.

A few simple steps can help keep you and your family safe:

• Stay alert to weather updates and local emergency alerts
• Avoid driving or walking through flooded areas — Turn Around, Don’t Drown
• Be aware of how runoff flows near your home, especially near hillsides
• Keep an emergency plan and supplies ready just in case

If an emergency impacts the District, updates will be posted at https://bcvwd.gov

Your safety matters to us. Please take care, look out for one another, and stay prepared during winter storms.

For more tips, visit: www.ready.gov/floods

#BCVWD #FloodSafety #BeWeatherReady #CommunityFirst

Project Complete: Strengthening Water Reliability in the 3040 Pressure Zone

We are pleased to share that the 3040 Pressure Zone Cherry Avenue / International Park Road Transmission Pipeline Project has been successfully completed and inspected by District staff. This important project, identified in the District’s long-term Capital Improvement Budget and supported in part by ARPA funding, enhances water movement and reliability within the 3040 Pressure Zone, an area experiencing continued growth and increased demand.

This new transmission pipeline improves operational flexibility, supports system resilience, and helps ensure dependable service for residents, businesses, and future development in our community.

“This pipeline makes a real difference for our community,” said Director Andy Ramirez, Board Member of the District. “It helps water move where needed, reduces strain on the water system, and ensures residents and businesses have dependable service every day.”

Infrastructure investments like this pipeline are essential to keeping our community strong. They help ensure that safe, reliable water continues to reach every household, today and for generations to come. Completing this project reflects our commitment to planning ahead, supporting growth responsibly, and maintaining the high-quality service our customers expect.

Thank you to our engineering and operations teams, our project partners, and our community for their continued support of long-term water reliability improvements.

#BCVWD #InfrastructureInvestment #WaterReliability #CommunityWater #Zone3040

Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District is moving forward with plans to construct a new 2-million-gallon steel water storage tank in the 3040 Pressure Zone, located next to the existing Noble Tank. As outlined in the District’s Capital Improvement Budget, this project is designed to increase local storage capacity, improve emergency readiness, and support growing demands in areas like the expanding Sundance community.

Today, the 3040 Zone’s storage is not sufficient to meet future peak demands or emergency conditions. Adding this new tank will:

• Improve system reliability and resiliency
• Strengthen emergency water storage
• Support community growth through 2040
• Enhance service stability for homes, schools, and businesses
• Ensure continued dependable water delivery in this important pressure zone

Although the project is being rebid, the District remains committed to moving it forward as a key investment in long-term water reliability for our community.

BCVWD Board member John Covington shared support for the project, noting that “expanding local water storage isn’t just about meeting today’s needs, it’s about preparing responsibly for tomorrow. This new tank will help ensure our residents have reliable, high-quality water during peak demand, emergencies, and continued community growth.”

We look forward to sharing updates as the project progresses.

#BCVWD #InfrastructureInvestment #WaterReliability #Zone3040 #CommunityWater #NobleTank

Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District is excited to share that the new 2,000-gallon water truck, approved as part of the 2025–2029 Capital Improvement Budget, has officially arrived. This long-planned purchase strengthens our ability to maintain system reliability, improve response capabilities, and support key construction and maintenance projects across our potable and non-potable systems.

The water truck will play an important role in dust control, mainline and hydrant flushing, construction support, emergency preparedness, and fire protection assistance, especially in remote areas where access to hydrants is limited. Having this equipment in-house also reduces the District’s reliance on rental units, improving efficiency and lowering long-term operational costs.

BCVWD Board Member John Covington noted that “purchases like this water truck directly strengthen the reliability of our water system and the safety of our community. Our crews work in demanding conditions, and having dependable, modern equipment allows them to do their jobs safely and effectively. This investment reflects the District’s long-term commitment to planning responsibly and making sure our team has the support they need to protect public health and maintain essential services.”

We’re proud to continue investing in reliable, cost-effective equipment that directly supports service to our 22,000+ customers. To learn more about District operations and planning efforts, visit https://bcvwd.gov.

#BCVWD #WaterService #InfrastructureInvestment #CommunitySupport #FieldOperations

At Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District, our more than 22,000 customers are at the heart of everything we do. You’re not just service accounts, you’re our neighbors, partners, and community.

If you’ve had a great experience with our team, we’d love to hear from you! Your feedback not only inspires us but also helps others know what to expect when they connect with BCVWD.

Share your experience: https://g.page/r/CXLYJztLJ-O8EBM/review

Thank you for helping us continue to improve and deliver water with heart every day.

#BCVWD #CustomerCare #WaterWithHeart #CommunitySupport #ThankYou