Division 5

When it rains, most people see stormwater flowing down streets and into storm drains. At Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District, we see something more, an opportunity to replenish our local groundwater supplies.

The Beaumont Master Drainage Plan (MDP) Line 16 Project was designed through a partnership between BCVWD and the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District to improve stormwater drainage in Cherry Valley while capturing runoff that can be directed to the District’s Noble Creek Recharge Facility. There, stormwater can soak into the ground and help replenish the Beaumont Groundwater Basin rather than flowing downstream.

Since completing the primary construction, the Line 16 storm drain has been successfully conveying stormwater to the Noble Creek Recharge Facility during storm events. The project includes approximately 6,600 linear feet of reinforced concrete storm drain, multiple catch basins, outlet structures, and improvements to the District’s recharge ponds, all working together to improve flood protection while strengthening local water supplies.

“The MDP Line 16 Stormwater Project demonstrates how strategic infrastructure investments can solve today’s challenges while building long-term water resilience,” said BCVWD Board Director Andy Ramirez. “By capturing stormwater that once inundated residential neighborhoods and directing it to the Noble Creek Recharge Facility for groundwater recharge, the project has virtually eliminated neighborhood flooding, strengthened flood protection, replenished the Beaumont Groundwater Basin, and maximized the beneficial use of local stormwater as a sustainable water resource.”

Since 2022, BCVWD has recharged approximately 48,200 acre-feet of imported State Water Project water at the Noble Creek Recharge Facilities. Because those recharge operations have remained nearly continuous, the District intentionally postponed installation of some of the project’s final monitoring equipment to avoid interrupting groundwater recharge. Those remaining improvements, including flow monitoring devices and instrumentation, will allow staff to better measure stormwater captured through the system and continue improving future water resource planning.

Investing in infrastructure like the MDP Line 16 Project helps protect our community today while preparing for tomorrow. Every gallon of water we can capture and recharge locally strengthens the reliability of our groundwater resources for years to come.

Learn more about BCVWD’s infrastructure projects and water resources at https://bcvwd.gov.

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Most people pass dozens of fire hydrants every week without giving them much thought. Yet each hydrant serves an important purpose.

Strategically located throughout our community, fire hydrants help firefighters respond quickly when homes, businesses, schools, or open spaces are threatened by fire. Although they often go unnoticed, they are a critical part of the emergency response system that helps protect lives and property every day.

“Fire hydrants quietly serve our community every day, even when we don’t notice them,” said BCVWD Board Member Daniel Slawson. “Protecting them means protecting our neighbors, our families, and the firefighters who depend on them during emergencies.”

Unfortunately, over the last few months, water agencies across Southern California have experienced an increase in fire hydrant thefts and vandalism, including here in the Beaumont-Cherry Valley area.

Removing a hydrant isn’t simply taking a piece of metal. It damages critical public infrastructure, requires emergency repairs, and can affect equipment firefighters rely on when responding to emergencies. Replacing a stolen hydrant also requires valuable staff time and public resources that could otherwise be dedicated to maintaining and improving the water system.

BCVWD crews regularly inspect, test, and maintain fire hydrants throughout the District to help ensure they are ready when they’re needed most. Protecting these assets helps safeguard public safety while also protecting the community’s investment in its water infrastructure.

We appreciate our community’s continued support in helping protect these important public assets. If you notice suspicious activity around a fire hydrant, please do not approach those involved. Instead, report the activity to your local law enforcement agency.

Together, we can continue protecting the water system and the community we proudly serve.

If you witness suspicious activity involving a fire hydrant, do not approach the individuals involved.

To report suspicious activity (non-emergency): Beaumont Police Department at (951) 769-8500

To report a damaged or missing fire hydrant or other water emergency: Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District at (951) 845-9581, Option 9

Working together, we can help protect the critical infrastructure that keeps our community safe.

#ProtectTheWaterSystem #ProtectYourCommunity#BCVWD

Interested in serving your community?

Friday, August 7, 2026 is the final day to file as a candidate for the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District Board of Directors in the November 2026 election.

Three Board seats are on the ballot:

• Division 3
• Division 4
• Division 5

Candidate packets are available through the Riverside County Registrar of Voters or the BCVWD office. Completed Declaration of Candidacy forms must be filed with the Riverside County Registrar of Voters by the filing deadline.

For eligibility requirements, office hours, a Division Map, and links to the Riverside County Registrar of Voters, visit https://bcvwd.gov.

#BCVWD #BoardElection #PublicService #LocalGovernment #BeaumontCA #CherryValley

Eight months ago, Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District introduced Aqualina, our virtual assistant, to provide customers with another convenient way to find information about their water service.

Since then, Aqualina has been available around the clock, helping answer common questions, locate information on our website, and guide customers to the resources they need, whether it’s during the day, late at night, or over the weekend.

One of the greatest benefits of Aqualina isn’t just convenience for our customers, it’s the additional time it gives our Customer Service Team to focus on the people who need them most. By handling many routine questions, Aqualina allows our staff to spend more time assisting customers with complex account issues, unique situations, and personalized service.

Our employees are the heart of our customer service. Aqualina isn’t here to replace that personal connection, it’s here to support it. By answering common questions any time of day, this tool allows our staff to dedicate more time to helping customers who need individual assistance while still providing everyone with quick, convenient access to information.

Whether you’re looking for information about:

• Billing and payments
• Starting or stopping water service
• Water conservation tips
• Forms and applications
• District programs and resources

Aqualina is ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you haven’t tried Aqualina yet, visit https://bcvwd.gov, click on the chat icon, and say hello!

At BCVWD, we’re committed to combining innovative technology with the friendly, personalized service our customers have always relied on.

#BCVWD #Aqualina #CustomerService #InnovationWithHeart #WaterWithHeart

Recently, Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District has experienced an increase in fire hydrant thefts, joining other water agencies throughout the region facing the same troubling issue.

At first glance, a fire hydrant may appear to be just another piece of public infrastructure. In reality, it is one of the most important tools firefighters rely on to protect lives, homes, businesses, and neighborhoods during an emergency.

When a hydrant is stolen or damaged, the impact extends well beyond replacing a piece of equipment. Utility crews must respond to secure the area, repair the damage, restore the water system, and install a replacement hydrant. These unexpected repairs require valuable staff time and public resources that could otherwise be focused on planned maintenance and improvements.

Most importantly, hydrants are installed to support emergency response. They are carefully placed throughout our community to provide firefighters with reliable access to water when every second counts.

While BCVWD works closely with local fire and law enforcement agencies to respond to these incidents, protecting public infrastructure is something we all share.

If you notice suspicious activity around a fire hydrant, please do not approach those involved. Instead, report the activity to local law enforcement.

Together, we can continue protecting the water system and the community we proudly serve.

If you witness suspicious activity involving a fire hydrant, do not approach the individuals involved.

To report suspicious activity (non-emergency): Beaumont Police Department at (951) 769-8500

To report a damaged or missing fire hydrant or other water emergency: Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District at (951) 845-9581, Option 9

Working together, we can help protect the critical infrastructure that keeps our community safe.

#ProtectTheWaterSystem #ProtectYourCommunity#BCVWD

Every time you turn on the tap, you expect clean, safe, reliable water, and at Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District, that is exactly what we work to provide every day.

Throughout August, National Water Quality Month reminds us that protecting our water isn’t just the responsibility of water agencies. While BCVWD continuously monitors and delivers high-quality drinking water to more than 22,000 customers, we all have a role to play in protecting the rivers, streams, and groundwater that support our community. Clean water begins with everyday choices.

“Providing safe, reliable drinking water is at the heart of everything we do,” said BCVWD Board Member David Hoffman. “But protecting water quality is a shared responsibility. Small actions taken by each of us, at home and throughout our community, help preserve our local water resources for future generations.”

Here are four simple ways you can help protect water quality:

• Choose a commercial car wash. Professional car washes capture and treat wastewater, helping prevent soaps, oils, and other pollutants from entering storm drains.
• Pick up after your pets. Pet waste contains bacteria and nutrients that can wash into local waterways during rainstorms and negatively impact water quality.
• Dispose of medications properly. Never flush unused medications down the toilet or sink. Instead, take advantage of approved medication disposal programs in your community.
• Recycle used motor oil and antifreeze. Automotive fluids should always be taken to a certified recycling center or service facility, never poured onto the ground or into storm drains.

Protecting water quality doesn’t always require major changes. Often, it’s the small decisions we make every day that have the greatest impact.

To learn more about BCVWD’s commitment to delivering safe, reliable drinking water and to explore additional conservation and water quality resources, visit https://bcvwd.gov.

Together, we can help protect one of our community’s most valuable resources.

#NationalWaterQualityMonth #BCVWD #ProtectOurWater #BeWaterWise #WaterWithHear

One of the best ways to provide reliable water service is to replace aging infrastructure before it becomes a problem. Proactively replacing older pipelines helps reduce the risk of water main breaks,

minimizes unexpected service interruptions, and improves the long-term reliability of the District’s water distribution system.

The District continues to make steady progress on its 11th Street and American Avenue Replacement Pipeline Project. Water quality samples are currently being collected for the newly installed 11th Street

pipeline. If testing confirms the system is ready, crews will begin connecting the new pipeline to the existing water system before completing service connections and final paving.

Once work on 11th Street is complete, construction will continue along American Avenue, replacing additional aging water infrastructure and extending the benefits of the project to neighboring customers. These two projects were planned together as part of the District’s ongoing Capital Improvement Program to modernize critical infrastructure and improve long-term system reliability.

“Maintaining our infrastructure before it reaches the end of its useful life is one of the most effective ways we can provide dependable service to our customers,” said BCVWD Board Director Daniel

Slawson. “These investments help reduce future disruptions while protecting the reliability of our water system.”

Replacing underground infrastructure isn’t always visible once construction is complete, but it remains one of the most important investments the District makes. As these improvements continue,

customers can expect a stronger, more reliable water system designed to serve the community well into the future.

For more information, visit https://bcvwd.gov

#BCVWD #WaterInfrastructure #WaterSupply#BuildingForTomorrow#CapitalImprovement

Today, we join communities around the world in recognizing World Nature Conservation Day, a reminder that protecting our natural resources begins with the choices we make every day.

Water is one of our most valuable resources. Every drop that is conserved today helps ensure a reliable water supply for our community tomorrow. Whether it’s maintaining your irrigation system, fixing a leak, or simply being mindful of how water is used, small actions taken by many people can make a lasting difference.

At Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District, conservation is more than a single day, it is part of our ongoing commitment to providing safe, reliable water service while responsibly managing the resources entrusted to us. Through infrastructure improvements, water efficiency programs, and community education, we’re working alongside our customers to help preserve this essential resource for future generations.

Two easy ways to make a difference today:

• Check your irrigation system for leaks or overspray
• Water only when your landscape needs it.

Together, we can protect one of our community’s most precious natural resources.

Learn more about water conservation at https://bcvwd.gov/water-conservation-tips/

#WorldNatureConservationDay #BCVWD #WaterConservation #ProtectOurPlanet #Sustainability #EveryDropCounts

Here’s your chance to #participate! We welcome feedback from the community during our Board of Directors meetings. Join us in person or online tonight at 6:00 p.m. Visit https://bcvwd.gov/documents/2026-board-meeting-agendas for the agenda. #BCVWD

Online via Zoom –

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84318559070?pwd=SXIzMFZCMGh0YTFIL2tnUGlpU3h0UT09

Telephone, please dial: (669) 900-9128

Enter Meeting ID: 843 1855 9070

Enter Passcode: 113552

For public comment, use the “Raise Hand” feature on the video call when prompted. If dialing in, please dial *9 to “Raise Hand” when prompted. #BCVWD

Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District offers a variety of payment options to help make managing your water bill as convenient as possible.

Customers may:

 Mail a payment
 Pay in person at our office
Use the secure drop box located near our front door, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
 Make a payment online or enroll in automatic online payments
 Make a payment by phone
 Enroll in our FREE PreAuthorized Payment (PAP) Program

The District’s PreAuthorized Payment Program is a convenient, no-cost option that automatically withdraws your payment directly from your checking account on your bill’s due date. Many customers find it to be an easy way to avoid missed payments while eliminating the need for stamps, checks, or trips to the office.

Online and phone payments are also available for customers who prefer the convenience of paying electronically. These payment methods include a service fee charged by the District’s third-party payment processor.

Whether you prefer traditional payment methods or electronic options, BCVWD offers solutions designed to fit your needs.

To learn more about payment options, enroll in the PreAuthorized Payment Program, or make an online payment, visit https://bcvwd.gov

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