Division 4

Each calendar year, the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District Board of Directors reorganizes its officer positions. Effective January 1, 2026, the Board is organized as follows:

Lona Williams – President
 Andy Ramirez – Vice President
 David Hoffman – Secretary
 John Covington – Treasurer
 Daniel Slawson – Director

The Board of Directors plays a critical role in guiding the District. Board Members establish the policies that staff follow to provide reliable water service, oversee and approve the District’s budget, and carefully consider both the short- and long-term impacts of District activities, including capital improvement projects and development requests brought forward for approval. As elected officials, they also serve as the face of the District and represent the community they serve.

“As President of the Board, I understand the responsibility that comes with this role,” said BCVWD Board President Lona Williams. “Our job is to provide thoughtful oversight and clear direction while supporting the District’s staff, who work every day to serve our customers. We are committed to balancing fiscal responsibility with the ongoing maintenance and investment needed to ensure safe, reliable water service for our community, not just today, but for years to come.”

Learn more about the Board of Directors at https://bcvwd.gov/board-of-directors/

The Board meets on the second Wednesday and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

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Beginning January 1, 2026, the second year of the District’s approved water rate study will take effect. Customers will begin seeing the impact on their bills starting February 2026, based on water usage in the new year.

We understand that rate increases are never welcome, and we want to be transparent about why this change is occurring.

The current rate study was completed by an independent consultant and reflects the significant changes the District has experienced since the last study in 2019. Since then, the costs of providing safe and reliable water service have increased, from operations and regulatory requirements to materials, labor, and infrastructure needs. These rates not only cover the cost of providing service, but also support critical investments in our community, including capital improvement projects.

While rates are increasing, the District remains committed to being fiscally responsible and continues to be one of the lower-cost water providers in the region.

We believe in being upfront with our customers, this increase will have an impact, and we want you to have access to the information behind it. View current rates (Rules & Regulations, Part 5) at

https://bcvwd.gov/documents/rules-and-regulations/ and the Water Rate Study at https://bcvwd.gov/water-rate-study/.

Thank you for taking the time to stay informed and for being part of our community.

#BCVWD#WaterRates#CommunityUpdate

Happy New Year’s from BCVWD! As we welcome 2026, our offices will be closed on Thursday, January 1. For any water emergencies, please call us at (951) 845-9581, option 9.

Wishing you a safe and joyful celebration!

#BCVWD #HappyNewYear

As we close out 2025, the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District is proud to look back on a year marked by progress, planning, and significant investments in our community’s water system. From completing major pipeline replacements to advancing storage, pressure-regulating, and non-potable system improvements, each step taken this year has strengthened the reliability of the services we provide every day.

Across the District, our Capital Improvement Program continued moving forward, with new infrastructure breaking ground, critical upgrades nearing completion, and long-term projects entering key planning and design phases. These improvements ensure we can support community growth while protecting water quality and system reliability for years to come.

BCVWD Board President Daniel Slawson reflected on the year by sharing, “2025 was a year of meaningful progress for BCVWD. The projects we completed and the work now underway demonstrate our Board’s commitment to investing wisely, planning responsibly, and preparing our system for the future. As we move into 2026, we remain focused on strengthening infrastructure, improving efficiency, and supporting a water system our community can rely on every single day.”

As we enter 2026, we look forward to continued advancements, including new storage facilities, pipeline rehabilitation, planning for future wells, and further improvements to both potable and non-potable systems.

Thank you to our customers, partners, and staff for your support throughout the year.

We wish you a safe, healthy, and happy new year!

#BCVWD #YearInReview #CIP #WaterInfrastructure #ReliableWater #CommunityFirst #2026

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.

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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.

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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