Latest Edition of California Rural Water Journal

The Summer Water Journal is now available. Featured articles include the 2026 Expo highlights, including our award winners. Take a chance to celebrate them and take a quick peek at what was undoubtedly the best CRWA Expo yet! California Water Journal – Summer 2026...

Regulatory Updates – June 2026

California water updates emphasize permanent urban conservation rules, state priority enforcement for PFAS and perchlorate limits in drinking water, and seasonal harmful algal bloom advisories. Statewide drought declarations remain lifted, though certain agricultural...

Member Spotlight: ICWCSD Praises CRWA Support

We love hearing from our members about the value CRWA’s circuit riders bring to their systems. Here’s a note from Terry Tye, General Manager of Indian Creek Westridge Community Services District, sharing how a recent visit helped move their system upgrades...

How CRWA Technical Assistance Can Help Your Utility Succeed

One of the most valuable benefits available to California Rural Water Association (CRWA) members is access to our Technical Assistance Program. Designed specifically to support water and wastewater systems throughout California, CRWA’s technical assistance...

5 Key Elements of a Successful Driver Safety Program

Vehicle accidents remain the leading cause of workplace fatalities in the U.S., accounting for over 38% of all workplace deaths each year. For organizations that operate vehicles, even a single accident can result in injuries, liability claims, vehicle damage, and...

Preferred Provider Spotlight: Waterly

By Luis Carmona, Resource Development Coordinator Waterly is made by water operators for water operators. Designed with real-world utility operations in mind, Waterly is an affordable and easy-to-use platform that supports both data and asset management through two...

Unlocking the Full Value of Your CRWA Membership

The California Rural Water Association (CRWA) is committed to helping California’s water and wastewater utilities succeed through training, technical assistance, engineering support, compliance services, insurance programs, and operational resources. Whether...

SB 72 Sets Water Supply Targets

Key 2026 California water regulatory updates focus on implementing long-term supply targets under SB 72 finalizing Senate Bill 72 (Water Plan Modernization): The California Water Commission is implementing SB 72 to set measurable, long-term water supply targets,...

5 Tips to Lower Your Insurance Premiums

Commercial insurance can be a significant expense for a small water system. There are some simple steps you can take to ensure that you’re not paying more than is necessary. Below are five tips that may help lower your premium. 1. Review Your Property Schedules...

Preferred Provider Spotlight: Resource Monitor

Resource Monitor is a water-monitoring and metering platform built specifically for small and rural water operators. The platform helps field operators detect leaks in hours instead of weeks, eliminate manual meter reads, and monitor wells, pressure zones, and...

Membership Has Its Benefits!

By Candice Jackson, Membership Services Manager Joining the California Rural Water Association means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of services designed to support and strengthen water and wastewater systems across the state. Members benefit from expert SUSP...

Celebrating Our CRWA Apprenticeship Program Graduates!

The California Rural Water Association is proud to celebrate the upcoming graduation ceremony of its Apprenticeship Program. An important milestone recognizing the dedication, growth, and achievement of the next generation of water and wastewater professionals. This...

California Rural Water Association – EXPO 2026

Join us this year at the California Rural Water Association’s highly anticipated 2026 Education & Exhibitor Expo, taking place April 27–30 in beautiful South Lake Tahoe. Hosted at the newly remodeled Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe and the Harrah’s...

Top 5 Ways to Save Time on Insurance Renewals

Insurance renewals have a reputation for being stressful, last-minute, and disruptive to normal operations. The good news? With the right systems in place, renewals don’t have to consume weeks of staff time every year. Here are five proven ways your water system...