January 30, 2025 — Rowland Water District (RWD) recently secured more than $31,000 in Member Agency Administered Program (MAAP) grant funding from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) to support outreach programs promoting water conservation and offering incentives to customers in disadvantaged communities (DACs). The majority of this MAAP funding is being utilized for a two-part program designed to enhance community landscapes with water-wise solutions. All RWD customers are encouraged to participate ...Read More

January 3, 2025 — Rowland Water District (RWD) continues to demonstrate that it is a force for good in the community as its ongoing Splash Cash program awarded more than $13,000 in grants for water education-related programs for the 2024-2025 school year. While teachers have the flexibility to create their curriculum or programs, the overall theme is centered around increasing students’ awareness of the importance of water as a natural resource ...Read More

December 2, 2024 — Rowland Water District (RWD) staff recently delivered its annual State of the District presentation to the Board of Directors on October 22, 2024, highlighting key moments and accolades from the District’s previous fiscal year. Throughout the past year, the District has made significant strides, demonstrating financial responsibility, investing in its staff through hiring, promotions, and development, giving back to the community through outreach, mentorship, and educational programs, ...Read More

The Board of Directors and staff at Rowland Water District are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Anthony (Tony) Poli, who served as General Manager for nearly two decades. Mr. Poli passed away on Thursday, September 19th after a brief illness. He was a visionary leader and dedicated public servant who will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of working with him. Tony Poli led Rowland Water ...Read More

October 25, 2024 — In recognition of Water Professionals Appreciation Week, Rowland Water District (RWD) showed its gratitude to staff by sharing their unique stories and creating fun moments for the team throughout the week of October 5-13. Celebrated throughout California, this annual event highlights industry professionals while educating the public on their individual contributions to ensure safe and reliable potable and recycled water operations across the state. “Every day, our ...Read More

October 7, 2024— In a heartwarming effort to give back, Rowland Water District (RWD) employees have launched a new outreach program aimed at providing essential resources and supporting our local community. Caring for Our Neighbors highlights Rowland’s commitment to uplifting the community through various charity and volunteer events and ties into RWD’s new purpose statement: We are devoted to caring for our neighbors and our future. During a recent internal fundraiser, ...Read More

October 2, 2024 — As cyber-attacks against public water agencies are on the rise, Rowland Water District (RWD) is bolstering its efforts to proactively identify and avoid cybersecurity threats by regularly educating its staff and Board members through internal training sessions. At a recent Special Meeting of the Board of Directors held on September 27, 2024, RWD welcomed Jessica Howarth of Newport Beach based HighRoad Information Technology to conduct cybersecurity awareness ...Read More

Rowland Water District (RWD) was recently honored with the 2024 Occupational Excellence Achievement Award for exemplary workforce safety practices, demonstrating the District’s commitment to safeguarding employee well-being in the water industry. The National Safety Council (NSC) presented the award per the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s (OSHA) strict record-keeping requirements.  It is given to organizations that reported injuries and days away from work due to illnesses that are less than or ...Read More

August 15, 2024 — August is recognized nationally as Water Quality Month and Rowland Water District (RWD) is taking the opportunity to educate the community on where its water comes from and how to ensure the collection system is free from contaminants. RWD recently published its annual water quality report outlining its efforts to build a sustainable water future by utilizing recycled water when applicable and highlighting Puente Basin Water Agency, ...Read More

Local Expert Highlights the State’s Complex Water System in Debut Podcast A steady flow of information in a digestible format  August 7, 2024—Rowland Water District’s (RWD) General Manager, Tom Coleman, was recently featured as a guest speaker on the inaugural episode of the podcast H2KnowItAlls, where he discussed California’s water storage issues. The H2KnowItAlls podcast debuted on August 1st, 2024, and aims to engage communities across California in water conversation through ...Read More