Rowland Heights, CA (July 7, 2026) – At its regular meeting on June 9, 2026, the Rowland Water District (RWD) Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve a Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operations and Capital Budget that supports reliable delivery, sustainable supplies, and cost containment for customers.
The budget reflects months of planning, with staff carefully reviewing operational costs, maintenance needs, and the improvements and upgrades that will enhance service and position RWD for the future. The plan pairs the annual budget with a ten-year financial outlook, balancing the demands of current operations against the investments the district will need over the next decade. By examining both the near term and the long term, RWD keeps the district on a path to deliver consistent, high-quality water service for years to come.
“Taking a deep, detailed approach to our annual budgets gives us an opportunity to evaluate how every dollar is maximized to benefit our customers,” said RWD General Manager Tom Coleman. “We are making prudent decisions for the upcoming year and focusing on the future so our ratepayers can trust that we are delivering the value they expect every day.”
The $32.5 million Fiscal Year 2026-2027 total budget allocates $4.1 million to capital improvement projects in addition to roughly $28.4 million in operations. These long-term investments in RWD infrastructure include the rehabilitation of one reservoir, enhanced site security systems, connections that enable future imported water capabilities, and fire hydrant replacements, along with other system upgrades. These projects strengthen the reliability and resilience of RWD’s water system and advance the goals set in the district’s strategic plan “Effective Action for Sustainable Progress.”
For more information about RWD’s budget and financial planning, visit www.rwd.org.
