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California Water Service Group (CWT) delivers essential water services across multiple U.S. states through regulated utilities and specialized subsidiaries. This page provides investors and stakeholders with authoritative updates on operational milestones, financial performance, and strategic initiatives shaping the company's role in the water utility sector.
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California Water Service Group has announced a total of $600,000 in donations to local food banks and community organizations as part of its commitment to enhance community quality of life. Key donations include $200,000 to the Chico Housing Action Team for the Everhart Village project, providing housing for behavioral health clients, and $200,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento for a STEM lab serving at-risk youth. The remaining funds will support various food banks across multiple states.
California Water Service (CWT) has pledged $200,000 to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Foundation to support youth education on marine conservation. Announced at a holiday reception, this donation marks the Foundation’s largest contribution ever received. The partnership aims to engage socio-economically challenged areas served by Cal Water, enhancing environmental stewardship among youth. Notable figures like Secretary Leon Panetta and Cal Water President Martin Kropelnicki expressed optimism about fostering future generations of environmental stewards.
California Water Service (Cal Water) has awarded $174,500 through its third annual Firefighter Grant Program to eight fire departments to enhance their firefighting capabilities. Recipients include departments from Chico, Dixon, Kern County, Los Angeles County, Oroville, Selma, South San Francisco, and Willows. The grants will fund essential equipment such as rescue rafts, hoses, hydraulic tools, and personal protective gear aimed at improving the safety of first responders and the communities they serve. This initiative underscores Cal Water's commitment to supporting local firefighters while ensuring customer rates remain unaffected.
California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) has announced key leadership changes to enhance operational efficiency. Greg A. Milleman will become Vice President, Rates & Regulatory Affairs, overseeing regulatory matters across California, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Washington starting January 1, 2022. Paul G. Townsley transitions to Vice President, Corporate Development, focusing on growth strategy. Michelle R. Mortensen is promoted to Vice President, Corporate Secretary, and Chief of Staff. Additionally, Elissa Y. Ouyang and Ronald D. Webb will take on new roles as Vice Presidents, reflecting the company's commitment to recognizing talent.
California Water Service Group (CWT) has promoted Sophie M. James to Chief Water Quality Officer, effective January 1, 2022. This new role underscores the company's commitment to exceeding state and federal drinking water standards. James has extensive experience, having worked at California Water Service since 2006 in various capacities including Director of Water Quality. She holds advanced degrees and certifications in chemistry and water treatment. This appointment strengthens the company's focus on delivering safe and clean water to over 2 million customers across multiple states.
California Water Service (CWT) has submitted a $20.8 million application to the State Water Resources Control Board to provide financial relief to customers struggling to pay water bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This funding will allow Cal Water to forgive past-due balances from March 2020 to June 2021. The company expects approval by early 2022 and will automatically apply credits to affected customers' accounts. Additionally, they offer interest-free payment plans for other outstanding balances and a Customer Assistance Program for income-eligible clients.
California Water Service has launched the eighth annual Cal Water H2O Challenge, encouraging K-12 students to develop solutions for local water issues. This year, the competition, in partnership with the California Association of Science Educators and DoGoodery, opens to classrooms and school clubs across Cal Water service areas. Participants can win up to $3,500, with additional scholarships and prizes. The program aims to engage students, enhance scientific literacy, and address water conservation.
The challenge has seen nearly 300 classrooms participate, adapting to hybrid learning environments.
California Water Service Group (CWT) reported a net income of $97.6 million or $1.91 per diluted share for the first nine months of 2021, up from $81.3 million or $1.66 per diluted share in the same period of 2020. This $16.3 million increase is largely due to rate relief from the 2018 California General Rate Case. However, third quarter net income dropped to $62.5 million from $96.4 million year-over-year, attributed to prior GRC rate relief.
Operating revenue also decreased by 15.6% to $256.7 million. Cash dividends remain stable at $0.23 per share.
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