Every 8-K that York Water Co (YORW) has filed with the SEC in the last 24 months is listed below, newest first, and each one links through to the document itself with the summary and the scores our analysis gives it.
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York Water Company (YORW) appointed Jennifer E. Doran as Vice President of Human Resources, effective October 27, 2026. Doran previously served as Vice President of People and Culture at The Anstadt Company from 2016 to the present and held other positions there from 1999 to 2016.
As an officer, Doran will be eligible for a supplemental retirement agreement and a change in control agreement with terms similar to those for other Named Executive Officers, except the President and CEO. The company also stated that no arrangements with another person led to her selection and that no transactions involving her required disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
YORK WATER CO (YORW) reported a governance change as its Board of Directors appointed David M. Velazquez as a new independent director, effective September 1, 2026. The appointment was approved at the Board’s regularly scheduled meeting on August 17, 2026.
Velazquez previously served as President and Chief Executive Officer of PECO Energy, and earlier as Executive Vice President, Utility Operations and Technology for Exelon Corporation and President and Chief Executive Officer of Pepco Holdings, LLC. He brings more than 40 years of energy and utility industry experience, including work in executive leadership, operations, technology, cybersecurity, regulatory affairs and strategic planning.
He was appointed to a class of directors whose terms expire at the 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and will also serve on the Board’s Executive Committee. The company states there is no arrangement or understanding with any other person regarding his appointment and no related-party transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
The York Water Company reported increased revenues and earnings for the second quarter and first six months of 2026. Second quarter operating revenues were $23,515,000, up $4,316,000 from 2025, and net income was $7,615,000, up $2,563,000, with basic and diluted earnings per share of $0.49, an increase of $0.14. Revenue growth was driven mainly by a rate increase effective March 1, 2026 and customer growth, partially offset by a reset to zero of the Distribution System Improvement Charge and higher operating, maintenance, depreciation and tax expenses.
For the first six months of 2026, operating revenues were $43,589,000, up $5,934,000, and net income was $12,429,000, up $3,739,000, with earnings per share of $0.82, an increase of $0.22. The company invested $21.1 million in capital projects and $470,000 to acquire two wastewater systems, and plans an additional $26.8 million of 2026 investment, excluding acquisitions, along with dividends declared per share of $0.2280 for the quarter and $0.4560 for the six‑month period.
The York Water Company reported higher earnings for the first quarter of 2026. Operating revenues were $20,074,000, up from $18,456,000 a year earlier, and net income rose to $4,814,000 from $3,638,000. Basic and diluted earnings per share increased to $0.33 from $0.25, supported by rate increases effective March 1, 2026, and growth in the customer base.
Revenue growth and lower income taxes, helped by IRS tangible property regulations, were partly offset by higher operating, maintenance, depreciation, and interest expenses. The company invested $9.8 million in capital projects during the quarter and $470,000 to acquire two wastewater systems, and it estimates another $38.1 million of 2026 investment, excluding acquisitions, to upgrade infrastructure and systems.
The York Water Company reported results of its annual shareholder meeting held on May 4, 2026 in York, Pennsylvania. Shareholders elected directors Joseph T. Hand, Erin C. McGlaughlin, and Laura T. Wand, each receiving over 8.9 million votes in favor, with additional broker non-votes recorded.
Shareholders also approved the appointment of Baker Tilly US, LLP as independent accountants, with 11.3 million shares voting for and relatively few shares against or abstaining. In a non-binding advisory vote, shareholders approved the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, with 8.8 million shares in favor versus about 0.6 million against and 2.4 million broker non-votes.
The York Water Company closed its previously announced common stock offering, including the underwriters’ full option to buy 228,261 additional shares, bringing the total offering to 1,749,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, shares at $28.50 per share. After underwriting discounts and expenses, York Water received approximately $47.7 million in net proceeds. The company plans to use the funds for general corporate purposes such as its capital investment program, paying down debt, and potential acquisitions.
The York Water Company completed a public common stock offering, issuing 1,521,739 shares at $28.50 per share. After underwriting discounts, commissions and expenses, the Company received approximately $41.4 million in net proceeds.
York Water plans to use the cash for general corporate purposes, including its capital investment program, repayment of outstanding indebtedness, and potential acquisitions. The deal was structured under an Underwriting Agreement with Huntington Securities, Inc., which also includes a 30-day option for the underwriter to buy up to an additional 228,261 shares on the same terms.
The York Water Company is raising equity through a newly priced public stock offering. The company is offering 1,521,739 shares of common stock at $28.50 per share, for expected gross proceeds of approximately $43 million before underwriting costs.
Underwriters have a 30-day option to buy up to 228,261 additional shares at the same public price, less discounts and commissions. York Water plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including its capital investment program, repaying outstanding debt, and potential acquisitions. The deal is being conducted as an underwritten offering under an effective Form S-3 shelf registration.
The York Water Company is launching a proposed public offering of its common stock, with all shares to be sold by the company. The deal includes a 30-day option for underwriters to purchase additional shares.
York Water plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including its capital investment program, repayment of outstanding debt, and potential acquisitions. The transaction will be made under an effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3, using a prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus, and remains subject to market conditions and customary closing requirements.
The York Water Company reported that Ashley M. Grimm, Esq. has resigned from her role as Vice President of Human Resources and Secretary. Her resignation, dated April 10, 2026, will be effective May 14, 2026, and is stated not to result from any disagreement with the company’s policies, operations, or practices.
The York Water Company reported its 2025 annual and fourth quarter results. Full-year operating revenues were $77,488,000, up $2,529,000 from 2024, while net income was $20,058,000, down $267,000. Earnings per share were $1.39, a decrease of $0.03.
Revenue growth came mainly from customer growth and the Distribution System Improvement Charge, but higher operating costs, depreciation, interest expense, and lower AFUDC more than offset these benefits. In 2025 the company invested $48.7 million in capital projects and plans approximately $48 million of additional investments in each of 2026 and 2027.
The York Water Company reported that the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a joint settlement to revise its water and wastewater base rates. The decision supports a planned $145 million investment in water and wastewater service and related infrastructure.
The new rates are expected to increase annual combined water and wastewater revenue by about $18.85 million. A typical residential customer will pay an additional $8.51 per month for water and $25.45 per month for wastewater, while the average cost of 1,000 gallons of water remains slightly more than one cent.
The rate package also doubles funding for low-income customer assistance programs across Adams, Franklin, Lancaster, and York Counties. Customers will see the new rates on bills beginning March 1, 2026, and the company continues to serve over 212,000 people in 58 municipalities.
The York Water Company reported that long-serving director George W. Hodges retired from its Board of Directors on February 9, 2026 under the company’s retirement policy. He had served on the board for over 25 years since June 2000 and was Chair of the Board from 2011 to 2021 and again from 2023 to 2025. At the time of his retirement, he was a member of the Executive Committee. The company stated that Mr. Hodges will hold the honorary title of Director Emeritus, recognizing his extended service and leadership.
The York Water Company announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share, representing a 4% increase. The dividend will be paid on January 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025.
This marks York Water’s 620th consecutive dividend and its 29th consecutive year of dividend increases. The company, described as the oldest publicly traded company in the nation, states it has never missed a dividend in over 209 years, which is believed to be the longest record of consecutive dividends in America.
The York Water Company furnished a press release announcing its third quarter and first nine months 2025 financial results. The release is included as Exhibit 99.1.
The company stated the material is furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor incorporated into Securities Act filings unless expressly referenced.
The York Water Company announced a Board change. On October 29, 2025, Michael W. Gang, Esq. retired from the Board pursuant to the company’s retirement policy. He had served as a director for 29 years, beginning in January 1996. At the time of his retirement, he was a member of the Executive Committee. He will be designated as a Director Emeritus.
The York Water Company reported a leadership change, naming Matthew J. Scarpato as its new Chief Operating Officer effective October 1, 2025. Scarpato has served as the company’s Vice President of Operations since July 5, 2023, giving him recent, direct experience with York Water’s day-to-day operations.
Before joining York Water, he held senior finance and operations roles at Homestead Village Enhanced Senior Living in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and at the York Jewish Community Center. As a current officer, he will continue under the compensation and benefit arrangements previously outlined in the company’s March 21, 2025 proxy statement. The company states there are no special arrangements behind his selection and no related-party transactions involving him that require disclosure.
The York Water Company reported that its Board of Directors appointed William T. Yanavitch II as a new independent director, effective September 1, 2025. He was appointed to a class of directors whose terms expire at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, and he will also serve on the Board’s Executive Committee.
Mr. Yanavitch owns Yanavitch & Associates, LLC, a human resources consulting firm, and retired in December 2024 as Chief Human Resources Officer of Kinsley Enterprises. He also serves as a director at several private companies and chairs the Compensation Committee on the Advisory Board for New Standard Corporation. The company states there is no arrangement or understanding with any other person regarding his appointment and no transactions with him requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
The York Water Company furnished an update on its financial performance by submitting a press release that reports its second quarter and first six months 2025 results. The company provided this press release as an exhibit to a current report, allowing investors to review the detailed figures and discussion of its recent operating performance.
The press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference for informational purposes, but this report and the exhibit are not treated as filed for liability purposes under certain securities laws.