Calaveras County Water District (CCWD) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence by the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF).

This recognition highlights CCWD’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance in service to the community.

To achieve this recognition, CCWD completed all required steps, demonstrating a strong commitment to open and responsible operations. The process included:

• Completing current ethics training for all board members.
• Conducting harassment prevention training.
• Maintaining compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.
• Adopting updated policies for Public Records Act.
• Filing timely Financial Transactions and Compensation Reports with the State Controller.
• Conducting regular independent audits, making audit results and management letters publicly available.
• Maintaining a comprehensive and accessible district website with required documents and information.
• Implementing policies regarding conflict of interest, ethics and conduct, financial reserves, and records retention.
• Engaging in best practices and public outreach efforts.

By successfully meeting these standards, CCWD has earned a three-year certification, reaffirming its commitment to transparency and responsible governance.

About SDLF

The Special District Leadership Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports good governance and best practices among California’s special districts through programs such as the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence.

Special districts like CCWD, are public agencies created by voters to meet specific community needs, delivering essential services such as water, wastewater management, fire protection, parks, and public health programs.

This recognition reflects CCWD’s ongoing dedication to transparent operations, responsible service, and community-centered governance.

Thank you to our dedicated team and to the community we are honored to serve.