On Tuesday, August 19th, Director Brett R. Barbre hosted an infrastructure tour highlighting the District’s most critical infrastructure and giving attendees insight into how YLWD provides safe and reliable drinking water to the community.
In 2024, YLWD conducted over 23,000 analyses and is proud to report that our water system has always complied with state and federal drinking water regulations and water quality standards. In some cases, we go beyond what is required by providing additional monitoring for contaminants that may have health risks.
On Tuesday, June 17th, Board Member Trudi DesRoches, alongside General Manager Mark Toy, hosted an infrastructure tour, where participants were able to get a behind-the-scenes look at numerous YLWD facilities.
YLWD is requesting proposals to provide Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) for On-Call Land Surveying Services and On-Call Geotechnical Observation & Material Testing Services. Both contracts are on an as-needed basis for various water and wastewater projects and tasks in compliance with the District’s policies and standards.
YLWD has been awarded the “District of Distinction” accreditation by the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) for its exemplary fiscal management policies and practices in district operations. This is the fifth time YLWD has received this outstanding honor.
YLWD welcomed members of the consul delegate from Taiwan and Paraguay on Monday, June 9th. During the guests gained insight into where our water comes from, how we use ion exchange technology to treat PFAS from our local groundwater, and learned about critical infrastructure such as our Heli-Hydrants to help protect our community in the event of a wildfire.
On May 28, 2025, YLWD received the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence by the Special District Leadership Foundation in recognition of its outstanding efforts to promote transparency and good governance.
“This award is a testament to the District’s commitment to open and transparent government,” said Mark Toy, General Manager.
Each year, water agencies across the state of California celebrate May as Water Awareness Month. To celebrate, the District hosted an informative infrastructure tour led by Board Director Trudi DesRoches on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. This event provided customers and members of our community with a behind-the-scenes look at YLWD’s state-of-the-art facilities, highlighting the District’s commitment to providing high-quality, reliable water and sewer services.
On Monday, May 12, firefighters battled the Sapphire Fire at Chino Hills State Park. The fire was first reported at 2:49 PM in the 4700 block of Sapphire Road within Chino Hills State Park. Early assessments estimated the fire at 1–2 acres with a slow rate of spread.
To address widespread concerns and provide assistance to our community, YLWD, OCFA, and the City of Yorba Linda released a downloadable joint letter that emphasizes our proactive measures in mitigating wildfire risk through fire protection strategies and innovative water infrastructure. As essential public service providers for the residents of the City of Yorba Linda, we recognize the crucial role that both fire safety and reliable water supply play in safeguarding life, property, and the environment.