News Releases

SAN JOSE, Calif. , Sept. 21, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today announced that it has published its 2017-2018 Corporate Citizenship Report entitled, “Living Our Purpose.” The report highlights the utility’s efforts to enhance the quality of life for its

SAN JOSE, Calif. , Sept. 13, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) announced today that California Water Service Company ("Cal Water"), a wholly owned subsidiary of California Water Service Group , sold $300,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of First Mortgage Bonds

LOS ALTOS, Calif.— California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed a water main replacement project in its Los Altos District that will strengthen water system reliability, infrastructure resiliency, and fire protection in the area. Crews installed about 2,200 feet of new 8-inch water main on

SALINAS, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed installation of a new emergency generator on San Jacinto Drive in Salinas, bringing increased water system reliability and fire protection to area customers. The infrastructure improvement project will enable the well station to

WILLOWS, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed installation of a new SCADA system to help enhance water system reliability for customers in its Willows District. The upgrade improves Cal Water's ability to monitor different parts of the water system remotely and enables the

SAN MATEO, Calif. — As part of its commitment to sustainability, California Water Service's (Cal Water) new Bayshore District Customer and Field Operations Center in San Mateo, Calif., has earned the prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) silver certification from the U.S.

Terminates Tender Offer to Acquire Outstanding SJW Stock SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 17, 2018-- California Water Service Group (“ California Water”) (NYSE: CWT) today announced that it has withdrawn its revised proposal to acquire SJW Group (“ SJW”) (NYSE: SJW) for $70.00 per share in

CHICO, Calif. — After extensive research and consultation with historical preservation experts, California Water Service (Cal Water) announced today that it will preserve and maintain two elevated water storage tanks listed on the City of Chico's historic registry.

Represents 33.6% Premium to Closing Share Price Prior to April 4, 2018 Proposal Offers Flexibility on Transaction Structure and Board and Management Composition SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 13, 2018-- California Water Service Group (“ California Water”) (NYSE: CWT) today announced it

Commerce, Calif.— California Water Service (Cal Water) is beginning an infrastructure improvement project in its East Los Angeles District that will enhance system reliability and fire protection for Montebello residents and businesses. Crews will install approximately 1,590 feet of new 12-inch,

LUCERNE, Calif., Aug. 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NYSE: CWT) — California Water Service (Cal Water) announced today that it has set up two care stations with food staples and bottled water for Lucerne customers returning from the mandatory evacuation necessitated by the Mendocino Complex Fire.  

SAN JOSE, Calif. , Aug. 07, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service ( Cal Water ), the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT), announced today that it has entered into an Operations & Maintenance agreement with Tesoro Viejo Development, Inc.

MENLO PARK, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed an infrastructure improvement project in its Bear Gulch District that will improve system reliability for Los Trancos customers, both for everyday use and during an emergency or natural disaster.

SAN JOSE, Calif. , July 26, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today announced net income of $13.0 million or $0.27 earnings per diluted common share for the second quarter of 2018, compared to net income of $18.5 million or $0.39 earnings per diluted common share

SAN JOSE, Calif. , July 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its meeting today, the California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) Board of Directors declared the company's 294 th consecutive quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.1875 per common share.  It will be payable on August 17, 2018 to stockholders

California Water Reaffirms Its Commitment to a Combination with SJW SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 20, 2018-- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) (“California Water”) announced today it is extending the expiration time of its tender offer for shares of SJW Group (NYSE:SJW) (“SJW”)

  SALINAS, Calif. — The Downtown Salinas Rotary Club has recognized California Water Service (Cal Water) District Manager Brenda Granillo as a "Distinguished Rotarian" for her efforts in raising more than $10,000 for the Club's annual Pigs, Pinot & More fundraising event.

  MENLO PARK, Calif.—California Water Service (Cal Water) has begun an infrastructure improvement project in its Bear Gulch District that will enhance system reliability and emergency fire protection for Redwood City residents and businesses. Crews will install approximately 1,950 feet of new

GIG HARBOR, Wash. , July 06, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Washington Water Service (Washington Water), a subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT), this week filed a proposal with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission to reflect infrastructure investments made since 2014

SAN JOSE, Calif. , July 05, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT) today announced that its second quarter 2018 earnings results will be released at 9:00 a.m. ET with its teleconference to follow at 11:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 26 , 2018.     All stockholders and

SAN JOSE, Calif. , July 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its commitment to provide a reliable supply of high-quality water to the communities it serves, California Water Service ( Cal Water )—the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT)—yesterday submitted

SAN JOSE, Calif. , June 27, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today announced the election of Shelly M. Esque to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective June 27, 2018 . Prior to her retirement in 2016, Esque, 58, served as Vice President and Global Director of

Urges SJW Stockholders to Vote AGAINST Connecticut Water Transaction Using WHITE Proxy Card SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 25, 2018-- California Water Service Group (“ California Water”) (NYSE:CWT) today sent a letter to SJW Group (“SJW”) (NYSE:SJW) stockholders, along with a WHITE proxy

SAN JOSE, Calif. , June 22, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the seventh year in a row, the Bay Area News Group has named California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) one of the Top Workplaces in the Bay Area. The 2018 distinction, which was announced yesterday evening, was awarded based on input from

SALINAS, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed construction of a new water storage tank in its Salinas District that will improve water system reliability and increase water reserves for firefighters and other emergencies. The new 150,000-gallon tank is made of bolted steel, a

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Water Works Association (AWWA) honored California Water Service (Cal Water) with the 2018 Diversity Award today for the utility’s ongoing commitment to promoting and embracing diversity in business.

Agreement Extends Operations and Maintenance Service Through 2033 SAN JOSE, Calif. , June 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NYSE:CWT) The City of Commerce has renewed a lease agreement for California Water Service ( Cal Water ) to operate the City’s water system for the next 15 years.

Urges SJW to Engage and Requests Cooperation to Begin State Regulatory Review Process SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 7, 2018-- California Water Service Group (“ California Water”) (NYSE: CWT) today announced that it has commenced a tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of SJW

Decision Follows Concerns Voiced by San Jose Mayor 85% of SJW’s Service Area Voters Recently Polled Believe the Connecticut Water Merger Should Be Reviewed by CPUC SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 6, 2018-- California Water Service Group (“ California Water”) (NYSE:CWT) today commended the

Reiterates Commitment to All-Cash $68.25 Per Share Proposal for SJW Urges SJW Stockholders to Vote AGAINST the Connecticut Water Transaction Using the WHITE Proxy Card SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 31, 2018-- California Water Service Group (“ California Water”) (NYSE:CWT) today announced

SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 31, 2018-- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today issued the following statement in response to Connecticut Water Service , Inc.’s (NASDAQ: CTWS) amendment to its pending merger agreement with SJW Group (NYSE: SJW): “Connecticut Water announced this

Filing Reflects Regulated Utility’s Actual Cost of Service SAN JOSE, Calif., May 30, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NYSE:CWT) — California Water Service (Cal Water) submitted a filing with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) yesterday to decrease revenue needed in its service areas by

STOCKTON, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) employee Curtis Reynolds was named the Safety Employee of the Year yesterday by the Central California Safety Council. Reynolds, who has been with Cal Water for 34 years, currently serves as Foreman for Flushing and Valve Maintenance in the

SELMA, Calif. — California Water Service's (Cal Water) Selma District held a Water Awareness Festival at Lincoln Park Plaza on Wednesday, where more than 300 residents came to learn about their water system and enjoy time with their fellow community members.

LOS ALTOS, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed the replacement of more than 6,500 feet of aging water mains on Arboleda Drive, between Springer Road and Campbell Avenue, in Los Altos, Calif., to improve water system reliability and fire protection for the local community.

SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 11, 2018-- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today issued the following statement in response to a stockholder letter that the Board of Directors of SJW Group (NYSE:SJW) made public today. “It’s unfortunate that SJW’s Board of Directors is continuing

GIG HARBOR, Wash., May 10, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water Quality Manager Carol Schlender of Washington Water Service (Washington Water) was presented with the Drinking Water Week Commitment to Excellence award by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) in a ceremony yesterday.

VISALIA, Calif. — In honor of Water Awareness Month, Cal Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of treatment plants that eliminate TCP in the drinking water delivered to its Visalia District customers. Visalia Mayor Warren Gubler, Councilmembers Phil Cox and Bob Link,

SAN JOSE, Calif. , May 07, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Students pursuing higher education and residing in areas served by California Water Service Group (Group) (NYSE:CWT) subsidiaries may now apply for scholarships through the company’s annual College Scholarship Program.

SAN JOSE, Calif. , May 01, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service ( Cal Water ) marked National Military Appreciation Month by reaffirming its commitment to doing business with disabled veterans through its supplier diversity program.  Cal Water procured $6.6 million in goods and

Reaffirms Commitment to its All-Cash Proposal to Combine with SJW Group SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 2, 2018-- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today announced it has filed preliminary proxy materials with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to urge stockholders of SJW

SALINAS, Calif. — As Californians begin to observe Water Awareness Month, local water utility California Water Service (Cal Water) and the City of Salinas are encouraging residents and businesses to keep up the excellent conservation habits they practiced during and since the recent historic

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.—California Water Service (Cal Water) completed two important water infrastructure projects in Bakersfield this spring that improves water supply reliability for existing and future customers plus fire protection for first responders.

SAN JOSE, Calif. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 26, 2018-- California Water Service Group (Company) (NYSE: CWT) today announced a net loss of $2.5 million or $0.05 net loss per diluted common share for the first quarter of 2018, compared to net income of $1.1 million or $0.02 earnings per diluted common

Proposal exceeds SJW’s all-time high closing price and represents 20% current premium Combination would create a larger and stronger California -based utility, providing substantial benefits for customers, employees, and local communities California Water’s proposal delivers superior value to SJW

MARYSVILLE, Calif.— California Water Service (Cal Water) will begin a main replacement project this month in coordination with the City of Marysville as part of an extensive water system upgrade that will improve water system reliability and infrastructure resiliency.

SAN JOSE, Calif. , April 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its meeting today, the California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) Board of Directors declared the company's 293rd consecutive quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.1875 per common share.  It will be payable on May 18, 2018 , to stockholders

WILLOWS, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has named Evan Markey as the permanent Local Manager for the utility's Willows District. Markey, who has served as Willows' Interim Local Manager since May 2017, has been with Cal Water for 10 years and has extensive hands-on knowledge of water

Torrance, Calif.— California Water Service (Cal Water) will begin a water infrastructure improvement project this month in Redondo Beach, part of the utility's Rancho Dominguez District, that will improve water supply reliability and fire protection in the area.

District Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Community Partners MENLO PARK, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to commemorate the completion of an important, long-planned fish ladder passage through its watershed.

SELMA, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week to commemorate the completion of a treatment plant that eliminates TCP in the drinking water delivered to its Selma District customers. Selma Councilmembers Scott Robertson, Louis Franco, Michael Derr, and

COMMERCE, Calif.— California Water Service (Cal Water) has selected James (Jim) Crawford to serve as the District Manager for the utility's East Los Angeles District. Crawford, who has served as the Interim District Manager since August 16, 2017, has been with Cal Water since 1996 and has extensive

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 05, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today announced that its first quarter 2018 earnings results will be released at 9:00 a.m. ET with its teleconference to follow at 11:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, April 26, 2018.  All stockholders and

WILLOWS, Calif., March 27, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NYSE: CWT) Mike Buckley’s fifth-grade students at Murdock Elementary (Willows, Calif.) learned today that they won the 2018 Cal Water H 2 O Challenge grand prize for their efforts to protect drinking water at school and throughout the community.

SELMA, Calif.—The Selma Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) presented California Water Service (Cal Water) with the Distinguished Service to the Community Award for the utility's ongoing commitment at the Chamber's annual banquet last night. The Chamber's Distinguished Service to the Community Award

Students learned and taught others to preserve the local watershed in their winning entry BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Students at San Lauren Elementary in Bakersfield, Calif., along with teacher Julie Moore, took second place in the 2018 Cal Water H 2 O Challenge for their work to protect the local

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 22, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the California Public Utilities Commission adopted a revised proposed decision in the cost of capital proceeding for California Water Service (Cal Water) and three other water utilities for the years 2018-2020, establishing for Cal Water a

Students researched and built water filtration systems to conserve water for their winning entry CHICO, Calif. — Students at Sierra View Elementary in Chico, Calif., along with teacher Emily Akimoto, took third place in the 2018 Cal Water H 2 O Challenge for their efforts to filter and reuse

Students researched and taught others about the benefits of xeriscape gardening as a means of water conservation in their winning entry MENLO PARK, Calif. – Students at Oak Knoll Elementary in Menlo Park, Calif., along with teacher Caryl Brewbaker, took fourth place in the 2018 Cal Water H 2 O

STOCKTON, Calif. — About 100 family members, friends, elected officials, colleagues, and community members joined together on March 15, 2018, to dedicate the California Water Service (Cal Water) Stockton Customer Center to the memory of longtime Stockton resident, businessman, and community leader

SALINAS, Calif. — As part of its dedication to improving the quality of life in the communities it serves, California Water Service (Cal Water) doubled its annual commitment to the Food Bank for Monterey County (Food Bank) yesterday to help fund the charity's new warehouse and food distribution

Torrance, Calif.—California Water Service (Cal Water) is beginning a water system improvement project on the Palos Verdes Peninsula to improve water supply reliability and fire protection locally. Crews will install 2,430 feet of new 6-inch water main from 26974 to 27295 Eastvale Road during the

SAN MATEO, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed construction of a new water storage tank in the Bayshore District on 28th Avenue, between 31st Avenue and Sunset Terrace in San Mateo. Construction on the tank began in December 2015.

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed installation of a new water main along Hillside Boulevard, Hemlock Avenue, and Larch Avenue in South San Francisco. The new main will improve water system reliability in the area and increase fire protection.

SALINAS, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has completed a water main replacement project along Harding Street and Harding Circle in Salinas, Calif. This important water infrastructure improvement project will increase system reliability and fire protection in the area.

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 01, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (Company) (NYSE:CWT) today announced net income of $67.2 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.40 for 2017, compared to net income of $48.7 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.01 in 2016.

GUERNEVILLE, Calif. — California Water Service's (Cal Water) Redwood Valley District has completed a water infrastructure improvement project in Duncans Mills, Calif., that will increase fire protection and improve the overall reliability of the water system for local customers.

LIVERMORE, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has begun a water system improvement project in Livermore, which involves the installation of new water main, mostly on 7th Street from South K to South J Streets. Once completed, the new main will improve water service reliability throughout

SAN MATEO, Calif. — California Water Service's (Cal Water) Bayshore District has completed a major infrastructure improvement project in San Carlos that improves water supply reliability and water pressure for local customers. The pump station renovation included installation of three new pumps and

MARYSVILLE, Calif.— California Water Service (Cal Water) will begin a main installation project this week in its Marysville District, which will improve water service and infrastructure reliability near the River Front Park area. Almost 1,300 feet of new water mains will be installed on Pine Street

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) today announced that its fourth quarter and year-end 2017 earnings results will be released at 9:00 a.m. ET with its teleconference to follow at 11:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, March 1, 2018.         All

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 31, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its meeting today, the California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) Board of Directors declared the company's 292 nd consecutive quarterly dividend, increasing the annual dividend from $0.72 to $0.75.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.— California Water Service's (Cal Water) Bakersfield District has begun construction of a new water well in the southern portion of our service area, which will provide customers with an additional two million gallons of water per day and strengthen firefighting capabilities.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service (Cal Water), the largest subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT), announced today that construction of treatment facilities was completed so that water provided in all of its service areas impacted by

  SAN MATEO, Calif. — California Water Service's (Cal Water) Bayshore District has completed construction of a groundwater treatment plant in South San Francisco, which will ensure the local water supply continues to meet all federal and state water quality standards.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 09, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- California Water Service Group (Group) (NYSE:CWT) reaffirmed its commitment to improving quality of life in its communities by donating $832,000 to more than 320 local community organizations in 2017.

  STOCKTON, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has begun a major main installation project that will improve water supply reliability and ensure that water is pumped evenly throughout the system to customers in south Stockton. This month, Cal Water began installing approximately 5,360

  WAIKOLOA, Hawaii, Jan. 05, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawaii Water Service (Hawaii Water), a subsidiary of California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT), filed a General Rate Case with the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (HPUC) seeking recovery of capital investments in its Waikoloa Village and

  ​ Pete Bonacich Retiring as District Manager After 36 Years of Service;Barber to Lead Both Chico and Oroville Districts CHICO, Calif. — California Water Service (Cal Water) has selected its Oroville Manager George Barber to also lead the utility's Chico District, effective this month.