President Cathy Green and Vice President Ernie Avila Address ACWA Members by Cathy Green and Ernie Avila Aug 22, 2025 Voices on Water Dear ACWA Members: It is with great pleasure that we announce our 13th annual Membership Appreciation Month. Your continued support and active participation are the foundation of ACWA and help us maintain our status as California’s leading voice on water issues. We express our gratitude for your sustained commitment and invaluable contributions to our community. With your support and hard work, ACWA is a powerful force for real change at the Capitol. Your dedication of time and effort has been instrumental in shaping impactful state and federal legislation and regulatory initiatives. We deeply appreciate your valuable contributions through ACWA committees, regional boards, and other leadership roles within the organization. Thank you for your continued passion and engagement. As an ACWA member, you have exclusive access to a suite of benefits, including timely resources such as legislative and regulatory alerts and advisories, customizable toolkits that help you communicate to the communities you serve, and discounts on events. Membership also offers opportunities for professional development and networking platforms, including our biannual statewide conferences, the annual Washington, D.C. conference, the Legislative Symposium, regional events, webinars and more. Leadership roles through volunteer service on regional boards, ACWA committees, task forces and workgroups enable you to influence association direction and enhance your professional expertise. Throughout the month of August, we invite you to participate in virtual activities and initiatives in recognition of your contributions. Stay connected via our social media channels for opportunities to win prizes and to stay updated on how to maximize your membership. Thank you! We deeply value your partnership and continued membership!