YLWD Receives Transparency Certificate of Excellence Award by Yorba Linda Water District Jun 3, 2025 Member Submitted News Yorba Linda, CA – On May 28, 2025, Yorba Linda Water District (YLWD/District) received the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence by the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) in recognition of its outstanding efforts to promote transparency and good governance. To receive the award, YLWD demonstrated the completion of essential governance transparency requirements, including conducting ethics training for all board members, properly conducting open and public meetings, and filing financial transactions and compensation reports to the State Controller in a timely manner. “This award is a testament to the District’s commitment to open and transparent government,” said Mark Toy, YLWD General Manager. “Our District demonstrates integrity every day by practicing the highest ethical standards by ensuring that our actions reflect our words.” SDLF is an independent, non-profit organization formed to promote good governance and best practices among California’s special districts through certification, accreditation, and other recognition programs. Special districts, such as YLWD, are independent public agencies that deliver core local services to communities, including utilities, wastewater treatment, fire protection, parks and recreation, healthcare, sanitation, mosquito abatement, ports, libraries, public cemeteries, and more. Districts are established by voters, and their funding is approved by voters to meet specific needs through focused service. They can be specially molded to serve large regions or small neighborhoods depending on the need. For more information about the District’s dedication to transparency, visit our website at https://www.ylwd.com/about/transparency/ or call 714-701-3000. ### A “District of Distinction” for its commitment to good governance, ethics, and sound operating practices, Yorba Linda Water District serves the residents of Yorba Linda and portions of Placentia, Brea, Anaheim, and unincorporated areas of Orange County. Governed by a five-member publicly elected Board of Directors, YLWD’s mission is to provide reliable water and sewer services and protect public health and the environment while maintaining financial integrity and superior public service. It accomplishes this by embracing proven technologies, improving customer satisfaction, providing efficient and responsive operations, and ensuring reliable infrastructure.
