YLWD Secures New Authority of $6.5 Million for Water Infrastructure Projects by Yorba Linda Water District Jan 29, 2025 Member Submitted News The Yorba Linda Water District (YLWD/District) is pleased to announce that it has received a significant boost for its water infrastructure initiatives with the authorization of $6.5 million through the Water Resources Development Act of 2024. This critical bill, S.4367, also known as the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 was officially signed into law by President Joe Biden on January 4, 2025. The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is a comprehensive water infrastructure bill designed to authorize studies and projects that invest in ports, harbors and inland waterways, to enhance communities’ resilience to flooding and climate change, and to restore the natural environment, that are carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps). These projects originate at the local level and go through a rigorous vetting process before they may be authorized for funding through WRDA. Notably, YLWD is the only water district in Orange County to receive such funding authorization. The $6.5 million WRDA authorization supports the construction of crucial water and water supply infrastructure and enables the District to advance important projects, ensuring reliable water service for customers both now and in the future. The successful authorization was championed by Representative Young Kim, who sponsored the WRDA authorization. The Water Resources Development Act received strong bipartisan support from the YLWD congressional delegation, with support from Representative Young Kim, Senator Alex Padilla, and Senator Adam Schiff. “This funding represents a significant step forward in our commitment to providing high-quality, reliable water services to our community,” stated YLWD Board President, Thomas Lindsey. YLWD General Manager, Mark Toy added, “We are grateful for the support of our elected officials and look forward to utilizing these resources to enhance our water infrastructure.” For more information about the Yorba Linda Water District and our proactive efforts in enhancing our water infrastructure, please visit our website at www.ylwd.com or call 714-701-3000.
