For Immediate ReleaseContact: Shelley Cartwright(559) 244-1533 Westlands Water District NamesJose Gutierrez as Interim General Manager Fresno, CA — (December 20, 2022) Today, the Westlands Water District (District) Board of Directors named Jose Gutierrez as the District’s Interim General Manager starting January 1, 2023. Mr. Gutierrez has been with the District […]
Press Release (12-5-2022)
For Immediate ReleaseContact: Elizabeth Jonasson(559) 241-6233 New Board President and New Board Members Fresno, California – Today, the Westlands Water District Board of Directors appointed Jeff Fortune as president of the District. Mr. Fortune succeeds Ryan Ferguson. Mr. Fortune is a third generation California farmer and second generation Westlands farmer. He […]
Press Release (11-23-2022)
For Immediate ReleaseContact: Shelley Cartwright(559) 244-1533 Westlands Water District General Manager, Thomas Birmingham, Announces Retirement Fresno, November 23, 2022 – Today, Thomas W. Birmingham announced his plans to retire from Westlands Water District on December 31, 2022. The District is grateful for Mr. Birmingham’s unwavering dedication to the District and his many […]
Press Release (11-23-2022)
For Immediate ReleaseContact: Shelley Cartwright(559) 244-1533 Announcement of General Manager’s Retirement Statement from General Manager Thomas W. Birmingham Fresno, November 23, 2022 – Today, Thomas W. Birmingham, General Manager of Westlands Water District, made the following statement: “I will retire as an employee of Westlands Water District on December 31, 2022. It has […]
Press Release (9-8-2022)
Westlands Water District Celebrates 70th Anniversary Fresno, September 8, 2022 – Today marks the 70th anniversary of the formation of the Westlands Water District. Over the last 70 years, through hard work, innovative technology, and a commitment to continuous improvements, the District and its farmers have weathered droughts, unpredictable climate, […]