Member Updates & Governance Briefings

CUEA committees play a critical role in shaping the association’s direction, policies, and member services. We are currently welcoming interest from members who would like to participate in: Committee participation provides an opportunity to contribute to statewide utility coordination efforts and engage directly in strategic discussions. If you are interested in serving, please contact the…

The CUEA Finance Committee will convene to review the 2026 operating budget and discuss long-term financial alignment. Discussion topics include: Members interested in observing or learning more about Finance Committee initiatives are encouraged to contact CUEA leadership.

California Senate Bill 1001 establishes a new Water Utility Worker Identification Card Program administered by Cal OES. The legislation authorizes water utility personnel to access restricted emergency zones during disasters, supporting: Utilities should begin reviewing internal processes to ensure appropriate personnel are identified and trained in advance of program implementation. 📥 Download the Senate Bill…

CUEA’s new Member Dashboard is now live and designed to provide streamlined access to updates, training, resources, and emergency bulletins. A brief tutorial guide is now available for download to help members navigate the new platform and maximize its features. 📥 Download the Member Dashboard Guide here. If you have questions or need assistance accessing…

CUEA’s Spring Member Town Hall will be held in March 2026. This virtual session will provide updates on strategic priorities, coordination initiatives, and emerging policy developments impacting California’s utilities. Agenda highlights include: Calendar invitations and registration details will be distributed soon. We look forward to your participation.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has released the newly updated 2024 State Emergency Plan (SEP) — the first revision since 2017 — and the California Utilities Emergency Association (CUEA) is proud to be featured throughout the document as a key coordinating partner for the state’s utility sectors.