Public Disclosure of Investigation
The Fair Oaks Water District (FOWD) completes an audit of it's finances every year. While performing this routine financial management task regarding financial transactions for the calendar year ending December 31, 2007, abnormal activity relative to revenue management was discovered. Initial research into this situation resulted in questions about revenues generated on specific days. Upon further research into the situation, unusual patterns regarding revenue deposits by the District were discovered and an independent investigation was completed by the Fair Oaks Water District.
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Department has been contacted and has initiated an investigation. The current FOWD Board of Directors and management team have initiated these investigations and are cooperating to the fullest possible extent. In addition, the attached letter has been sent to every FOWD ratepayer.
San Juan Water District Proposes Increasing Rates
The San Juan Water District (SJWD) is proposing significant increases in rates over the next five years for the purchase of treated surface water. The Fair Oaks Water District (District) currently purchases treated surface water from SJWD and delivers the water to approximately 14,000 residential and non-residential service connections through 180 miles of pipe.
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Fair Oaks Water District Raises Over $4,000 during 
Relay for Life
On June 2-3, 2007, FOWD and Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District teamed-up to participate in the Fifth Annual American Cancer Society's "Relay for LIfe." The event is a 24-hour community race for those dedicated to finding a cure for cancer and was held at Bella Vista High School in Fair Oaks.
