Carcar Water District History
Carcar Water District was previously managed by the Local Government Unit of then Municipality of Carcar under the name Carcar Waterworks System. On February 12, 1980, Carcar Waterworks System was turned over to CWD through SB Resolution No. 15, Series of 1980.
On May 30, 1980 CWD was created pursuant to the provisions of PD 198, as amended, and was conferred with CCC No. 117 by the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA).
Date Founded: February 12, 1980
Conditional Certificate of Conformance No. : 117
Water District Category: Category B
GOVERNMENT-OWNED CONTROLLED CORPORATION (GOCC)
A government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) created under PD 198 commonly known as the Provincial Water Utilities Act of 1973. Its purpose is to acquire, install, improve, maintain and operate water supply and distribution system for domestic, commercial, industrial, and municipal uses for residents within the boundaries of the City of Carcar, Cebu.
CWD is headed and managed by its general manager, a department manager and four division managers. The policy making authority of the water district is vested with the five-member Board of Directors, each representing the sectors on Business, Education, Civic, Professional and Women.
Unlike Local Government Units, CWD does not enjoy government subsidy or allocation. Its funds are sourced internally and on loans from LWUA and other financial institutions.
Carcar Water District Contact Information
Address: San Vicente Ferrer Street, Cogon, Carcar – Barili Rd, Carcar City, 6019 Cebu
Office Hours: Open 8am ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: (032) 487 8500