Membership

When you acquire property within the Camano Water Association (CWA) service area, you must complete the CWA Application for Membership to continue receiving water service. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Complete the Application:
   Click the link to open the CWA Application for Membership (PDF). Print it, fill it out, and then mail it along with a check for the membership fee, as outlined in the current Fee Schedule.
2. Membership is Parcel-Specific:
   Membership is tied to the property, not the individual or organization, and is not transferable. The membership number remains attached to the specific parcel of land.
3. For New Property Owners or Sales without Existing Membership:
   If the property has no existing CWA membership, or if you’re a new property owner, you must complete the application and pay the membership fee as per the current Fee Schedule to enable water service.
4. For Property Transfers:
   When ownership of a property with an existing CWA membership changes hands, a Transfer Title Fee and a County Filing Fee are charged at the time of escrow closing, based on the current Fee Schedule.
5. Payment Methods:
   Membership fees must be paid in cash or check. Payment must be received and funds validated before water service is activated.
6. Special Case – Garrison Properties:
   For properties sold under a special agreement between CWA and Garrison (the previous water company owner), a New Membership Fee is required instead of the Transfer Title Fee. A limited number of memberships are guaranteed for Garrison properties.
7. Waiting List:
   If no memberships are available at the time of your application, you will be placed on a waiting list until one becomes available.

For more detailed information, please refer to the CWA Membership Policies. The purpose of the CWA membership policy is to outline the establishment of memberships in the
Camano Water Association.

The Camano Water Association (“CWA”) is established to provide exclusive Water Service for all real property located within the geographic area served by CWA. Membership in CWA conveys the rights, and imposes the duties and obligations, associated with Water Service in accordance with the CWA Articles of Incorporation, these Bylaws, and the rules and regulations of CWA.

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