Cooperation Between The Tri-Valley Water Providers

By Scott Hayes

Identify opportunities for resource sharing and cost control which are mutually beneficial for DSRSD and the greater Tri-Valley.

I see opportunity to unlock value for DSRSD customers through strategic cooperation and integration of the Tri-Valley water agencies. This process should start through pooling of resources for cost savings and standardization across agencies. Things that can be done now include leveraging pooled purchasing power, shared maintenance facilities, group contracts for vendors, and joint training exercises. Ultimately, I envision the creation of a single, vertically integrated agency that leverages economies of scale and strategic resource allocation to provide drinking water, waste water, recycled water, and storm water to all Tri-Valley residents at a lower cost and higher quality than we have today.