Currently serving as the Deputy Director of Wastewater for the City of San Luis Obispo, on the central coast of California. Our wastewater division includes Environmental Programs (Stormwater and Pretreatment), a Wastewater Collections team, an ELAP certified Water Quality Lab, Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF), and Solid Waste & Recycling program. I am an experienced WRRF plant manager with a passion for efficient and environmentally responsible operations that are responsive to the needs of the community. Like many other agencies in California, San Luis Obispo has made long-term commitments to enhancing water quality and availability as we plan for supply pressures brought on by climate impacts and growth. I believe that we can accomplish great things through hard work, discipline, partnership, and fostering a professional environment that supports innovative thinking. My passion for water is supplemented by a strong work ethic gained from six years of service in the US Navy. I am a CWEA contributor, and frequently participate in local, state and national initiatives to further industry research and knowledge.