2013–2014 BIENNIAL BUDGET - the City of Tukwila

2013–2014 Biennial Budget City of Tukwila, WashingtonGoals & AccomplishmentsDEPARTMENT: Public Works DIVISION: 01/02/98FUND: Water FUND NUMBER: 401RESPONSIBLE MANAGER: Bob GibersonPOSITION: DirectorDescriptionThe mission of the Water Utility is to operate and maintain a water distribution system that will provideresidential, commercial, and industrial customers with high water quality, adequate capacity andpressure, at economical costs. The system distributes, on an annual basis, approximately 740 milliongallons of water through forty-one miles of water mains through approximately 2,100 meters. The WaterUtility maintains relationships with adjoining jurisdictions, cities, water districts, sewer districts, and theWashington State Department of Health. Additional service is provided with reclaimed water along theInterurban Avenue South Corridor.2011-2012 Accomplishments♦ With completion of the automatic meter reads - analyzed centralized radio tower for meteringsystem.♦ Monitored water use efficiency efforts and provided an annual report.♦ Achieved 10 percent water savings to meet Water Efficiency Goals established by the MunicipalWater Law.♦ Completed Water Comprehensive Plan.♦ Began design of Andover Park West/Strander Blvd New Water Main.2013 Program Goals♦ With completion of the automatic meter reads - analyze centralized radio tower for meteringsystem.♦ Monitor water use efficiency efforts and provide an annual report.♦ Adopt Water Comprehensive Plan.♦ Complete construction of Andover Park West/Strander Blvd New Water Main.2014 Program Goals♦ Monitor water use efficiency efforts and provide an annual report.♦ Achieve 10 percent water savings to meet Water Efficiency Goals established by the MunicipalWater Law.♦ Begin and complete construction of Andover Park East Watermain Replacement Project.Page 297