Sean Quinn
Fairfield City Manager
I am pleased to report that Phase II of the $67 million Waterman Water Treatment Plant Expansion and Modernization project is now 70 percent complete. This is the largest capital improvement project the city has undertaken since construction of another water project, the North Bay Regional Water Treatment Plant, in 1988-1990.
The Waterman Treatment Plant project will expand water plant capacity from 16 to 30 million gallons per day, while at the same time thoroughly modernizing the 1975-vintage plant. Remarkably, the plant has continued to operate with minimal shutdowns throughout the process. The project is on budget and on schedule for completion in September 2009. Planning for adequate water supplies and water treatment capacity has been a strong focus in Fairfield for decades. Our businesses and residents truly benefit from the quality of water provided by the city.
Recently, Governor Schwarzenegger declared a statewide drought for the State of California. Fortunately, the City of Fairfield has a large water supply for businesses and residents due to water rights to Lake Berryessa and other multiple sources. However, it is important for all businesses and residents to conserve water for the future. The city will continue to promote water conservation policies for all customers. For specific conservation tips, please reference the city’s Web site at: www.ci.fairfield.ca.us or contact Andy Walker at 428-7487.
