Pleasanton, Calif. – On Saturday, March 1, the City hosted an informative open house where residents learned about the City’s water system, upcoming improvement projects, and the many programs and services offered to the community.
The event, which attracted more than 200 residents, was held at the Veteran’s Memorial Building in Downtown Pleasanton and featured several exhibits on a variety of topics, including where their water comes from, short- and long-term projects, and regional groundwater projects and programs. The Zone 7 Water Agency was also in attendance to share information about the joint groundwater wells study in partnership with the City, as well as details on the local groundwater supply and treatment efforts.
“This event was a first for our city, and it was encouraging to see so many of our residents engaging in discussions about the current and future health of our water system,” said Jack Balch, Mayor of Pleasanton. “As we face important decisions in the coming months regarding our water system, we’re committed to an approach focused on listening while addressing the needs and priorities of our community.”
Since 2023, the City has taken a systematic approach to planning the future of its water system and addressing the many challenges facing water providers across the state, including new water safety and quality requirements, regulatory mandates, rising construction costs, and aging infrastructure. As the City’s system ages, such efforts are becoming increasingly important.
The Open House was part of the City’s ongoing efforts to educate the community about its latest efforts related to the City’s water system. In January 2025, the City Council approved the City’s first Water System Management Plan (WSMP). This plan is a comprehensive long-term planning document outlining the City’s water system assets, near-, mid-, and long-term capital needs, and operations and maintenance requirements over the next 20 years. The plan serves as the foundation for the City’s efforts to move forward responsibly in a financially and strategically sound manner.
Looking ahead, the City is completing a Water Enterprise Financial Analysis, which will be presented to the City Council on Tuesday, March 4. This plan will identify funding scenarios to establish a financial framework for how the City will prioritize and fund critical water infrastructure projects. The WSMP and the financial analysis will inform the City’s proposed Water Rate study, which will occur this spring.
“I can’t underscore enough our commitment to a rate structure that addresses the critical needs of our water system as we balance the increasing demands of our aging system, new regulations, and the rising costs for services,” said Gerry Beaudin, Pleasanton City Manager.
For more information about the City of Pleasanton’s water quality, supply, projects, and conservation, visit www.PleasantonWater.com.