Key Value Statements
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
KEY VALUE STATEMENTS

1. Provide the highest level of customer service to our community

  • Promote prompt, courteous and exceptional customer service
  • Promote community involvement
  • Development of a two way community information/communication program
  • Always keep the public informed

2. Establish fair and equitable rates

  • Exercise responsible financial management
  • Fair and equitable distribution of costs over ratepayer base
  • Invest and use public funds wisely and prudently
  • Promote and maintain an efficient internal organization

3. Provide the highest quality of water and wastewater services

  • Responsible planning of resources, manpower and funding to meet future needs
  • Development of an ongoing infrastructure repair and replacement program
  • Insure efficient operations via continuous training and education programs
  • Promote prudent investment of time, funds and resources

4. Provide responsible stewardship of our resources and our environment

  • Always act in the best interest of the public's health and safety
  • Promote environmental awareness
  • Protect our regional water resources
  • Met or exceed all water quality standards

5. Require ethical business practices

  • Conduct ourselves in a professional and trustworthy manner at all times
  • Require accountability from all levels of staff
  • Conduct fair bidding practices

6. Promote staff development

  • Recognize, develop, encourage and promote leadership
  • Recognize and value the differences derived from diversity
  • Promote teamwork and encourage innovative thinking
  • Encourage open communications