The Utilities Administration provides management direction for and supervision of the all water facilities and operations, wastewater collection, wastewater engineering, capital improvement planning, grant administration, operational, maintenance and financial reporting, and staff assistance for the Utility Division. These facilities and operations include filtration pumping plants, water distribution, metering and repair and laboratory functions and storm drains for the City. a) safeguard public health and minimize impact on the environment by collecting domestic, commercial and industrial liquid wastes for disposal; b) minimize property damage, public nuisance and impact on the environment by collecting and controlling precipitation runoff for disposal; c) maintain and rebuild these facilities in a timely manner, so that their operating efficiency is maximized, service levels are maintained, and the City’s interests are protected; d) work towards the elimination of all raw sewage overflows into the environment over the long term in the most cost-effective way, and e) provide quality service to the customers.