Strategic Goals

Our Mission

The City of Riverside Public Utilities Department is committed to the highest quality water and electric services at the lowest possible rates to benefit the community.

Our Ten-Year Vision

Our customers will recognize Riverside Public Utilities as a unique community asset with a global reputation for innovation, sustainability and an enhanced quality of life.

Our Core Values

The City of Riverside Public Utilities Department values...

• Safety
• Honesty and Integrity
• Teamwork
• Professionalism
• Quality Service
• Creativity and Innovation
• Inclusiveness and Mutual Respect
• Community Involvement
• Environmental Stewardship

Three-Year Goals

• Contribute to the City of Riverside’s economic development while preserving RPU’s financial strength
• Maximize the use of technology to improve utility operations
• Impact positively legislation and regulations at all levels of government
• Develop and implement a recycled water program
• Secure a second connection to the state electric transmission grid

Ten-Year Goals

• Employ state-of-the-art technology to maximize reliability and customer service
• Foster economic development and job growth in the City of Riverside
• Communicate effectively the accomplishments, challenges and opportunities for the full utilization of our electric and water resources
• Develop fully our low-cost, sustainable, reliable electric and water resources
• Enhance the effective and efficient operation of all areas of the utility