April 10, 2025 Notice of Upcoming Vacancy on Board of Directors – Apply for Appointment
MWSD Director Peter Decker has indicated a need in the near future to resign his Board position. While his departure date is not yet known, MWSD has started the process to seek applicants from the community for appointment to the Board of Directors. The selected appointee will serve for the balance of Director Dekker’s unexpired term, i.e. until November 2026.
Serve your community and ensure decisions are made locally.
The MWSD Board of Directors manages the affairs of the District. Through their bi-monthly meetings they set policy, enact appropriate resolutions or ordinances, approve all payments to vendors, review and approve the budget, set Sewer Service Charge rates, establish connection charges, hire staff, approve contracts and other necessary actions needed to carry out the business of the District.
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Who Can Serve:
Registered voters residing within MWSD Electoral Divisions 1, 3 and 5 may apply. Check your Division online.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the following:
- A completed application form. Copy available at MWSD, 8888 Cabrillo Hwy, Montara, CA 94037.
- A letter of interest outlining:
- Relevant background, experience, and qualifications.
- Reasons for seeking appointment.
- Key priorities or issues they believe the district should address.
- A resume (optional but encouraged).
Applications may be submitted in advance via email to:
Clemens Heldmaier, General Manager
Montara Water and Sanitary District
Email: info@mwsd.net
Phone: (650) 728-3545
Applicants will be notified once the vacancy is official, at which point the Board will commence the formal appointment process, including candidate interviews at a public meeting.