Eric Hansen on the Power of Collaboration
Strong partnerships are essential to delivering complex infrastructure.
Strong partnerships are essential to delivering complex infrastructure.
Doug Harris describes the scale and function of the Central Pump Station and its role in delivering surface water across the region.
Gary Struzick describes the scale of pipelines, pump stations, and coordination involved in delivering surface water across the region.
From a single operator to a fully developed team, operations have grown alongside the system. Bryan Thomas, Operator, reflects on the early days and the experience it took to build a strong, reliable operations team.
The May 13, 2026 Board Meeting will be held at the Fry Road MUD Building at 20111 Saums Road, Katy, Texas 77449.
Before infrastructure could be built, a reliable water source had to be secured. Larry Weppler, Vice President and Precinct 1 Director, shares how early partnerships helped make that possible.
Nancy Collins, Right-of-Way Manager, shares how coordination between engineering, legal, and property owners helps secure the easements needed to move projects forward.
The Northeast Water Purification Plant represents years of coordination and collaboration. Eric Hansen, President and Precinct 3 Director, shares why this project stands out as one of the most significant achievements during his time with the Authority.
With decades of experience in water and wastewater, Dennis Gorden, Precinct 9 Director, reflects on his path to the Authority and the value of experience in helping guide long-term infrastructure decisions.
Much of the work behind the water system happens out of sight. Mark Janneck, Precinct 8 Director, reflects on the coordination and effort required to build infrastructure most people never see.