What is the CIP?  The Capital Improvement Plan or CIP is a long-range plan for capital improvement projects and their funding sources. CIP Projects are unique construction projects that provide improvements or additions such as new wells, water mains, or infrastructure improvements.

Why is the CIP Important?  The CIP helps enhance the overall quality of your water by improving the physical structures, systems, and facilities that provide water to your home. CIP projects are generally large and expensive, and involve the installation, replacement, or rehibilitaiton of long-term assets.  

Is the CIP a simple process?  No. Executing the CIP portfolio is complex in nature due to the number, size, and variety of projects and funding sources involved.

Is every project part of the CIP?  Every project that is capital in nature, such as the construction, purchase, or major renovation of utility systems and other facilities, is part of the CIP.

All projects within the CIP are clearly identified, and are categorized by project and improvement types.   Project types provide a categorized breakdown of the type of facility being constructed or improved; and improvement types provide a categorized breakdown of the improvement, expansion, or replacement of an existing District asset or installation of an entirely new District asset.

How are projects selected and prioritized?  Historically, the District's CIP needs have exceeded the availability of funding. Therefore, it is necessary for the District Manager to prioritize CIP projects based on the critical nature of the required assets.