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RESOLUTION NO. 8071 (1992 SERIES)
City of sAn tuis oBispo
Resotution
Of APPRCCIAtion
expressing the city's gratitude to Bill Hetland
for his many contributions and dedicated service to
the City of San Luis Obispo
WHEREAS, Bill Hetland has had a long and distinguished career with the.City of San
Luis Obispo serving as Utilities Director from August 29, 1983 to October 2, 1992;
WHEREAS, Bill was the first Utilities Director for the City of San Luis Obispo and has
established a professional image and a very strong sense of "team"for the department; and
WHEREAS, Bill's professional management abilities have allowed the personnel of the
City Utilities Department and the citizens of the City to prosper in an atmosphere of high
morale, trust, and proficiency; and
WHEREAS, Bill has significant accomplishments to his credit including development of
a$32 million Wastewater Management Program, a Groundwater Program to provide up to 40%
of the City's water needs, development of a Water Conservation Program resulting in over 45%
conservation during the drought, and numerous other water supply projects and programs;
WHEREAS,Bill was in San Francisco during the October 1989 earthquake and survived;
and
WHEREAS, the drought, though unpleasant for most, provided Bill with the assurance
of'full employment"and a number of opportunities to build his resume (which we now know
he obviously took advantage o,); and
WHEREAS, Bill, has decided to part the central coast for 'greener"pastures in Fresno,
to seek greater professional challenges, such as convincing Fresno citizens that the installation
of water meters is a pretty good idea
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council wishes to express its
gratitude for his numerous accomplishments and outstanding performance and sends Bill best
wishes for success in his future endeavors.
On motion of , seconded by
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT.-
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 22nd day of September, 1992.
ATTESTED BY- Mayor Ron Dunin
Pam Voges, City Clerk
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