Spotlight on Excellence: Paul Zolfarelli

On March 20, 2006, Paul Zolfarelli assumed the duty of Director of Water Quality Services for Oro Loma. He took over for Ed Heuer, who retired after 17 years with the District.
In his new position, Paul is the Chief Plant Operator, and as such, is responsible for overseeing all the plant's operations and maintenance activities.
Before joining Oro Loma, Paul was Brentwood's Director of Public Works for five years, and before that he was the Manager of Water and Wastewater for Livermore for two years. He was also with the City of San Leandro for 15 years.
In addition to many years of experience with public agencies, Paul brings a strong business background with him to Oro Loma. In fact, Paul's degree is in business administration, and a major interest of his is organization management.
He was drawn to Oro Loma because of the District's dedicated staff, a Board of Directors that is both supportive and interested, and a General Manager who is dedicated to doing what is right.
He is joining the District at an exciting time, when the massive plant restoration project is nearing completion. Paul says he looks forward to the years ahead, as he utilizes his business expertise to find new ways to promote the District's mission to "Provide the best possible service at the lowest possible cost." He is dedicated to maintaining a well-run plant, to learning from others, and to setting an example for those who are members of his staff.
Paul grew up in Washington Manor and has lived in Pleasanton for 15 years with his wife of 18 years and their three children.