EID’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a five-year plan that outlines projects and estimated costs for improvements needed to ensure the safety and reliability of the District’s infrastructure. The five-year plan includes projects related to water, wastewater, recycled water, hydroelectric power, and general district operations.

Each year, EID’s Board of Directors reviews and adopts an updated plan. Project funding is authorized as part of the Board’s approval of the annual budget.

Working closely with the operations department and general manager, EID’s engineering department leads the annual evaluation and development of the plan. Staff assess system needs, regulatory requirements, and long-term priorities to identify necessary improvements.

Staff then prepare a draft CIP and present it to the Board at a public workshop for review and direction. Based on Board feedback, revisions may be made before the plan is presented for final approval. This public review process helps ensure transparency and accountability.

To fulfill its mission of providing reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services and maintaining its federally licensed hydroelectric project, EID must maintain, repair, and replace its capital assets. These ongoing investments protect public health, support regulatory compliance, and ensure reliable service for the community.

To fund major rehabilitation and replacement projects, public agencies like EID may use tax-free, low-interest bond financing for infrastructure with long service lives. This approach helps manage costs and spreads them equitably across the customers who benefit from the improvements.

District staff carefully evaluate and prioritize CIP projects based on urgency, risk, regulatory requirements, and long-term community benefit to ensure essential infrastructure continues to serve the community now and in the future.

Useful Links

District Finances
Visit the District Finances page to view the Current Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Operating Budget, and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

Document Library
Browse the Document Library to access past CIPs and other related documents.