SF Water, Power, Sewer (SFPUC)

🎧 On the latest episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission General Manager Dennis Herrera looks back on a career spent serving San Franciscans.

From landmark legal battles to leading the SFPUC through major investments in clean water, public power, and infrastructure, Dennis shares the stories, lessons, and values that have guided his work for San Franciscans. 🌉

Hear his reflections on leadership, public service, and the work that's helping build a stronger, more resilient San Francisco for generations to come. 🌟

Dennis Herrera: Public Service, Infrastructure, and San Francisco In this episode of I Left My Podcast in San Francisco, we sit down ...

Mmm... that's some good water. 💧

We test San Francisco's drinking water more than 95,000 times a year, so every sip is of the highest quality. Drink up! sfpuc.gov/WaterQualitySF

Looking for a fun way to give back and connect with your community? Join us for One City Day on July 11!

From planting native species to helping in community gardens to learning about green infrastructure, we're hosting five volunteer projects happening across the city.

Grab a friend, bring the family, and spend the day making a difference. Find a project and sign up at sf.gov/one-city-day. See you there! 🌱

“It has been the greatest honor of my professional life to serve the people of this city. San Franciscans are smart, compassionate, and resilient. It has been an incredible privilege to serve alongside so many dedicated people across San Francisco to help make our city even better.” - SF Water, Power, Sewer (SFPUC) General Manager Dennis Herrera

Congratulations Dennis Herrera!

SFPUC General Manager Dennis Herrera Announces Retirement After Nearly 25 Years of Public Service Herrera will retire in December after almost 20 years as City Attorney and five years leading the SFPUC

🛠️ crews at work 🛠️

Happy Father's Day to all the dads and father figures in our lives. To celebrate, here is a dad-inspired sewer joke:

I tried to make a funny joke about poop… but it’s a little crappy. 💩

"Black history is American history."

In recognition of Juneteenth, we caught up with SFPUC Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Marco Barker to hear what this important day means to him.

For Marco, Juneteenth is both a reminder of the ongoing pursuit of justice and a celebration of the power of community, education, and resilience.

As public servants, it's an opportunity to reflect on how we can help create systems that expand access, advance fairness, and create opportunity for all.

How are you honoring ? Whether you're learning more about its history, supporting Black-owned businesses, volunteering, or attending a local event, every action helps keep its legacy alive.

Q&A with CDEIO Marco Barker on the Importance of Juneteenth Juneteenth commemorates the day (June 19, 1865) when federal troops arrived in Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation, declaring enslaved people in Confederate states to be legally free. This occurred more than two years after the order was issued by President Abraham Lincoln. Although it wa...

Today we celebrate Juneteenth — a day of reflection, resilience, and freedom. ❤️🖤💚

At the SFPUC, we honor the history, contributions, and continued impact of the Black community while working toward a more equitable future for all.