A long serving member of the Contra Costa Water District’s Board of Directors has announced his retirement.
John Burgh has served on the CCWD board since he was appointed in 2004. He represents Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Port Costa, and part of Concord.
Burgh said in a statement shared by the Water District Board that the decision to retire was not an easy one, but he felt the district was on the right fiscal path and wanted to make room for new voices.
“It has been my honor to represent my neighbors on the CCWD Board for 22 years,” said Burgh. “This Board operates at the highest level of transparency and accountability. I have learned so much from each of my colleagues and always appreciated the respectful discussions, especially when we had differing points of view.”
Burgh brought over four decades of experience as an engineer on water and wastewater projects around the world to the board, according to a CCWD news release.
He prioritized fiscal accountability and responsibility during his tenure, along with regional collaboration and making data-driven infrastructure investments.
“While a tough decision, CCWD is on a solid path investing in the next generation of water service with a collaborative Board and innovative staff,” Burgh said. “For my own personal reasons, this felt like the right time for me to step down and provide an opening for the next generation of water policy leaders.”
Burgh’s last day will be March 31. The board must decide whether to fill the seat by appointment or election.