Water, sanitation districts name new general manager

FORT COLLINS — The Fort Collins-Loveland Water District and South Fort  Collins Sanitation District have named Chris Pletcher, interim general manager, as the new permanent general manager. The appointment was effective April 1.  

As noted in a press release from the districts, Pletcher joined the organization in 2019 as the district engineer and has more than 25 years of experience in utilities and engineering, specifically within drinking water and sanitary sewer systems. He is a licensed engineer and has experience in both the private and public sectors.

“Chris Pletcher has been an instrumental member of the districts’ leadership team since 2019 and has supported many key projects over the years including long-term planning for infrastructure, operational and technical improvements and efficiencies and two major plant expansions. The boards of directors are looking forward to having his continued expertise and leadership to guide the districts,” Jim Ling, SFCSD board of directors chairman, said in a written statement. 

As general manager, Pletcher will be responsible for the administration, management and operation of  the FCLWD and SFCSD. He will also represent the districts in matters of local, regional and state interest. 

The Fort Collins – Loveland Water and South Fort Collins Sanitation districts serve approximately 56,000  people in an area that encompasses approximately 60 square miles in parts of Fort Collins, Loveland,  Timnath, Windsor and Larimer County. 

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