Westlands Water District has promoted from within to find its next Chief Administrative Officer
The district announced Wednesday that Stephen Farmer is moving up to the role, where he will oversee the Finance and Administration, Operation and Maintenance, Energy and Power and Resources departments.
Driving the news: Farmer is a familiar face around Westlands, having worked for the district for the past 13 years.
- He has held the positions of Supervisor of Customer Accounting, Supervisor of General Accounting and interim Deputy General Manager – Finance and Administration.
- Before he joined Westlands, Farmer was the Chief of the Treasury for Fresno County and the controller for a credit union.
- Overall, Farmer has over 24 years of experience in accounting, finance and treasury-related fields.
- Farmer holds a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting.
What they’re saying: “Steve brings a wealth of professional experience and a deep commitment to our District’s water users, making him an invaluable asset to our team,” said Westlands General Manager Allison Febbo. “Throughout his tenure with the District, he has played a crucial role in saving over $40 million. In his new position, I am confident he will lead the administrative team with excellence, tackling our water supply challenges while keeping our water rates accessible for all users.”
- Farmer said he is thrilled to move into his new position after 13 years with the district.
- “Together, we’ve tackled many challenges, and I am excited to continue our mission, providing reliable and affordable water services to our water users while fostering innovation and efficiency,” Farmer said. “I look forward to working with our talented team towards a secure and affordable water future for the District.”
