Engineering & Public Works Roadshow Comes to San Diego: Spotlight on Pure Water

The Engineering and Public Works Roadshow is rolling into San Diego this weekend to highlight one of the most transformative infrastructure projects in the nation — Pure Water San Diego. This innovative water reuse program is setting a national model for sustainability, resilience, and community impact.

Hosted in partnership with the City of San Diego and ACEC California, this stop on the Roadshow will bring together engineering leaders, policymakers, and the public to celebrate how investments in critical infrastructure improve lives and strengthen communities.

About Pure Water San Diego

Pure Water San Diego is the City’s landmark program to provide a safe, reliable, and sustainable local water supply by recycling and purifying water for drinking. By 2035, the project will provide nearly half of the city’s clean water supply, reducing dependence on imported water and addressing long-term challenges from drought and climate change.

This project isn’t just about technology — it’s about trust, leadership, and partnership. Community outreach, collaboration among city, state, and federal partners, and cutting-edge engineering have all played a role in making Pure Water a reality.

Event Highlights

Remarks from Leaders in Engineering and Public Works:

• Jason Matson, ACEC California President
• Kurt Yoshii, ACEC National Executive Committee
• Michael Drennan, ASCE
• Vic Bianes, APWA National President
• Doug Campbell, City of San Diego
• Joe LaCava, San Diego City Council President
• Troy Hedlund, Carollo, Executive VP & Project Manager for Pure Water
• Awards Presentation recognizing local leadership and excellence in engineering.
• Pure Water Facility Tour, offering attendees a firsthand look at the processes and innovations powering San Diego’s sustainable water future.

Why This Matters

The Engineering and Public Works Roadshow is a joint initiative of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), the American Public Works Association (APWA), and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Together, these organizations are highlighting how infrastructure investments like Pure Water San Diego create resilient communities, inspire future professionals, and deliver lasting economic and environmental benefits.

Join the Conversation

The Roadshow’s San Diego stop is not just a celebration of engineering — it’s a reminder of what’s possible when we invest in smart, forward-looking solutions.

📅 Date: October 4, 2025
🕒 Time: 1:45 PM PT
📍 Location: Pure Water San Diego Facility
🔗 Learn more at www.infrastructureroadshow.org