Dedicated to Serving Our Community with Excellence and Sustainability
Mission
Our knowledgeable and professional team serves the Charlottesville, Albemarle, and UVA community by providing high-quality water and wastewater treatment, refuse, and recycling services in a financially responsible and sustainable manner.
Vision
To serve the community as a recognized leader in environmental stewardship by providing exceptional water, sewer and solid waste services.
Values
The Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority and Rivanna Solid Waste Authority are committed to the values of Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, and Quality.

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Strategic Plan
In June 2022, the RWSA and RSWA began a joint strategic planning process with Raftelis Consultants. This initiative aims to update their organizational vision and create a framework for future guidance.
The strategic framework will help prioritize investments, allocate resources, and facilitate annual reviews to ensure long-term goals are met.
Our Executive and Management Teams
If you would like to contact a member of our Executive or Management team, please call our Administrative Offices at (434) 977-2970 or contact us.
Careers with Rivanna
Join the team at Rivanna Authorities for a valuable career in public service. We constantly strive to improve essential services in the County of Albemarle and the City of Charlottesville.
Rivanna Solid Waste
We provide recycling, solid waste, and household hazardous waste disposal services to the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County.
Rivanna Water & Sewer
Stay up to date on our community water supply plans and upcoming construction projects to fortify our resources.