A lifetime of developing solutions!

Rudy Fischer

The Central Arizona Project is one of the greatest water projects ever built.  Its 30 plus years of existence has helped Arizona businesses, cities, tribes and agriculture grow.  Though vital to Arizona, it is under threat and we need to make sure it remains robust, reliable, and provides sufficient water for a bright future for Arizona.

PRIORITIES
  • Negotiate reasonable & responsible water sharing agreements with other Colorado River Basin states

  • Ensure CAP is able to supply the water Arizona’s residents, businesses, agriculture & Indian tribes need

  • Work with area cities & other water agencies to develop regional water solutions

  • Improve the robustness of the CAP system

  • Keep water rates & taxes for projects as low as possible

Experience:

  • A Long History of Public Service with 8 Years on a City Council
  • 5 Years on Water Agency Board of Directors
  • 2 Years as Board Chair of Water Agency
  • Shepherded Local & Regional Water Projects to Completion
  • Scottsdale Water Academy Graduate
  • Central AZ Project University Graduate
  • Experience with Desal Plant Operations during U.S. Navy Service

Public Service Activities:

  • Serve on Scottsdale’s $319 million dollar Citizen’s Bond Oversight Committee
  • Served – and still serve – on numerous HOA and non-profit boards.
  • Had oversight of a $19.2 million Homeowners Association rebuilding project.
  • Board Member, Carmel Valley Manor
  • Board Member, Legal Services for Seniors