Reliability
Affordability
Sustainability
15+Years of Engineering Experience
5+california utility Providers served

Campaign priorities

Three Clear Priorities

Reliability

Our community depends on water and power every day. With 20 years designing and maintaining large-scale utility systems, I understand what it takes to keep infrastructure resilient and services uninterrupted.

Affordability

Responsible investment and efficient operations keep services affordable. I bring a practical understanding of how sound financial stewardship and long-term planning protect ratepayers.

Sustainability

From monitoring mountain snowpack to developing renewable energy infrastructure, I am committed to protecting our natural resources and ensuring TDPUD's systems remain strong for generations to come.

About the Candidate

An Engineer Who Calls Truckee Home

For nearly 20 years, I have worked as a mechanical engineer designing, improving and maintaining large-scale water and electric utility systems that communities in our state depend on every day. My experience spans the entire system — from monitoring mountain snowpack,  to spinning turbines for power generation, and the infrastructure that delivers reliable service to homes and businesses.

Meet Chris

Powering What Matters

Our community deserves thoughtful, experienced leadership. I am committed to ensuring TDPUD continues to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable water and power through sound infrastructure investments, responsible financial stewardship, and long-term planning.

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Truckee river and mountain landscape
HAWKINSfor TDPUD Board of Directors

Experienced engineering leadership for reliable, affordable, and sustainable water and power in Truckee.

Campaign Priorities

  • Reliability
  • Affordability
  • Sustainability

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