About Tumalo Basin Sewer District

Our Infrastructure

The Tumalo Basin Sewer District (TBSD) has been legally formed with strong community support and predominantly positive feedback. Draft ordinances have been prepared for the Board to approve in early 2025, and initial coordination with funding agencies such as the Infrastructure Finance Authority (IFA), Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and USDA Rural Development (USDA-RD) has begun to secure funding for future phases of work.

The TBSD is seeking to begin exploring alternatives for effluent treatment and disposal, with the goal of preparing a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) next year. This report will be crucial for securing future project funding and ensuring the sustainability of our community’s future sewer system. The TBSD also will need administrative support and materials to facilitate effective operations, after board members are sworn into their positions in early 2025.

Water Services

For water services in Tumalo, please contact Laidlaw Water District at (541) 382-1255

In Summary

We believe that this additional funding will support TBSD and the continuation of efforts towards District setup and sewer planning. The proposed budget will enable us to gather critical information, support community discussions, and prepare for future funding applications. We appreciate your consideration and support in this matter. Thank you for your time, attention, and support thus far.

OUR MISSION, VISION & VALUES

Our Mission

We are committed to providing a safe, efficient, and sustainable wastewater system for the Tumalo community. We are passionate about the preservation of water quality and the unique character of the area. We strive to be responsible stewards of resources, maintain transparency, and build consensus for the betterment of the community.

Our Vision

Through research, strategic planning, and active public engagement, we aim to develop a community sewer system that enhances Tumalo’s environmental and community well-being, as well as improve the capacity of the land to support a diversity of housing types and densities without producing adverse effects upon water resources.

Our Values

Community Focus: We prioritize the wastewater needs of our community and work collaboratively to support its growth and sustainability.
Integrity & Accountability: We act with integrity, respect, and accountability in all that we do.
Fiscal Responsibility: We are committed to prudent financial management and the responsible use of resources.
Transparency & Education: We encourage public involvement and education to foster trust and engagement.
Sustainability: We work to protect water quality, promote responsible land use, and ensure the long-term health of the environment and our community.
Safety & Security: We set standards, controls and policies that support sound risk management practices that protect personnel, service users, data, and district assets.