NOTICE OF VACANCY ON BOARD OF DIRECTORS 12/31/2025

Murphys, CA – A vacancy will be opened on the Board of Directors of the Murphys Sanitary District (MSD) due to the resignation of Director Bruce Miller effective 12/31/2025.

On September 11, 2025 the District accepted the resignation of Director Miller effective 12/31/2025 and agreed, in accordance with the provisions of Government Code Section 1780, to post the position and fill the vacancy by appointment.  This is a four (4) year term ending Dec 2028; however, this vacancy will be an MSD Board appointment to fill a term that will end with the next scheduled election in November 2026.

This position is an opportunity to serve on a public utility owned by the ratepayers.  MSD provides sewer services to both residential and commercial businesses within the MSD boundaries.  MSD is considered a “special district” with five Directors and serves the Murphys area.  Director’s attendance is required at regular monthly MSD Board Meetings, normally held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:00 a.m.  When necessary, Special Meetings may be called to conduct district business.  Directors may also be expected to serve on various Boards or Committees in conjunction with MSD. Directors of public entities are required to take Ethics and Brown Act training.  Terms are for four years;

Applicants must meet two criteria to apply: they must live within the MSD boundaries and be a registered voter.  Interested and qualified residents must submit a letter of interest, a resume or application that includes a statement of qualifications and other information that will assist the Board in making a decision.  Residents interested in applying may pick up a brief application, submit application below, or download the application below at the District office located at 15 Ernest St. Ste. A Murphys, or visit our website, www.murphyssd.org or by submitting a request by email to kristina@murphyssd.org. 

Please submit all paper applications to:

Murphys Sanitary District

15 Ernest St Suite A

Murphys, CA  95247

Or  by via email to: kristina@murphyssd.org

All applications must be received by December 11, 2025  10:00 am

 Applicants will be notified by District staff if selected by the Board for an interview.  The Board will deliberate and appoint if an applicant is selected at their December 11, 2025 Board Meeting.  Ratepayers are always welcome at Board Meetings.  For more information about Murphys Sanitary District or the application process, please contact our District office at 209-728-3094.