Philadelphia's Water Commissioner, Randy E. Hayman, is set to leave his post this July. After a six-year tenure, Hayman is moving on to take the helm at the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board, an announcement by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker confirmed. Since taking the position in 2019, Hayman has been instrumental in the city's efforts to reduce sewer overflows, a notable accomplishment under his belt that saw more than 3 billion gallons cut from the annual overflow volume, outshining the targeted reduction expectations by a considerable margin.
"Commissioner Hayman has served the City of Philadelphia extremely well as Water Commissioner for six years, and we thank him for his public service," Mayor Parker remarked. Hayman's background includes a mix of law firm stints and public sector roles, his expertise having been honed in general civil litigation, environmental matters, and real estate before taking on key roles in water and sewer organizations in Washington, D.C., and St. Louis. Despite his departure, the Water Department's mission to deliver essential services remains steadfast, with Mayor Parker assuring that the quest to find Hayman’s successor is already underway, intending to fill the position by July.
Under Hayman's guidance, the Philadelphia Water Department embraced the nationally recognized Green City, Clean Waters program. This initiative reflects a steadfast commitment to sustainability and quality of life improvements through effective management of wastewater and stormwater. "Having the opportunity to serve the City of Philadelphia as part of Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration has been a great honor," Hayman stated, reflecting on the time spent working with a team he described as professional and forward-driven.
Yet, the ongoing foundational work must persist beyond individual leadership. As the city prepares for this transition, Mayor Parker assured Philadelphians that their water needs will remain a priority. "The Water Department serves a vital mission for Philadelphians, safely and efficiently delivering high-quality, clean drinking water to their homes and businesses," she said. The pursuit of Hayman's replacement is characterized by a sense of continuity. The city’s plan is to ensure the new commissioner assumes the mantle smoothly so that residents’ access to clean water is unhampered.
For more details on Commissioner Hayman's departure and Mayor Parker's statement, visit the city’s official announcement here.
