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The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) is proud to announce its recent recognition at the 2025 NC One Water Awards, where the utility earned two of the highest distinctions: Water Distribution System of the Year – Overall Winner and Wastewater Collections System of the Year – Large System Award. These awards highlight PWC’s commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and affordable water and wastewater services to the greater Fayetteville community.

PWC’s Water Distribution System received recognition for delivering water to over 225,000 residents with the Water Distribution System of the Year – Overall Winner Award.  The award highlights PWC’s investments in infrastructure, strict maintenance, and new technologies that improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. The award honors municipalities that exceed standards to protect public health.

PWC was recognized for its effective management of a large wastewater collection network by receiving the Wastewater Collections System of the Year – Large System Award. The award highlights PWC’s proactive environmental practices, regulatory compliance, and ability to address challenges protecting public health and the environment. It honors systems that minimize health risks and property damage through outstanding infrastructure maintenance and professionalism.

“Receiving both awards is a testament to our entire team’s dedication, professionalism and commitment to excellence,” said Misty Manning, Chief Operations Officer for Water Resources at PWC. “We take immense pride in serving our community, ensuring every family has access to clean drinking water and dependable wastewater services. At PWC, our mission is to protect public health, support our community’s growth, and continue to deliver on our promise of quality and affordability every day.”

These dual honors highlight PWC’s ongoing commitment to providing reliable, affordable water and wastewater services in the Fayetteville area. PWC’s team works hard to ensure families and businesses receive essential utilities that benefit both quality of life and community development.

PWC would like to thank the community and our employees whose ongoing support and dedication make achievements like these possible.

The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) has received the results of its Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) financial audit. The independent auditor PBMares, LLP, issued a clean audit opinion for FY25, identifying no material discrepancies. The audit results reflect PWC’s continued commitment to sound financial management and transparency.

On December 30, 2025, PWC provided copies of the completed audit to the North Carolina Local Government Commission as part of its standard reporting process.

“I am proud of our finance division and ultimately everyone working at PWC as we continue to commit to excellence which is reflected by this external audit report” said Timothy L. Bryant, CEO/General Manager of the Fayetteville PWC. “This clean audit shows our commitment to our customers and the trust they place in our operations.”

Fayetteville, N.C.- For a third year in a row, PWC’s Fleet Management Department has been recognized for outstanding operations by the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) with their Top 100 Fleets in America Award. This year, PWC ranked 8th in the nation. PWC has been progressing up the rankings over the last three years. PWC ranked 26th last year and in 2023, ranked 30th. NAFA’s 100 Best program identifies and encourages the ever-increasing levels of performance improvement and innovation within the fleet industry. The goal of the 100 Best is to foster pride in the industry, build recognition within the national fleet community, increase levels of productivity and operational effectiveness, and to encourage more individuals to consider fleet operations as a career choice.

To be considered for this distinguished award, PWC was evaluated on Fleet composition, management, and overall operations. Applicants had to demonstrate excellence in 12 key areas:

• Accountability
• Use of Technology & Information
• Collaboration and Creativity
• Energy Management
• Performance Recognition and Celebration
• Evidence of a High Trust Culture
• Financial Management
• Doing it Right the First Time
• Quick Efficient Turnaround
• Competitive Pricing
• Staff Development
• Resources Stewardship

“We are fortunate to have a well trained staff who make it a point of pride to keep PWC vehicles running safely and smoothly” said James Scaccia, Fleet Manager for Fayetteville PWC. “Our customers rely on our crews to keep the lights on and the water flowing and our crews rely on us to make sure every vehicle is working properly so that they can continue to do their work quickly, efficiently and cost effectively.”

As part of their commitment to continuous improvement, PWC’s Fleet staff collaborate with other fleets from across the country, NAFA, and other professional organizations to conquer challenges the industry is facing.