# Santa Clara Valley Water District

Type: Company

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## Timeline

- **2027-02-20**: Contract Conclusion — Scheduled end of Callender's advisory relationship with Valley Water.
- **2026-02-21**: Advisory Period Begins — Start of a one-year term where Callender provides guidance to the agency.
- **2026-02-20**: Resignation Announced — Rick Callender steps down as CEO following a misconduct probe.
- **2026-02-20**: Separation Agreement — Terms finalized for Callender to transition into an advisory role.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Valley Water CEO Resigns Amid Misconduct Probe, Transition Plan Set
2026-02-21 12:09:39 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

Rick Callender has resigned as CEO of the Santa Clara Valley Water District following a formal investigation into allegations of misconduct. As part of a negotiated separation agreement, Callender will remain with the agency in an advisory capacity for one year to facilitate a leadership transition.
Full story: https://gethrbrief.com/story/valley-water-ceo-resignation-misconduct-investigation

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