County administrators know that modern public facilities and infrastructure are the foundation of their communities’ quality of life. But with funding uncertainties clouding every spending initiative, administrators need evidence that infrastructure modernization is not only essential, but also practical in the current environment.
Join us for an hour with infrastructure experts from Solano County, CA and OPTERRA Energy Services to learn:
Which public systems and facilities are most in need of improvement throughout the United States.
How comprehensive modernization programs create more efficient infrastructure, freeing up money to add or improve public services.
The funding pathways that make ambitious projects pencil out, for both urban and rural counties.
How initiatives can benefit a variety of county departments and accelerate the achievement of countywide objectives.
Be sure to stay for the case study portion! Leaders from Solano County will share how their comprehensive modernization program prevents power outages, reduces carbon emissions, lowers utility expenses, and engages community members.
Details
DATE: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
TIME: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
VENUE: virtual (Zoom)
COST: free
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Speakers
Kelly Fergusson, Senior Program Development Manager, Public Sector, OPTERRA
At OPTERRA, Kelly is responsible for coordination, supervision, and overall financial management of a wide portfolio of local government projects. Prior to her clean energy work, she spent 15 years as an independent consulting civil engineer specializing in linear utilities capital asset management and mapping. In parallel with her professional career, Kelly served 16 years as a volunteer public servant including 8 years as an elected official of the Menlo Park City Council and one term as Mayor. Kelly holds three degrees from Stanford University, including two Civil Engineering degrees: an MS (Infrastructure Planning and Management) and a PhD (Industrial Facility Quality).
Anthony Tave, Director of General Services, Solano County, California
At Solano County, Anthony oversees the General Services Department providing essential support services to all county departments in the areas of capital projects management, fleet services, facilities operations, purchasing, energy utilities and real estate services. He also serves as an elected member on the City of Pinole City Council as Mayor Pro Tempore. His experience in infrastructure projects runs deep with previous leadership roles at Saint Mary’s College, San Francisco City College, and the City and County of San Francisco. Anthony holds a BS in Civil Engineering from California State Polytechnic University – Pomona.
About OPTERRA
Drawing on over 50 years of experience, OPTERRA designs and builds comprehensive performance-based infrastructure modernization programs for public agencies of all sizes. OPTERRA’s master-planning approach delivers fully funded and operationally efficient infrastructure that aligns with local objectives, promoting safe, sustainable, and resilient communities.