Although the Finance Division functions somewhat behind the scenes, it is the backbone of the San Bernardino Municipal Water Department.  Its staff ensures that the Department's financial resources are managed in compliance with industry standards and applicable regulations set by the Government Accounting Standards Board.

The Finance Division is responsible for the management of the Department's revenue and expenses, ensuring that resources are available to meet the day-to-day operational needs of its Administration, Water Utility, and Water Reclamation Divisions.

The Finance Division is also responsible for the data management and analysis necessary for planning and maintaining the Department's financial position, including its annual operating and capital  improvement budgets and annual financial statements.

To locate the Department's annual budget and financial statements, open the "Financial Information" link from the above navigation bar or from the "How Do I...View" selection on the main toolbar.

Contact information for the Finance Division is as follows:

San Bernardino Municipal Water Department
Finance Division
300 North "D" Street, 5th Floor
San Bernardino, California 92418
909-384-5189

William M. Kolbow, CPA
Director of Finance
909-384-5184 x3184
kolbow_wi@sbcity.org

Susan Justice
Principal Accountant
909-384-5162 x 3534
justice_su@sbcity.org

Neil Thomsen
Principal Accountant
909-384-5093 x3529
thomsen_ne@sbcity.org

Office hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. = Monday through Thursday
                  7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. = Fridays