Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority
Amber Yates holds an MBA and a robust professional background in procurement and finance. Since November 2013, Amber Yates has held multiple roles at the Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority, including Finance Coordinator, Procurement Administrator, and Buyer II. Prior experience includes serving as an Office of State Procurement Buyer for the State of Arkansas from October 2012 to November 2013 and working as a Consultant at PPG Industries from 2010 to 2012. Earlier experience includes a position as Master Scheduler at Snyder's-Lance, Inc. from 2006 to 2009. Amber Yates earned a Master in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from Centenary College of Louisiana. Certifications include NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, and CPM.
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority exists to preserve and replenish the environment by reclaiming our most valuable resource, water. The collection and treatment services protect both public health and the environment. LRWRA is responsible for inspecting and maintaining approximately 1,400 miles of sewer; 32,000 manholes; and serves a population of approximately 200,000. LRWRA is overseen jointly by the Chief Executive Officer and the Little Rock Water Reclamation Commission, which is comprised of seven members. These citizens are appointed by the Little Rock City Board of Directors.