Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority
Kelley Kelley is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as a Procurement Coordinator at the Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority since February 2018, following a role as a Buyer from January 2016 to February 2018. In this position, Kelley manages a team of buyers tasked with sourcing goods, services, and vendors, overseeing contract negotiations, and implementing procurement best practices, achieving significant cost savings. Prior to this, Kelley held the position of Statewide Procurement Specialist with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration / Office of State Procurement from July 2007 to January 2016, collaborating with state agency personnel to create formal solicitations and develop statewide contracts for public agencies. Kelley Kelley earned a degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello between 2019 and 2021.
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.