Priorities

As your current Water Board Representative, I have addressed the following critical issues requiring proactive and adaptive strategies to ensure reliable water management and sustainability. With your support and vote on November 5th, 2024, I am committed to continuing this important work.

Addressing Increased Drought Frequency:

Tackling the challenges posed by more frequent and severe droughts to ensure sustainable water supplies and effective conservation measures.

Adapting to Changing Precipitation Patterns:

Developing strategies to manage inconsistent water availability due to altered rainfall patterns, enhancing water management and allocation systems.

Mitigating the Impact of Rising Temperatures:

Implementing solutions to counteract the effects of higher temperatures, which increase evaporation rates and reduce water levels in reservoirs and other sources.

Preparing for Extreme Weather Events:

Strengthening infrastructure and response plans to handle the impacts of more intense storms and floods, including damage to water treatment facilities and contamination of water sources.

Improving Water Quality Management:

Addressing the challenges of climate-induced water pollution through enhanced runoff management and temperature control to maintain water quality and effective treatment processes.

Protecting Aquatic Ecosystems:

Ensuring that climate adaptations preserve aquatic ecosystems, which are crucial for maintaining water sources and biodiversity.

Managing Increased Water Demand:

Developing policies and initiatives to meet the growing water needs driven by population growth and rising temperatures, while balancing resource availability.

Enhancing Infrastructure Resilience:

Upgrading and reinforcing aging infrastructure to withstand the increased frequency and severity of climate-related events, ensuring long-term reliability.

Navigating Regulatory and Policy Changes:

Staying informed about and adapting to evolving regulations and policies related to climate adaptation and water management, ensuring compliance and effective governance.