Our water systems are some of the best in the country. As climate change increases the likelihood and intensity of droughts, wildfires, floods, and sea level rise, the EBMUD Board needs to work hard to ensure continued access to quality and affordable water for all of our residents.

That’s why Jim’s priorities include:

• Protecting Against Future Drought. We recently experienced the worst droughts in California history. Now is the time for action. We need to build drought resilience throughout our water system to ensure our communities maintain affordable access to water. The climate crisis compels us to action.
• Ensuring the Reliability of Our Water Supply. We are best protected against future disruptions by diversifying our water supply and embracing the greatest possible efficiency.
• Providing Consistent, Affordable, and Transparent Rates. Everyone deserves access to clean water and transparency in pricing as its delivered to you. Jim will focus on predictability in pricing to help households prepare for all of life’s necessities.
• Balancing the EBMUD Budget. Jim will ensure that unforeseen economic circumstances will not disrupt our water supply. Clean, affordable, and accessible water is a necessity for our community. Balancing our budget allows us to maintain a level of stability in the services provided by EBMUD.