Securing Our Water Future:

A Vision for Ward 2

Platform Priorities

  • Clean, affordable water for all
  • Fiscal responsibility
  • Environmental stewardship
  • Climate resilience
  • Infrastructure investment
  • Community engagement

 

Fiscal Responsibility

  • Transparent Budgeting: Ensure every dollar is spent wisely for community benefit.
  • Cost-Effective Solutions: Pursue innovations that maximize infrastructure investments.
  • Rate Stability: Balance affordability with necessary water system investments.
  • Grants & Funding: Seek external funding to minimize financial strain on residents.

 

Environmental Stewardship

  • Watershed Conservation: Protect and restore watersheds for reliable, clean water.
  • Pollution Prevention: Reduce pollutants entering water systems for public health.
  • Sustainable Landscaping: Support drought-resistant landscaping and efficient irrigation.
  • Green Infrastructure: Invest in rain gardens and permeable pavements for water filtration.

 

Climate Resilience

  • Resilient Water Management: Adapt water strategies to address climate change and extreme weather.
  • Diversify Water Sources: Explore recycled water, rainwater harvesting, and future desalination.
  • Carbon Footprint Reduction: Achieve EBMUD’s carbon neutrality goal.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Strengthen water crisis response plans to protect communities.

 

Aging Infrastructure

  • Modernization: Prioritize upgrading aging infrastructure to reduce leaks and improve reliability.
  • Smart Technology: Use advanced monitoring to prevent major water issues.
  • Long-Term Planning: Support EBMUD’s long-term infrastructure investment plan.
  • Creative Partnerships: Collaborate with private entities to fund customer assistance programs.

 

Community Engagement

  • Open Communication: Regular updates on water projects, policies, and challenges.
  • Education & Outreach: Promote water conservation and sustainability practices.
  • Inclusive Decision-Making: Encourage public participation through forums and advisory committees.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with local businesses, schools, and organizations on water issues.

 

Join Me in Securing Our Water Future

Together, we can ensure clean, reliable, and sustainable water for Ward 2.

I’m committed to serving with transparency and dedication.

Let’s build a future that benefits our families, environment, and generations to come.

Thank you for your support,
Luz Gómez, EBMUD Director, Ward 2

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Luz Gomez for EBMUD 2024 

FPPC ID# 1469145