Rancho Water Congratulates Adán Ortega, Jr. on Reelection as Metropolitan Water District Board Chair

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 9, 2024

Rancho California Water District (Rancho Water/District) congratulates Adán Ortega, Jr. on his reelection as Chair of the Metropolitan Water District’s (MWD) Board of Directors. We commend Mr. Ortega for his visionary leadership and dedication to advancing critical water policy initiatives, particularly in addressing the profound challenges posed by California’s hotter, drier climate. His continued focus on fostering collaboration and leadership on critical water issues will ensure Southern California remains resilient in the face of water supply challenges.

Throughout his tenure, Mr. Ortega has been a strong supporter of Rancho Water’s initiatives, including the development of our Regional CropSWAP program, which promotes agricultural water efficiency, as well as our outreach and educational campaigns aimed at raising public awareness of water conservation. His advocacy has helped drive forward numerous efforts that directly benefit our District and the broader region.

"Adán’s leadership and commitment to collaboration have been invaluable to Rancho Water’s mission of promoting water efficiency and reliability,” said John Rossi, President of the Rancho Water Board of Directors. “We are excited to continue working with him, and the entire MWD Board of Directors, to ensure a sustainable water future for all of Southern California.”

Rancho Water remains committed to working closely with Mr. Ortega, their Board, and the MWD team to advance innovative solutions that benefit not only the Temecula-Murrieta region but all of Southern California.