"I will represent all the diverse voices of our district, and
I WILL FIGHT TO ENSURE THAT EVERY COMMUNITY HAS ACCESS TO CLEAN, SAFE, AND AFFORDABLE WATER."
WHAT IS THE CENTRAL BASIN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AND
WHY SHOULD YOU CARE?
Water is our most vital natural resource, and the Central Basin Municipal Water District (CBMWD) plays a crucial role in securing it for our community by working with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). However, the Metropolitan Water District sources from Northern California and the Colorado River has become increasingly expensive. Additionally, the mismanagement at Central Basin Municipal Water District over the past two decades has only made things worse, leading to skyrocketing costs for us all.
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As a result, many cities and their leaders have chosen to move away from relying on this water source, but fewer options mean higher prices. We must address this issue now to protect our communities from unnecessary rising costs while ensuring a sustainable water future.
MEET JOSUÉ ALVARADO
Josué Alvarado understands the importance of maintaining a reliable and affordable water supply for all communities. Previously, Josué served as a Whittier City Councilmember, Whittier Utility Authority Board member, and he has been a member of numerous Los Angeles County public health and safety advisory boards. Josué’s experience in local government taught him the importance of transparency, accountability, and collaboration and he will bring those skills to the Central Basin Municipal Water District Board.
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Josué earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration from California State University Fullerton and an Associate of Arts Degree from Rio Hondo College in General Education. As a local small business owner, real estate agent, and public servant, Josué's real-world experience in both the private and public sectors gives him a deep understanding of how to collaborate with all community stakeholders to improve our water district.
His experience with local government, community health and public safety boards, and professional organizations includes:
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Los Angeles County Assessment Appeals Board, 2022-present
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Los Angeles County Vector Control Board, 2016-2020
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Whittier City Councilmember, 2016-2020
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Whittier Utility Authority Board, 2016-2020
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Whittier Fiscal Budget Committee, 2016-2018
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Habitat Authority Board Alternate, 2016-2018
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Downey Association of Realtors
PRIORITIES
Increase fiscal accountability in the management of public funds at the Central Basin Municipal Water District.
Help cities and water districts protect our water resources, identify new ways to collaborate, and cut costs.
Work with the state leaders to develop alternative
ways to secure, store and access additional water resources,
for our cities and water districts.
Partner with State, Cities, and Municipal Water
Districts, to develop a better relationship with Central
Basin and to identify ways we can work together.
Expand the Central Basin Recycled Water Program
HOW DO I VOTE?
Ballots mailed October 7
Vote Centers open October 26
Election Day is November 5
WHO CAN VOTE?
CENTRAL BASIN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT 2
Residents of the following cities and unincorporated areas are eligible to vote in the Central Basin Municipal Water District 2 election on November 5, 2024. Visit LAVote.gov to learn more about the election.
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Whittier
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Unincorporated Whittier
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Bell Gardens
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Downey (parts of Northern Downey)
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La Habra Heights
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Norwalk (parts of Northern Norwalk)
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Pico Rivera
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Santa Fe Springs
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