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Water in California is complicated and governing water use is arguably even more complicated. Here's what you need to know when water agencies show up on the ballot.… and governing water use is arguably even more complicated. Local water agencies are as diverse as the communities and landscapes of California. There are thousands of agencies across the state, both public and private, that provide water.
The primary responsibility of any agency overseeing a drinking water system is to keep water safe and clean. The Water Replenishment District of Southern California manages groundwater serving 4 million people from Long Beach to Inglewood to Whittier, a total of 43 cities across southern L.A. county. To serve on a water board, candidates have to live in the specific area the board serves, just like running for city council or the school board.
The TVMWD provides water to 13 agencies in the Pomona, Walnut and eastern San Gabriel Valleys, including the cities of Pomona, La Verne, Glendora and parts of Azusa and Covina. The LPVCWD provides water to residents within parts of La Puente and the City of Industry, as well as Avocado Heights.The ODWD serves about 20,000 people, mostly within the city of Whittier. The five-member board of directors serve terms of four years.The PWD serves customers in parts of the city of Palmdale and Antelope Valley. The five-member board serves four year terms.The SWD provides water to about 6,500 people in the city of Villa Park and a small portion of the city of Orange.
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