— Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District, a provider of reliable, cost-effective, high quality water and wastewater services has selected John Vega to fill the position of Director of Operations. 

Mr. Vega brings over 25 years of experience to the District and will oversee the water, wastewater, and maintenance divisions.

Mr. Vega has been with the Cucamonga Valley Water District as the Director of Operations for the past ten years.  Prior to that, Mr. Vega served as General Manager of the Victor Valley Water District.  Mr. Vega has also served as the Water Department Superintendent for the City of Glendora and the Water Distribution Supervisor for the City of Lakewood.  "John’s experience and leadership abilities are just what EVMWD is looking for," said Ron Young, EVMWD General Manager. "John’s vast water and wastewater operational knowledge will help ensure the continued success of EVMWD."

John obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management in Engineering Studies.  John also has a Water Treatment Operator Grade 5 and Water Distribution Operator Grade 5 certifications from the State of California.

Married for over 22 years to Barbara, a middle school health clerk, they have 3 children; 2 boys both in college playing soccer and a daughter in high school.

"I see an organization positioned, not only to grow in terms of its service area, but that will invest in its staff, so the organization can continue to provide reliable and cost effective water and wastewater service," said Vega.  "As Director of Operations, I will bring operations knowledge and managerial experience to promote team work, mentoring and support of the Districts goals to achieve the vision of the organization."

EVMWD provides service to over 133,000 water, wastewater and agricultural customers in a 96-square mile service area in Western Riverside County. The District is a sub-agency of the Western Municipal Water District and a member agency of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. You can visit the District’s Web site at www.evmwd.com for additional information