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Briefing Book, Water and Power Infrastructure Plans Published
The LADWP 2022-23 Briefing Book is now available for reading and downloading. Published annually since 2013, the Briefing Book highlights LADWP’s accomplishments, operations, programs and policies and initiatives. This year’s publication includes an overview of LADWP’s financial activities for fiscal years 2017-18 through 2021-2022. The publication serves as a communication tool to build customer confidence and share LADWP’s successes as we execute our mission, goals and objectives. Employees are encouraged to take time and read the Briefing Book to gain a deeper understanding of LADWP, and to use it as a reference for Department information to share with our customers and other important stakeholders. Printed copies of the 2022-23 Briefing Book may be requested by calling (213) 367- 1323.
Learn about the vast infrastructure that comprises LADWP’s water and power systems, our accomplishments and goals, and the ongoing investments that ensure reliable water and power service for customers. The 2022-23 Water Infrastructure Plan (WIP) describes the condition and replacement cycles of 6,800 miles of mainlines and 544 miles of trunk lines throughout the city, along with large valves, reservoirs and tanks, pump stations, water meters and the Los Angeles Aqueduct system. The 2022-23 Power Infrastructure Plan (PIP) includes information about power reliability and planned upgrades and replacements of components within our distribution, substation, transmission and generation systems. Both documents are available for downloading, visit www.ladwpnews.com/publications and click on the WIP or the PIP. To request printed copies, call (213) 367-1323.
LADWP Crews Prepare for Runoff from Record Snowpack Melt
On April 25, LADWP announced that we have begun preparing early for this year’s runoff based on lessons learned from the last extreme wet year in 2017. The historic snowpack levels in the Eastern Sierra of 296 percent of normal translates into runoff that is 233 percent of normal. That translates into 1 million acre feet, or 326-billion gallons of water that will need to be managed. The runoff season—the period in which temperatures rise and the snow melts – is expected to last through the summer months, requiring significant preparation work and coordination with partner agencies in the Eastern Sierra to implement public safety measures to mitigate the potential for flooding.
“We have had crews and personnel making the necessary preparations since last December and are ready to respond when the snow begins to melt,” said Anselmo Collins, Senior Assistant General Manager of LADWP’s Water System. “A typical runoff season can last anywhere from May to June. However, with our record snowpack this year and the volume of water that translates into once the snow melts, the season may push through to August.”
Read more on LADWP News.
LADWP Board Approves “Project PowerHouse” Pilot
Los Angeles Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill introduced a board motion directing LADWP staff to develop measures to cover the substantial cost of public right-of-way power infrastructure upgrades for 100 percent affordable and permanent supportive housing developments in Los Angeles, and accelerate the utility’s processes and schedules for identifying an affordable housing developer’s precise power services needs. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board during the Board meeting on March 14. Under the newly-approved “Project PowerHouse” pilot program, developers with pending affordable housing projects – undertaken in accordance with Mayor Bass’ recently issued emergency declaration – would work closely with LADWP staff regarding their 100 percent affordable housing project’s expected power needs and do so at the beginning of their project’s planning phase rather than near the end of their project’s approval timeline with L.A. City Planning.
Read more on LADWP News.
Organizational Changes
Arnold Esqueda
Edith Williams
Photos by Chris Corsmeier
On April 10, Arnold Esqueda was appointed Director of Security Services Division. Esqueda has 30 years of experience with LADWP Security Services. He has served in the roles of Security Officer, Lead Security Officer, Senior Security Officer, Principal Security Officer, Chief Security Officer, Interim Director and now permanent Director of Security Services. The knowledge and experience that he gained, as well as the relationships he established throughout the years, will enhance Esqueda’s ability to advance and implement important safety and security measures across LADWP.
On March 27, Edith Williams was appointed Director of Supply Chain Services. Ms. Williams has both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Public Administration from California State University, Los Angeles, and brings over 30 years of experience in procurement and supply chain services, as well as knowledge of the Department, procurement guidelines and industry standards.
Congratulations to Nancy Sutley, who has left her position as Senior Assistant General Manager of External and Regulatory Affairs, and accepted a Mayoral appointment as Deputy Mayor of Energy and Sustainability, which includes oversight of LADWP. Organizational changes were made to realign the groups previously reporting to Sutley. Read more in the Bulletins below.
Bulletin: Realignment of External and Regulatory Affairs
Bulletin: Re-Alignment of Environmental Affairs, Efficiency Solutions and Electrification of Transportation
Green Team Celebrates 10th Anniversary
On April 18, Board Vice President Cynthia Ruiz, Commissioners Nurit Katz and Mia Lehrer, and General Manager and Chief Engineer Martin L. Adams joined staff to celebrate 10 years of green initiatives at the Department at the Green Team’s 10th Anniversary and Earth Week event. About 200 guests learned about the Green Team’s efforts related to sustainability, biodiversity, food recovery and volunteerism by partaking in panel discussions and a tour of the aeroponic pods right outside the cafeteria at JFB.
Since 2013, the Green Team has been working on various sustainability initiatives to help raise awareness and to protect the planet. Under the leadership of former Chief Sustainability Officer Nancy Sutley (now Deputy Mayor for Energy and Sustainability under Mayor Karen Bass), the Green Team found its voice and flourished to become an employee engagement program that helps embed sustainability within LADWP’s culture.
View images from the event below, photos by Art Mochizuki.
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