LWV League of Women Voters of California
Los Angeles County, CA November 7, 2000 Election
Smart Voter Joseph C. Reichenberger

Candidate for
Member, Board of Directors; San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District; Division 3

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Professor/Civil Engineer
  • Bachelors & Masters Degrees, Civil Engineering
  • Registered Professional Engineer in California & 4 other western states. Over 36 years of civil engineering practice in the water field
  • Teach senior & graduate level classes in water resources, water quality & water treatment at Loyola Marymount University
  • Prior to teaching was regional manager for environmental engineering firm
  • Diplomate of the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and a member of the Sierra Club
  • Nearly 30 year resident of Monterey Park & Member of the Water District Board for 10 years
Top Priorities if Elected
  • Maintain rate for imported water at lowest level possible, currently about 1/2 of Metropolitan's rate
  • Continue to lower property tax rate without jeopardizing reserves
  • Continue to support projects that drought-proof the District & clean-up groundwater
Position Papers
Water Supply is a Complex Issue
Water supply in California is a complex issue. Experience and technical expertise is essential to making the correct decisions. Don't play politics with your water. Entrust your water district to a professional.
My Record on the Board
During my term on the Board of Directors, I have lowered the tax rate, maintained water rates the lowest in the valley, voted against raising director fees, supported a toilet rebate program, and secured a low interest loan for the City of Monterey Park.
 
Key Endorsements
  • "Frank" Venti, Mayor; Fred Balderama, & Judy Chu Councilmembers
  • Loise Davis, Treasurer, Gregory Tse, Song Park, Vern Heitman
  • Joe & Maxine Rubin, Bob Belcher, Nancy Arcuri, & "The Citizen's Voice"
Campaign Contact Information
E-mail: jreichen@lmu.edu


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