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Safe, reliable, affordable water for our community.

Joe Grindstaff brings more than 40 years of water industry experience to the EMWD Board of Directors, working for transparent decisions and a water supply Division 3 can count on.

Former CA Deputy Secretary for Water Policy

California Natural Resources Agency

Former Water Agency General Manager

Led local and regional water agencies

Served both parties

Appointed by Republicans and Democrats

Started as a lab technician

Four decades in water, from the lab up

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ABOUT JOE

An experienced leader in the water industry

Joe started in water as a lab technician in college. Over the next 40 years he served as General Manager at local and regional water agencies and shaped state water policy as California's Deputy Secretary for Water Policy.

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He has worked for and been appointed by both Republicans and Democrats, always putting the needs of the community first. On the EMWD board, he brings that experience to every decision about our water.

PRIORITIES

​What Joe is working toward

On the EMWD board, Joe focuses on four commitments to the people and businesses who count on our water every day.

Reliable supply

Planning ahead with local supplies, storage and conservation so dry years don't become emergencies.

Affordable rates

Responsible spending and long-term investment that keep water within reach for every household.

High-quality water

Science, testing and well-run treatment that protect public health at every tap.

Transparency

Open, collaborative decisions and clear explanations of what's happening with our water.

Water issues, explained

EMWD RESOURCES

Helpful links for EMWD customers

Quick ways to check your water quality, rates and watering schedule.

​Water Quality Report

Annual Consumer Confidence Report on your drinking water.

​Rates and Fees

Current water and wastewater charges.

​Monthly Watering Schedule

Suggested watering days and run times.

​Landscapes for Living

Free outdoor irrigation assessment and rebates.

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