The Municipal Water District of Orange County’s (MWDOC) Water Policy Forum & Dinners feature high-profile speakers at the forefront of current public policy debate and discussion. Water industry experts, political and regulatory officials, and other notable figures are asked to present on key water issues and initiatives.
Join us as we welcome and congratulate Deven Upadhyay, the newly appointed General Manager of The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan), as our keynote speaker. With over two decades of experience at Metropolitan, Deven Upadhyay has been instrumental in shaping Southern California’s water future through leadership in system operations, engineering, and resource management. He will share his vision and strategies for addressing the region’s evolving water challenges.
This must-attend event is an invaluable opportunity for those invested in water policy, sustainability, and regional planning. Connect with industry leaders, decision-makers, and water experts while engaging in meaningful discussions about the future of our water supply.
On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, MWDOC hosted a Water Policy Forum & Dinner. The evening showcased the insights, perspectives, strategies, and visions of several new water general managers from Southern California.
On Thursday, June 22, 2023, MWDOC held a Water Policy Forum & Dinner featuring keynote speaker Ed Ring, contributing editor, senior fellow, co-founder, and first President of the California Policy Center.
Honoring a Legacy
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, MWDOC honored the legacy of their beloved general manager, Rob Hunter. Adán Ortega, newly elected chair of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, led a panel of Southern California water industry leaders to discuss water policy and supply issues that inspired and challenged Rob’s work as MWDOC’s General Manager for nearly a decade.
On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, MWDOC held a Water Policy Forum & Dinner welcoming keynote speaker E. Joaquin Esquivel, Chair of the State Water Resources Control Board. From investments in clean drinking water to improving water system administration in the state, Chair Esquivel shared his perspective on the critical importance of local management of watersheds to ensure all Californians have access to clean, safe, affordable drinking water.