EBMUD Elects New Leadership, Approves Board Pay Hike in Split Vote
Board of Directors • East Bay Municipal Utility DistrictJanuary 13, 2026
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The East Bay Municipal Utility District rang in 2026 with a leadership shuffle, a detailed primer on new state transparency rules, and a 7.23% pay raise for board members that drew the meeting's only contested vote. With reservoirs sitting at 114% of average storage despite a dry start to winter, the utility enters the year in solid operational shape—but will need more rain and snow to stay there.
Luz Gómez elected Board President; Director Lewis named Vice President for 2026.
Board approves prospective 7.23% salary increase in 5–1–1 roll call; Director April Chan votes no, Director Odie abstains.
Legal counsel walks board through sweeping SB 707 Brown Act changes, including mandatory remote access, multilingual agenda translations, and social media restrictions.
Federal lobbyist warns of "unprecedented" political dynamics in Washington; PFAS liability protections top district's DC wishlist.
Water supply remains healthy at 83% of capacity, but recent storms only partially offset below-average precipitation; more rain needed.
The board opened the year by electing new leadership, elevating Luz Gómez to President and Director Lewis to Vice President for 2026.
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