Table of Contents

3 News
Water Quality Restoration Website
Water Quality in the News
Eland Solar
CAISO Market

4 In Focus
LADWP Responds to Wind-Driven Fires of January 2025

5 Contact
New Executive Appointments
Workday Update
Owens Valley Clothing Store
Valve Training Model
Crews in the Community

6 Careers
Position Spotlight: Hydrographer
Mechanical Engineering Drafting Technician
Job Opportunities List
Welcome New Employees

7 Alumni
Retiree Spotlight: Richard Olguin
In Memoriam
Retirements

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City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
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