Stewardship · Public Service · Accountability
Vrsalovich incumbent for FMWD Division 2
A professional engineer and water agency senior manager asking to serve Altadena on the Foothill Municipal Water District board — with reliable water, fire recovery, and careful spending as the job description.
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Meet John
Experienced water leadership,
focused on our community.
John Vrsalovich has built his career delivering major public water infrastructure and helping public agencies make sound, accountable decisions. As a professional engineer and water agency senior manager, he brings practical experience in engineering, construction, procurement, capital planning, and the long-term stewardship of public infrastructure.
For Division 2, that experience matters more than ever. Altadena's water providers are recovering from the Eaton Fire while planning for the next generation of reliable, resilient service. John believes FMWD should be a strong partner to its member agencies and a careful steward of every public dollar.
- Proven leadership on infrastructure at one of the world's largest water agencies
- A consistent advocate for responsible spending and fiscal accountability
- Committed to service reliability, emergency preparedness, and environmental stewardship
- Dedicated to transparent governance and real community engagement
Experience rooted in service: John has spent decades working on public water infrastructure and has served local water agencies in Altadena, bringing both technical expertise and firsthand community perspective to the work.
Community
Listening to Division 2's agencies and neighbors, and working together for stronger communities.
Reliability
Building and maintaining resilient infrastructure for a dependable water supply.
Integrity
Leading with honesty, transparency, and accountability to the people FMWD serves.
Sustainability
Protecting our environment and securing water resources for generations to come.
Priorities
Six things worth getting right for Division 2.
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Reliable and resilient water
Invest wisely in facilities, interconnections, emergency capacity, and infrastructure that can withstand fire, earthquake, drought, and other disruptions.
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Altadena recovery
Support member agencies as they rebuild after the Eaton Fire and pursue a stronger, more resilient water system for the community's future.
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Affordability and accountability
Scrutinize costs, prioritize high-value investments, pursue outside funding, and make decisions with the long-term interests of ratepayers in mind.
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Strong local partnerships
Work constructively with Division 2's local water agencies and regional partners while respecting the needs and identity of the communities they serve.
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Water supply security
Plan for dependable imported and local supplies, conservation, emergency preparedness, and the realities of an increasingly uncertain water future.
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Transparent governance
Ask hard questions, explain decisions clearly, and make district business accessible to the people FMWD ultimately serves.
The Eaton Fire — a personal impact
For my family, resilience is not an abstract idea.
The Eaton Fire changed my family's life and reinforced, in the most personal way possible, how essential resilient infrastructure, emergency preparedness, and dependable water service are to Altadena.
Our family experienced the destruction directly. In the aftermath, we returned to the neighborhood, worked through the debris and recovery process, and saw firsthand what families throughout Altadena were facing. That experience deepened my commitment to rebuilding stronger and making sure our local water systems are prepared for the emergencies ahead.
Division 2
Serving Altadena's water community.
Foothill Municipal Water District provides wholesale water service and regional support to local member agencies. Division 2 is centered in the Altadena area.
Division 2 deserves a director who understands water systems, public infrastructure, and the responsibility that comes with making decisions for the future.John Vrsalovich
Community support for experienced water leadership
Endorsements
Endorsements are added here as they are received. Check back for updates from community members, water leaders, public officials, and organizations supporting John Vrsalovich for FMWD Division 2.
Endorsed by
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“John has been a consistent supporter and advocate for water issues in Altadena. With his leadership as director on the Foothill MWD board, John was instrumental in securing $4 million in funding from the State of California to aid in the rebuilding of damaged water systems in Altadena.”
John Bednarski President, Las Flores Mutual Water Company · Altadena -
“John’s deep expertise in local water infrastructure and proven professional track record make him the clear choice for FMSD Division 2. He approaches complex problems rationally and leads with integrity—exactly what Altadena needs to navigate the critical challenges and opportunities of our ongoing recovery.”
Morgan Whirledge Altadena resident · Chair, Altadena Town Council Rebuild and Infrastructure Committee - Garry Bryant Director, Division 1, Foothill Municipal Water District
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“John has the integrity and experience we need handling important decisions on our water quality and supply.”
Steve Barkan Altadena neighbor and Rubio Canyon customer/member - Laura Olhasso Director, Division 4, Foothill Municipal Water District · former Mayor and City Councilmember, City of La Cañada Flintridge
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“John is the right person for the job. He is knowledgeable on the existing conditions and constraints and he is forward-thinking — a responsible champion for planning for a stronger future for our community and its water needs.”
Angela Uriu Altadena resident · Las Flores Water Co. customer - Bryan Hildreth Neighborhood Support!
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“We need a neighbor like John to represent our interests—he is going through this with Altadena and facing the same issues we all are, who better to stand strong for us?”
Karen Chamberlain Altadena resident and Rubio Canyon customer - Jay Mohr Director, Rubio Cañon Land & Water Association
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“Integrity, Intelligent, Intent”
Rich Nagel Vice President and Client Account Manager, Jacobs · former General Manager, West Basin Municipal Water District -
“John has many years of direct involvement within the complex arena of water management in Altadena, FMWD and California in general. His comprehensive knowledge and experience enables him to continue providing expert guidance to the operations of FMWD and it’s member agencies.”
Dave Mosher Director, Las Flores Mutual Water Company - Tiffany Choi Shareholder, Rubio Cañon Land & Water Association
- Wes Stroben La Cañada Irrigation District ratepayer
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“John brings deep professional experience in water infrastructure and a strong understanding of the challenges facing Altadena’s water systems. I appreciate his focus on reliability, resilience, accountability, and sound stewardship.”
Tim Brunold Altadena resident -
Zaire Calvin
Altadena Community Organizer
- Kevin Callahan La Cañada Flintridge resident
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“John Vrsalovich has a depth of knowledge in water policy, planning and implementation.”
LaDrena Dansby Director, Division 3, Foothill Municipal Water District · Altadena resident -
Wilberta Richardson
President & ACT-SO Chair, Altadena NAACP
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