Meena Westford
Director of Imported Water @San Diego County Water Authority
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Imported Water @San Diego County Water Authority
San Diego, CA, US
Advise the General Manager on complex and emerging issues impacting the Water Authority, providing strategic insights and policy recommendations. • Develop and recommend implementation strategies for water supply programs, agency policies, and long-term planning goals. • Cultivate strong working relationships with community stakeholders, civic and environmental organizations, member agencies, and government entities at the local, state, and federal levels. • Leads the development of complex initiatives related to the transfer, exchange, or sale of Water Authority assets to third parties, aligning with agency goals and water reliability objectives. • Represents the Water Authority in high-level discussions and negotiations, ensuring transparency, collaboration, and strategic alignment across diverse interests.
EDUCATION
University of Denver
Master, Environmental Policy and Management
University of California, San Diego
Continuing education, Spanish
San Diego State University
BA, Resource Economics
SKILLS
ABOUT MEENA WESTFORD
With more than 33 years in the water management industry, I am a strategic and solutions-driven water resources executive passionate about ensuring safe, affordable, and reliable drinking water while advancing long-term sustainability.As Director of Imported Water and Strategic Initiatives at the San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA), I work closely with the General Manager to guide complex water supply initiatives—including third-party transfers, exchanges, and resource portfolio optimization. I lead cross-agency collaboration, serve as a liaison to local, state, federal, and Tribal partners, and help develop communications strategies around high-priority efforts such as Colorado River water management.Throughout my career, I’ve cultivated strong relationships across diverse sectors, helped resolve complex water challenges, and supported policy development that protects water reliability for millions of people. I bring a collaborative mindset, deep technical expertise, and a belief in the power of efficiency, equity, and innovation in water resource management.I am a frequent speaker at regional and national water conferences, serve on multiple advisory boards and interagency working groups, and have been recognized for my role in advancing landmark agreements on water supply reliability and cross-border water cooperation.
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