Mike Murchison is running for the Southern California Water Replenishment Board Division 3 seat in the Nov. 3 general election. The nonpartisan race includes three other certified candidates: Al Austin, Tonia Reyes Uranga and Tracy Burns.

Candidate information

On the issues

The following positions are drawn from Murchison's campaign website and reflect the candidate's own statements.

Murchison said he has dedicated his career to bringing together communities, public agencies and environmental stakeholders to address water challenges. He said he would protect groundwater basins, invest in replenishment and work toward a reliable, affordable water supply for future generations.

On fiscal policy, Murchison said every dollar should be accounted for and that he would bring fiscal responsibility, transparent decision-making and careful oversight of public funds to the board.

On climate, Murchison said the region must create a sustainable system that protects water resources as it faces droughts and climate change.

Endorsements

Mike Murchison’s campaign for the Water Replenishment District Board is endorsed by local elected officials, former public officials, and labor and business organizations.

Supporters include the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters and the Long Beach Restaurant Association; Long Beach Councilmembers Mary Zendejas, Cindy Allen, Daryl Supernaw, and Dr. Joni Ricks Oddie; and Los Angeles Councilmember Tim McOsker.

Murchison also lists endorsements from Artesia leaders Rene Trevino, Melissa Ramoso, Ali Taj, Zeel Ahir, and Monica Manalo, and Signal Hill leaders Tina Hansen, Charlie Honeycutt, Keir Jones, Lori Woods, and Robert Copeland. Former councilmembers Gary DeLong, Rae Gabelich, Joe Buscaino, and Rudy Svorinich round out a coalition spanning several communities served by the district.

Policy positions reflect the candidate's own statements and have not been independently verified.