Los Angeles Adds Food-Water Policy Expert to Metropolitan Water District Board
Event summary
- Paula Daniels, sustainable food and water policy leader, joined the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California board on May 13, 2026.
- Daniels currently serves as the inaugural executive director of the Los Angeles County Office of Food Systems.
- She was assigned to three key committees: Finance, Affordability, Asset Management, and Efficiency; Ethics; and Special Committee on Ag and Tribal Partnerships.
- Daniels has a background in law and has served on multiple California regulatory bodies and academic institutions.
The big picture
The appointment of Paula Daniels underscores the growing intersection of water and food security in Southern California's governance. Her extensive background in sustainability and public policy suggests a strategic shift towards integrating food systems into water management. This move aligns with broader trends in resource management, where cross-sector collaboration is becoming essential for long-term resilience.
What we're watching
- Policy Integration
- How Daniels' expertise in food systems will influence the Metropolitan Water District's approach to water security and sustainability.
- Committee Impact
- Whether her assignments to key committees will drive tangible changes in finance, ethics, and agricultural partnerships.
- Regulatory Alignment
- The pace at which her background in regulatory bodies will shape the district's compliance and strategic initiatives.
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