Contact: Mike Wade, Blueprint Communications Committee

Phone: (916) 391-5030 mwade@farmwater.org

March 4, 2024

Eddie Ocampo of Self-Help Enterprises Elected as Chair of Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley

[San Joaquin Valley, California – March 4, 2024] – The Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley is pleased to announce the election of Eddie Ocampo, Director of Community Sustainability at Self-Help Enterprises, as its new Chair. Ocampo brings a wealth of experience and expertise in water management and community development to his new role, and the board is confident in his ability to lead the organization forward.

Ocampo expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity, stating, “I am honored to serve as the president of the Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley. I look forward to working with stakeholders across the region to advance our shared goals of sustainable water management and equitable access to resources.”

In addition to Ocampo’s election, the Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley welcomes two new directors to its board:

Daniel Hartwig, representing the California Fresh Fruit Association. Hartwig brings extensive knowledge of agricultural water use and conservation practices to the board, as well as a commitment to promoting the interests of fruit growers in the region.

Priscilla Rodriguez, from the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association, also joins the Blueprint board. Rodriguez handles regulatory and legislative issues for the Association, with a focus on water and food safety matters, as well as working on air quality and safety. Her expertise on water policy will be invaluable as the Blueprint continues its efforts to address the water challenges facing the San Joaquin Valley.

“We are thrilled to welcome Daniel Hartwig and Priscilla Rodriguez to the board,” said Ocampo. “Their insights and perspectives will be instrumental in guiding our work and shaping the future of water management in the San Joaquin Valley.”

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The Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley is a collaborative initiative bringing together stakeholders from agriculture, industry, government, and non-profit organizations to address the region’s water challenges. Through research, advocacy, and community engagement, the Water Blueprint works to develop sustainable water management solutions that support economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and social equity in the San Joaquin Valley.

For more information about the Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley and its leadership team, please visit waterblueprintca.com.