Al Austin

About this race

Elected board of a local special district that provides water, irrigation water or sewer service in its area. These districts are funded mainly by customer rates and fees; the board sets those rates, adopts the budget and approves pipes, treatment plants and other projects.

4 candidates ran for Water Replenishment District of Southern California Member, Board of Directors, Division 003 (Los Angeles County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

About Al Austin

Political and Legislative Director, AFSCME California. Has served three terms on the Long Beach City Council representing the Eighth District and sits on the Long Beach Board of Utilities Commissioners, which oversees the city's water, sewer and gas services. He began his career as a UAW aerospace worker at McDonnell Douglas and Boeing and later worked as a state Senate district representative and as campaign director for the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Protecting groundwater and local water resources
• Safe, reliable groundwater for future generations
• Investing in a sustainable water future
• Connecting communities and improving infrastructure

Summarized in our words from source 1, source 2, source 3, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

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Also running

• Tracy Burns
• Mike Murchison
• Tonia Reyes Uranga

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Quick answers

What does the Water Replenishment District of Southern California Member, Board of Directors, Division 003 seat do?

Elected board of a local special district that provides water, irrigation water or sewer service in its area. These districts are funded mainly by customer rates and fees; the board sets those rates, adopts the budget and approves pipes, treatment plants and other projects.

Who is Al Austin running against?

Tracy Burns, Mike Murchison and Tonia Reyes Uranga, for Water Replenishment District of Southern California Member, Board of Directors, Division 003 (Los Angeles County).

Should I vote for Al Austin?

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