Cynthia McClain-Hill

As President of the Board, I am committed to leading the Department into the future, protecting the interests of ratepayers, and helping build a stronger Los Angeles through service, innovation, and opportunity.


Board President
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Committees:
Executive Standing Committee
Inyo/Los Angeles Standing Committee
Personnel Relations Standing Committee
Retirement Board Representative
Ad Hoc Advisory Committee Southern California Public Power Authority Policy Practice and Reform
Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Workforce and Employee Development


Bio

Priorities and Initiatives

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

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LA100 EQUITY STRATEGIES

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WOMEN'S COUNCIL

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LADWP CARES: KEEPING UTILITY BILLS AFFORDABLE

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News & Remarks

Recent remarks and press statements by Board President McClain-Hill.
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L.A. Water & Power Commissioners Unanimously Approve New Energy Services Policy Changes to Speed Construction, Lower Costs for 100% Affordable Housing Developments and Permanent Supportive Units

"Mayor Karen Bass has made clear her intention and one of her priorities is to promote and encourage developers to build affordable and permanent supportive housing that meet the needs of tens of thousands of women, men and families that presently make L.A.’s sidewalks, parks, and freeway underpasses their homes of last resort."

March 14, 2023
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Remarks by Board Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill About Black History Month and Women’s History Month

"I want to take a moment to underscore the unique significance of Black History Month. It’s a time of reflection, a necessary reconciliation of our nation’s authentic past filled with both darkness and light."

February 28, 2023
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New LADWP Employee Lactation Lounge Helps Ease Transition for Mothers Returning to Work

“New moms need to have the security of knowing they will have a dedicated place to pump milk when they return to the workplace."

February 13, 2023
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LADWP Customers Receive $85 Million in Utility Bill Assistance to Reduce Unpaid LADWP Electricity and City Sanitation Bills

"While we continue to emerge from the pandemic many of our families and businesses are still recovering financially from this devastating and unprecedented time. We will utilize every available resource and program that LADWP can access, to assist our most vulnerable customers."

January 18, 2023
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Board President McClain-Hill in Action


June 4, 2022
Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill commemorates LADWP fallen workers at memorial event. Click image to view video. 


May 12, 2022
Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill was an honoree at LAANE’s 2022 Women for a New Los Angeles luncheon, which brings together more than 700 women from across the country to celebrate women’s leadership and vision. McClain-Hill also delivered remarks at the event.


May 10, 2022
Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill shared remarks at the LADWP Board Meeting paying tribute to employees of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) descent in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
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May 9, 2022
Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill was an selected as one of the L.A. County Board of Supervisors and Commission for Women’s “Women of the Year.” The award recognizes women who have worked to bring about social and economic change, served as outstanding role models for women, worked on behalf of women’s issues or demonstrated outstanding performance within their professions to further advocate women’s rights.


January 2022
Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill peaks to Ashley Jung of the Girls Academic Leadership Academy. Click image to view video. 



Board of Water and Power Commission President Cynthia McClain-Hill  shares her vision about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at LADWP in a recent interview with "Inside the Issues" on Spectrum Television News. Click image to view video.