CARLSBAD DESALINATION PROJECT - Key Persons

Claude "Bud" Lewis

Claude "Bud" Lewis dedicated nearly four decades to serving the residents of the City of Carlsbad and San Diego County. Affectionately known as "Bud" or "Buddy" to his constituents, Lewis served 16 years on the Carlsbad City Council and a record 24 years as mayor of the City of Carlsbad. In this capacity, Mayor Lewis served more than 15 years on the San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors. Committed to increasing water independence for San Diego County, he was a tireless advocate for water supply reliability projects, including the Carlsbad Desalination Project, and his ardent support proved instrumental in making the Carlsbad project a reality.

Jessica H. Jones

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Team
  • Director of Communcations

Josie McKinley

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Team
  • Director of Project Development

Michelle Powelson

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Team
  • Senior Environmental Scientist

Sachin Chawla

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Team
  • President of Poseidon Resources ( Channelside ) LP