Welcome Two New Board Members for 2021

AWE is excited to announce the addition of two new Directors to our Board.

Julie Hernandez-Tomlin is the first woman to serve as First Deputy Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM). With 22 years of water utility experience, she brings a comprehensive understanding of budgeting and finance, personnel, labor relations and procurement to her position. Second-in-command of one of the world’s largest water utilities, she manages the daily operations of Chicago’s water system and provides the expertise necessary for implementing the vision of the department to lead the nation in providing high quality water in a cost effective and sustainable manner. Click here to learn more about Julie.

Paula Paciorek is the Water Programs and Education Manager for Houston Water. She is responsible for developing and guiding the strategy for water conservation efforts in Houston via the implementation of best management practices and measures and cost-effective programs within the City and through its residential, industrial-commercial-institutional (ICI) and wholesale customers. In addition, Paula is responsible for the development and implementation of resource recovery and water loss reduction strategies and measures, as well as the Drought Contingency plan. Click here to learn more about Paula.