The Rancho California Water District (Rancho Water/District) Board of Directors appointed Jason Martin as the new general manager, effective immediately. This decision comes after an extensive selection process, following Martin’s term as interim general manager since June 1, 2024.
Martin has been with Rancho Water since 2006 and previously served as the assistant general manager and director of administration. During his tenure, Marin oversaw key departments including customer service, IT, administration, and water use efficiency.
“Jason has years of experience leading teams at Rancho Water and has consistently demonstrated his dedication and leadership during his time with the district,” Board President John Rossi said. “His deep understanding of Rancho Water’s operations, combined with his forward-thinking approach, makes him the ideal choice to take on this important role. We are excited that one of our own Rancho Water staff is prepared to lead us into the future.”
Throughout his career at Rancho Water, Martin has spearheaded several key initiatives, including the regional CropSWAP program, a groundbreaking initiative that offers significant financial incentives for the implementation of sustainable practices, to empower farmers to use water more efficiently while fostering a resilient agricultural economy. In addition, Martin has led the way on the Water Resource Program, a series of infrastructure construction projects that will expand the district’s groundwater banking capacity and allow Rancho Water to purchase lower-cost water as a regional investment in long-term water supply storage.
“Stepping into this role is a true privilege,” Martin said. “I look forward to working closely with the board, our staff, and the community to ensure Rancho Water continues to lead the way in sustainable water management, innovation, and service excellence.”
Rancho Water services approximately 150 square miles and more than 46,000 service connections in Temecula, Murrieta, and parts of unincorporated Riverside County.
