Fauzia Rizvi
2020 - Present
2028
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Fauzia Rizvi is a member of the Western Municipal Water District in California, representing Division 5. She assumed office on December 4, 2020. Her current term ends on December 1, 2028.
Rizvi ran for re-election to the Western Municipal Water District to represent Division 5 in California. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Rizvi completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Fauzia Rizvi's career experience includes working in accounting. As of 2024, Rizvi was affiliated with For the People Task Force, a nonprofit food bank.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Municipal elections in Riverside County, California (2024)
General election
General election for Western Municipal Water District Division 5
Incumbent Fauzia Rizvi defeated Michael Martinez Scott and Scott Wilson in the general election for Western Municipal Water District Division 5 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Fauzia Rizvi (Nonpartisan)  | 58.2 | 36,633 |
| Michael Martinez Scott (Nonpartisan) | 22.9 | 14,417 | ||
| Scott Wilson (Nonpartisan) | 18.8 | 11,845 | ||
| Total votes: 62,895 | |||
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Endorsements
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2022
See also: California State Assembly elections, 2022
General election
General election for California State Assembly District 63
Bilal Essayli defeated Fauzia Rizvi in the general election for California State Assembly District 63 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Bilal Essayli (R) | 58.6 | 82,613 |
| Fauzia Rizvi (D) | 41.4 | 58,346 | |
| Total votes: 140,959 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for California State Assembly District 63
Fauzia Rizvi and Bilal Essayli defeated Clint Lorimore in the primary for California State Assembly District 63 on June 7, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Fauzia Rizvi (D) | 40.0 | 33,456 |
| ✔ | | Bilal Essayli (R) | 34.2 | 28,659 |
 | Clint Lorimore (R) | 25.8 | 21,598 | |
| Total votes: 83,713 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
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2020
See also: Municipal elections in Riverside County, California (2020)
General election
General election for Western Municipal Water District Division 5
Fauzia Rizvi defeated Eugene Montanez, incumbent S.R. Lopez, and Scott Wilson in the general election for Western Municipal Water District Division 5 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Fauzia Rizvi (Nonpartisan) | 46.0 | 32,166 |
| Eugene Montanez (Nonpartisan) | 27.1 | 18,967 | ||
| S.R. Lopez (Nonpartisan) | 14.7 | 10,274 | ||
| Scott Wilson (Nonpartisan) | 12.1 | 8,457 | ||
| Total votes: 69,864 | |||
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2018
General election
General election for Corona City Council District 4
James Steiner defeated Fauzia Rizvi, Doug Husen, and Gerald Myers Jr. in the general election for Corona City Council District 4 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | James Steiner (Nonpartisan) | 51.4 | 5,112 |
| Fauzia Rizvi (Nonpartisan) | 24.0 | 2,383 | |
| Doug Husen (Nonpartisan) | 22.7 | 2,254 | ||
| Gerald Myers Jr. (Nonpartisan) | 2.0 | 196 | ||
| Total votes: 9,945 | |||
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Fauzia Rizvi completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Rizvi's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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• Infrastructure Enhancement: Successfully completed critical upgrades to our water systems, which have reduced waste and improved efficiency, all while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Implemented innovative water conservation programs and latest technologies, setting our district’s environmental stewardship benchmark.
• Community Engagement: Strengthened communication with residents, ensuring your voices are heard and your concerns addressed through regular updates.
• Financial Stewardship: Upheld transparency and accountability in our financial practices, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used wisely and effectively.- Commitment to Clean Water: I prioritize providing our community with safe, reliable, and clean water through sustainable practices and strong infrastructure.
- Community Engagement: I believe in listening to your concerns and ideas, ensuring that every resident has a voice in shaping our water policies and practices.
- Sustainable Solutions: I am dedicated to addressing climate change and finding innovative solutions that protect our water resources for future generations.
I am also dedicated to addressing climate change and its effects on our water supply. I want to find new solutions to protect our environment. It’s important to involve the community in these discussions because together we can create a strong future for our water systems. Your input matters as we work toward these goals!
Direct Impact on Community: It addresses issues that directly affect residents' daily lives, such as water quality, infrastructure, and resource management.
Local Governance: It operates at the local level, allowing for more direct engagement with constituents and the ability to respond quickly to community needs.
Expertise in Specific Areas: Officials often have specialized knowledge in areas like environmental policy, public health, or engineering, which helps inform sound decision-making.
Balancing Interests: The office plays a crucial role in balancing the needs of the community with environmental sustainability and resource conservation.
Long-term Planning: It focuses on long-term strategies for managing resources, ensuring that future generations have access to essential services.
Collaboration: This office often collaborates with other government agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to address complex challenges effectively.
Leadership
Vision
Dedication
Empathy
Making Informed Decisions
Ensuring Transparency
Managing Budgets and Resources
Emergency Management: This office often plays a crucial role in managing water supply during emergencies, such as droughts or natural disasters, ensuring that residents have access to essential resources.
Regulatory Oversight: It may have the authority to set regulations on water quality and usage, monitoring compliance to protect public health and the environment.
Community Outreach: The office is responsible for educating the community about water conservation practices and sustainable usage, helping residents understand their role in resource management.
Funding Allocation: It can secure and allocate funding for local infrastructure projects, such as improving water systems and conservation initiatives, which directly benefit the community.
Collaboration with Other Agencies: This office often collaborates with various governmental and non-profit organizations to address broader issues like climate change and water rights, impacting regional policies.
Understanding of Processes: Experienced individuals are more familiar with the legislative and regulatory processes, which helps them navigate the complexities of governance more effectively.
Established Relationships: Previous experience often means established connections with other officials, agencies, and community organizations, which can aid in collaboration and resource sharing.
Policy Knowledge: A background in government or politics provides insights into policy development and implementation, allowing officials to make informed decisions that benefit the community.
Crisis Management Skills: Those with prior experience are often better equipped to handle crises and unexpected challenges, having learned valuable lessons from past situations.
Community Engagement: Experience can enhance an official’s ability to engage with constituents, understand their concerns, and effectively communicate policies and decisions.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills help in conveying policies, engaging with constituents, and addressing concerns effectively.
Problem-Solving: Creative thinking and the ability to develop practical solutions to challenges are vital for addressing community needs.
Public Policy Knowledge: Understanding the intricacies of local, state, and federal regulations helps in navigating the legal landscape and ensuring compliance.
Direct Impact: It deals with issues that affect people’s everyday lives, like water quality and local infrastructure.
Local Focus: Being part of the community means it can quickly respond to residents’ needs and concerns.
Expert Knowledge: Officials often have special training or knowledge in areas like environmental science or public health, which helps them make good decisions.
Promoting Sustainability: The office works to encourage practices that protect the environment while meeting community needs.
Resource Management: It manages essential resources, ensuring they are available for today and future generations.
CA STATE ASSEMBLYMEMEBR SABRINA CERVANTES
RIVERSIDE COUNTY SUPERVISOR CHUCK WASHINGTON,
CORONA CITY MAYOR TOM RICHINS, COUNCILMEMBER JIM STEINER, WES SPEAKE, TONY DADDARIO & JACQUE CASILLAS
NORCO MAYOR KEVIN BASH AND CITY COUNICILMEMBER KATHRINE ALEMAN
JURUPA VALLEY CITY MAYOR GUILLERMO SILVA, COUNCILMEMBER CHRIS BARAJAS & LESLIE ALTAMIRANO
LAKE ELSINORE COUNCILMEMBER TIM SHERIDAN
EASTVALE CITY COUNCILMEMBER JOCELYN YOW
ARTESIA CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ALI SAJJAD TAJ
WESTERN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT PRESIDENT MIKE GARDNER, VICE PRESIDENT LAURA ROUGHTON & DIRECTOR GRACIE TORRES
CNUSD TRUSTEE MARY ELLEN YBARRA
Financial Transparency means making sure people can see how their tax money is spent. When budgets and spending are clear, residents can understand where funds go, helping to prevent waste and misuse.
Government Accountability means that elected officials should answer for their actions. They need to listen to the community, address concerns, and explain their decisions. When officials know they are accountable, they are more likely to focus on what’s best for the people they serve.
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2022
Fauzia Rizvi completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Rizvi's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Focus on lifting-up businesses impacted by the pandemic and inflation.
- Rebuild our local economy through workforce development programs.
- Address the housing crisis and make homeownership more affordable
My commitment to you as your Assemblymember:
-Focus on lifting-up businesses impacted by the pandemic
-Rebuild our local economy through workforce development programs
-Invest in our local infrastructure
–Enhance and improve veterans’ services
Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.
2020
Fauzia Rizvi did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 26, 2024
