Division VI
Jorge Marquez
In 2013, Jorge was elected to the Covina City Council and later served twice as Mayor. During his tenure, he held various leadership roles across Southern California, including Regional Councilmember for the 33rd District of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). He also chaired SCAG’s Community, Economic, and Human Development Committee, addressing issues related to community growth, economic development, and human development across the region.
With extensive regional water experience, Jorge represented cities with pumping rights as Chairman of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority (WQA). The Water Quality Authority leads efforts to manage groundwater quality, oversee contamination remediation, and prevent future pollution. He is also an appointed member of the Water Appeals Board for the County of Los Angeles.
Jorge also served a two-year term on the Board of Directors for the Covina Irrigating Company, contributing to the management and oversight of one of the region's oldest mutual water companies, ensuring sustainable water delivery and infrastructure development. On the community front, he is currently active with the Covina Valley Optimist Club and Pomona Kiwanis Club. He’s was also inducted to the Charter Oak Education Foundations Hall of Fame for his continuous support in the education field and selected as an honoree for Labor Council for Latin American Advancement in 2018.
Bringing a broad professional and community background to the Three Valleys area, Jorge is committed to leveraging his experience to ensure sustainable water management and high water quality for Pomona and surrounding communities.
On a personal note, Jorge has been married to his wife, Alma, since 2015, and they are proud parents to their young daughter, Matilda.
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