San Bernardino Valley Mourns the Loss of Board Vice President by San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District Oct 29, 2024 Member Submitted News SAN BERNARDINO – It is with deep sorrow we announce the sudden passing of Dr. June Hayes, Vice President and valued board member for San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District. Her dedication and leadership were instrumental to the mission of San Bernardino Valley, and her presence will be truly missed by those who knew and worked with her. Elected to the Board of Directors in 2016 and re-elected in 2020, Dr. Hayes represented Division I, covering areas of Rialto and Fontana, including the Fontana Water Company, Marigold Mutual Water Company, Rialto Water Services, and West Valley Water District. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping San Bernardino Valley’s future and strengthening its role as a leader in watershed resilience. “The passing of Dr. June Hayes is a tremendous loss, not only for San Bernardino Valley, but the region as a whole,” said Paul Kielhold, Board President of San Bernardino Valley. “She embraced the responsibility of serving our communities by promoting collaboration and exhibiting a deep curiosity for innovative solutions. Dr. Hayes further exemplified her commitment to future generations through her involvement in various committees, including the Climate Resiliency Standing Committee, ACWA/JPIA, and Headwaters Resiliency Partnership Standing Committee. Additionally, she served as Chair of the Board of Directors’ Resource/ Engineering Workshops. Her career extended beyond water management to mental health advocacy and clinical psychology, where she served as a clinic manager within the San Bernardino County Mental Health System and later specialized in Workers’ Compensation and support for neglected youth in private practice. As a veteran and finalist for the Veteran of the Year award by Assembly Majority Leader Eloise Gomez-Reyes in 2019, Dr. Hayes’ dedication to others was evident in every aspect of her life. “Dr. Hayes was not only a dedicated leader within the water sector, but also a compassionate and generous person who cared deeply about the people within her community,” said Heather Dyer, CEO/ General Manager of San Bernardino Valley. “She made a meaningful difference in countless lives, and her positive spirit and selflessness will be remembered by all who truly knew her.” Dr. Hayes’ enduring contributions to San Bernardino Valley, the broader water sector, and mental health will leave a lasting legacy. A memorial service to honor Dr. Hayes will be held on Friday, November 8, at 10 a.m. at San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District Office, located at 380 East Vanderbilt Way, San Bernardino, CA 92408. ### About San Bernardino Valley San Bernardino Valley is a regional water agency with a service area that covers around 353 square miles in southwestern San Bernardino County and a population of approximately 714,000. With a dedicated team of experts and partnerships across the region, San Bernardino Valley is committed to building a resilient and sustainable water future for the community. Learn more at www.sbvmwd.com.