Honoring A Visionary Leader

A Champion for Diamond Valley Lake___

As Metropolitan’s chief legal officer from 1993 to 2000, Taylor was central to efforts to build Diamond Valley Lake, Southern California’s largest reservoir and a cornerstone of the region’s water security.

As lead on permitting, he guided Metropolitan’s purchase of thousands of acres of natural habitat to offset environmental impacts from the construction.  

Celebrating A Legacy___

Metropolitan staff, former colleagues, friends and family, including Taylor’s wife, Nancy (center), gathered on Oct. 9 at Diamond Valley Lake for the dedication in honor of Taylor, who passed away in 2023. The Inlet/Outlet Tower is an engineering feat and the heart of DVL, controlling the flow of water into and out of the reservoir. 

 

 

Lasting Impact___

The Board of Directors’ Facility Naming Committee is chaired by Director Tony Fellow, pictured here, and is charged with making naming recommendations. The N. Gregory Taylor Inlet/Outlet Tower is the fifth facility dedication this year. Previous recognitions include:

• The Phillip J. Pace Board Room in honor of the former board chair

• The Dr. Michael J. McGuire Water Quality Lab in honor of the former director of water quality 

• The Randy Record San Jacinto Tunnel in honor of the former board chair

• The Judy Abdo Wildflower Trail in honor of the longtime Santa Monica director