John Lisle

Vice President, Marketing and Communications

John Lisle serves DC Water as Vice President, Marketing and Communications. He is a leader in the Office of Marketing and Communications which is responsible for all of the Authority's internal and external communications through numerous channels -- including publications, web, social media, traditional media, public outreach, graphic design, special events and emergency response. In this role, John helps manage DC Water's relationships with customers, the media, and various other internal and external stakeholders. Mr. Lisle also advises members of the Senior Executive Team on crisis management and communications strategy.

Before joining DC Water in February 2013, Mr. Lisle was Communications Director for the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). He brings more than two decades of communications experience to his current role, including 10 years as an award-winning reporter for NewsChannel 8 and WJLA-TV and a stint as Public Information Officer for the Arlington County Police Department.

John Lisle has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Maryland, and is a Certified Public Manager after graduating from the Center for Excellence in Public Leadership at George Washington University. He can be reached by email at john.lisle@dcwater.com.

Phone number
202-787-2616

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

The map highlights lane closures in red on K Street NW between 29th and 30th streets NW.
Lane Shift and Closures on K Street NW near 30th Street

Starting around May 21, 2026, drivers on K Street NW should expect a change in traffic patterns between 29th and 30th Streets NW, beneath the White

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Upcoming Meeting
Date
May 26, 2026
Tuesday, 9:30 AM

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.