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

View of Mary at bottom of shaft inside tunnel shown from above
DC Water Launches Tunnel Boring Machine Mary, Marking Important Step for Potomac River Tunnel Project

First turn of cutterhead signals the start of excavation for the Potomac River Tunnel Project

In a defining moment for one of the District’s largest infrastructure investments, DC Water has marked its next major milestone in the Potomac River Tunnel Project. The first tunnel boring machine, Mary, has launched her northbound journey breaking through the soil to signal the start of excavation.

With the first turn of Mary’s drill-like cutterhead underground, the machine pushed forward to begin tunneling, representing the transition from years of planning and preparation to active tunnel construction on the $819 million project.

Latest Blog Post
A helicopter lowers a drill rig to workers on the Potomac River.
DC Water begins drilling in Potomac River to explore options to rehab underwater sewer line
When one of your major sewer lines runs through the Potomac River, a backhoe and trencher won't do. That's why we've got helicopters carrying a 14-ton drill and workers suspended midair over the Potomac.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
April 15, 2026
Wednesday, 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.