IWUA Committees |
LegislativeThe Legislative Committee reviews proposed legislation and determines whether or not to support, oppose, or take other action (or no action) on behalf of the Association. The committee is responsible for developing and/or reviewing proposed legislation, lobbying efforts, and the initiating telephone and letter writing campaigns when necessary. View the current Idaho Legislative Session | Legislative Committee Chair: Aaron Dalling District 1: Mike Rasmussen District 13: Neil Shippy District 14: Chad Henggeler Ground Water: T.J. Budge
Ground Water: Lara Herway
Ground Water: Jaron Raybould Ground Water: Shawn VanOrden Ground Water: Adam Young Associate Member: Keith Esplin Associate Member: Roger Warner At-large, Surface Water: Shawn Tischendorf At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson |
Resolutions Committee Chair: Shawn Tischendorf Ground Water: Connie Christensen Ground Water: Lara Herway Ground Water: Randy Hillman Ground Water: Justin McCoon Ground Water: Shaun VanOrden Associate Member: Colin Custer Associate Member: Lyle Swank At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson | ResolutionsThe Resolutions Committee develops policies and directives for the Association. These resolutions provide a framework within which the Association’s Board of Directors, committees, and staff work. |
EducationThe Education Committee provides educational opportunities for Association members and the general public. The Committee accomplishes this through seminars, conventions, workshops, leadership development programs, the Association newsletter, and the Otto Otter water safety program. | Education Committee Chair: Lorri Gray District 6: Alan Hansten Ground Water: Tony Dixey Ground Water: Sara Jane Ward Ground Water: Amy McCoon Associate Member: Michael Comeskey Associate Member: Laura Schroeder At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson |
Water Quality Committee Chair: Erin Cox District 16: Justin Temple Ground Water: Tanner Daley Ground Water: Tony Dixey Ground Water: Justin McCoon Ground Water: Kirt Schweider Ground Water: Ryan Shurtliff Associate Member: Eric Dodds Associate Member: Michael Fuss Associate Member: Karen Henderson Associate Member: Mike Schubert At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson | Water QualityThe Water Quality Committee helps Association members stay up to date on water quality standards and regulations, invasive species issues, and other state and federal programs. |
Nominating & AwardsThe Nominating & Awards Committee helps the Association and its members recognize individuals and organizations for their effort to manage and protect Idaho's water resources. Awards include Karen Joy Edwards Hall of Fame, Ted Diehl Award for Meritorious Service, Water Guardian Award, Water Management Award, Outstanding Service Award, Water Statesman Award, Distinguished Service Award and Outstanding Employee Award. View Awards | Nominating & Awards Committee Chair: Apryl Gardner District 1: Mark Ricks District 2: Merrill Hanney District 3: Steve Murdock District 4: Open District 5: Gary Reynolds District 6: Mike Elliot District 7: Open District 8: Open District 9: Open District 10: Ryan Gailey District 11: Bill Heyer District 12: Kirk Meyers District 13: Mike Meyers District 14: Dennis Ujiiye District 15: Ron Wilson District 16: Jenny Terry / Megan South Ground Water: Shawn Van Orden Associate Member: Hal Anderson Associate Member: Devin Stoker At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson |
Rural & Urban Affairs Committee Chair: Annette Lebrecht District 1: Keith Davidson Ground Water: Amy McCoon Ground Water: Pat McMahon Associate Member: Keith Esplin Associate Member: Bryan Horsburgh At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson | Rural & Urban AffairsThe Rural & Urban Affairs Committee provides an interface between the Association and local communities. The committee engages on issues relating to rights-of-way/easements, safety, pressure irrigation, and the role of water delivery entities in Idaho. The Committee develops brochures, webpages, videos, and other digital media. |