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: Barney Metz District 1: Mike Rasmussen District 13: Neil Shippy District 14: Chad Henggeler Associate Member: Roger Warner At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson Ground Water Caucus: Shawn VanOrden Ground Water Caucus: Bob Turner Ground Water Caucus: Jaron Raybould Ground Water Caucus: Adam Young Ground Water Caucus: T.J. Budge |
Resolutions Committee Chair: Aaron Dalling Ground Water Caucus: Shaun VanOrden Ground Water Caucus: Randy Hillman Ground Water Caucus: TJ Budge Ground Water Caucus: Connie Christensen Ground Water Caucus: Brad Buttars Associate Member: Jerry Klemm Associate Member: Roger Warner 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: Terrell Sorensen District 6: Alan Hansten Associate Member: Jerry Klemm Associate Member: Michael Comeskey Ground Water Caucus: Sara Jane Ward Ground Water Caucus: Tony Dixey At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson |
Water Quality Committee Chair: Jason Brown Associate Member: Erin Cox Associate Member: Mike Schubert Associate Member: Mark Zirschky Ground Water Caucus: Ryan Shurtliff Ground Water Caucus: Tanner Daley 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: Ruth Bailes District 1: Open District 2: Merrill Hanney District 3: Open District 4: Arca Osterhout District 5: Gary Reynolds District 6: Alan Hansten District 7: Open District 8: Open District 9: Open District 10: Brittany Gailey District 11: Bill Heyer District 12: Kirk Meyers District 13: Mike Meyers District 14: Dennis Ujiiye District 15: Ron Wilson District 16: Ruth Bailes / Harold Mohlman / Megan South Associate Member: Hal Anderson Associate Member: Devin Stoker Associate Member: Mark Zirschky Ground Water Caucus: Bob Turner At-large, Surface Water: Dan Davidson |
Rural & Urban Affairs Committee Chair: Jay Barlogi
District 1: Open Associate Member: Keith Esplin Ground Water Caucus: Tony Dixey Ground Water Caucus: Dylan Anderson 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. |