Understanding the LDWA’s Board of Directors Elections

At each annual meeting, the shareholders shall elect Directors for terms of two years, with an odd number on even numbered years and an even number on odd numbered years.  (ARTICLE IV, SECTION 2)
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• NOMINEE QUALIFICATIONS:
  The only qualification for nomination to the Board is that “All nominees shall be members in good standing with the Association.” (ARTICLE IV, SECTION 2)
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• NOMINEE EXPECTATIONS:
  It is the hope of the board that all nominees will seek this position for the purpose of serving the Association at large, protecting the rights of each individual shareholder and the ability of LDWA to continue delivering the highest quality water in Southern Utah. If a nominee has any other desire than these, our hope is that you will withdraw your name from consideration.
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• NOMINEE CONSIDERATIONS:
  Some of the things the board ask’s that you consider in your commitment to the LDWA are first and foremost your family responsibilities, your career (do you need to travel a lot), are you willing to get your hands dirty, are you willing to take care of emergencies at any hour of the day or night. Are you willing to work as a member of a Team, etc.

Potential conflict of interest for a water board member could arise if they have a personal financial interest in a company that is bidding on contracts with the water board, such as a construction firm that builds water treatment plants, a land developer whose property could be impacted by water management decisions, or a company selling water-related products or services to the district, potentially influencing their decision-making in favor of that company over others. Other potential conflicts of interest for a water board member could include:

• • Personal water usage: If a board member has significantly higher water usage than other residents in the district, potentially leading them to oppose water conservation measures that could impact their own water bill.
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  • Family business connections: If a family member of the board member operates a business that could benefit from board decisions. (i.e. landscaping company)
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  • Property ownership near a proposed water project: If a board member owns land near a proposed new water treatment facility, reservoir, potentially leading them to advocate for or against the project based on potential impact on personal property value.
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  • Employment with a related industry: If a board member works for a company that provides services or products related to water management, such as a consulting firm or chemical supplier.
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  • Political affiliations: If a board member’s political views strongly influence their decision-making on water issues, potentially prioritizing certain community interests over others.
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• ESTIMATION OF TIME GIVEN IN A MONTH:
  There are many things that need to be done in a normal daily operation of providing you, our shareholders, with quality water. This can range for basic office activities, to going to an associate’s home to check on a water leak or issue, to newsletters, deciding legal issues and on and on it goes. On average the Board feels that a nominee should be prepared to give at least 12 hours of effort a month. Sometimes more and sometimes less. The best way to assess this is to talk to the current Board Members about their experiences.