The Drinking Water Advisory Committee (DWAC) is a standing committee appointed by DEQ’s director to provide guidance and advice on issues related to safe drinking water policy and programs. Meeting on an as-needed basis, the DWAC includes representatives from large and small water systems, the drinking water industry, and elected officials. The DWAC outlines four major goals:
- Assist the state in retaining primacy of the Drinking Water Program.
- Support efforts to increase awareness of the importance of safe drinking water.
- Provide input to DEQ regarding technical assistance needs and programs for public drinking water systems.
- Provide input to DEQ regarding financial assistance to public drinking water systems.
Upcoming Meeting
Previous Meetings
Meet the Members
| Member | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| John Wiskus, P.E..Chair | Jacobs |
| Paul Arrington | Idaho Water Users Association |
| Robert Bohling | City of Twin Falls |
| Vacant | Vacant |
| Lance Sayers | Association of Idaho Cities |
| Brandon Lowder | DEQ Boise Regional Office |
| Sherise Bruce | Public Health – Idaho North Central District |
| Terry Pickel | City of Coeur d’Alene |
| David Richards | City of Idaho Falls |
| Shelley Roberts | Idaho Rural Water Association |
| Michelle Tucker | EPA Region 10 |
| Michael Shepherd | Idaho Bureau of Licensing |
| Marshall Thompson | Veolia |
| Michael Martin | City of Orofino |
| Bryson Ellsworth | City of Hailey |
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Drinking Water Bureau Chief