Santa Margarita Groundwater Agency (SMGWA) has announced a vacancy for a well owner alternate representative on its board of directors and is now accepting applications.
Established in 2017 to adhere to California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, SMGWA serves the San Lorenzo Valley and Scotts Valley communities.
Applicants must own or operate an individual well, small water system or other non-municipal water sources within the Santa Margarita Groundwater Basin. The position requires a commitment of five to 10 hours per quarter, including evening meetings, and is unpaid, with a term of three years.
Ideal candidates should possess collaborative experience, strong community engagement skills and knowledge relevant to supporting the Agency’s mission and the Basin Groundwater Sustainability Plan.
Applications are available at smgwa.org and are due by Thursday, April 18, at 5pm. All board members are expected to comply with the Agency’s Code of Conduct and adhere to its Bylaws and Guiding Principles, also accessible on the SMGWA website.
