
The seven-member committee is a geographically diverse group representing various backgrounds and perspectives across the state. This ensures that each region of Arizona is represented, which creates a more equitable and fair decision-making process for WCGF projects and policy.
Committee Members
Kimberly Schonek, Chairman, Arizona Water Program Director, The Nature Conservancy
Representing: Advocacy group with a primary focus on water conservation
Erin Young, Water Resources Manager, City of Flagstaff
Representing: Public Water System that Serves 500 or more connections
Blake Anderson, President, Mogollon Water Management
Representing: Public Water System that Serves less than 500 connections
Sam Draper, Policy Manager, Audubon Society
Representing: County with a population of 500,000 or more persons
Paul E. Brierley, Executive Director, Yuma Center of Excellence for Agriculture
Representing: County with a population of less than 500,000 persons
Andrea Gerlak, Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy, University of Arizona
Representing: University in the state and who has significant knowledge in water conservation
Tim Grandy, Vice-Chairman, Buckeye Valley Natural Resource Conservation District
Representing: Natural resource conservation district