Committees
Standing Committees
CWC has four, Board-sanctioned, member-driven standing committees. CWC standing committees offer formal leadership and advocacy opportunities for members. Some standing committees require additional dues for participation. Read the description of each committee carefully for more information.
Board of Directors
The Colorado Water Congress is governed by a 34-member Board of Directors. The Board reflects the diverse geographic and professional interests of the water community. Each board member represents one of the geographic, municipal and business, and professional interest categories defined by our membership. This assures each of the diverse water interests in Colorado each have representation on our Board.
Left to right: Duke Dunbar, Attorney General, Steve McNichols, Governor & John Barnard Jr., Executive Director.
State Affairs
The 200+ member State Affairs Committee steers the organization's legislative efforts. The committee meets at 8am every Monday during the Legislative Session. It reviews all water-related legislation and takes positions on bills for which it establishes two-thirds consensus.
This committee requires additional fees for participation.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Colorado Water Congress’s purpose is to provide its membership with a forum for the discussion of water matters. The EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Committee seeks to ensure that diverse and underrepresented voices and perspectives are included in these discussions by creating a culture of belonging and inclusion within the Colorado water community.
POND
The Professional, Outreach, Networking and Development (POND) Committee facilitates the connection of water professionals of all ages and experience through industry outreach, networking opportunities and career development. POND plans events for the CWC Annual Convention and Summer Conference, as well as speaking engagements and networking opportunities throughout the year.
Water Quality
The Water Quality Committee ensures that Water Congress members are informed and, when appropriate, in a position to influence water quality initiatives on a state and federal level. Of particular importance are those activities which affect the quality of state source waters, the nature and cost of compliance, and the ability to meet water supply objectives.
Get Involved!
Joining a committee is just one of the ways you can be involved with the Colorado Water Congress! You can also start a subcommittee, work on a special project, or help out with our advocacy work. Check out the member roadmap on our Member Benefits page to see different ways you can participate.