� ������&�P2��l�c=� u�W/��� ����� O:� ������SEr�u� �� ���Ͽ� ��? �0#�A�Q\pi�1u8�O��T��?������ ��H��J������i�p�w King said the district hasnât traditionally done a good job of explaining what itâs doing to the public. You canât edit our stories, except to reflect relative changes in time, location and editorial style. Consider Approval of Minutes from the Meeting Held on April 16, 2019 3. Former Mayor Mike Moncriefâs Our Water, Our Future PAC raised $152,245 from a long list of donors for incumbent Vice President Jack L. Stevens of Azle and challengers James Hill and Leah King of Fort Worth. It has the potential for it to be great.â. Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. 4 0 obj<> Get more stories like this in our free newsletter, delivered to you every weekday morning. A vote by the TRWD Board will not take place until after the extended public comment period has ended. Jack Stevens, TRWD Board President; Jordan Logan, Representing 360 West; Fishing for Eastside Blossoms, Make a Wish Fort Worth; Team 2. Board Members. Board of Directors Resources | Tarrant Regional Water District Team last ran for a seat on the board in 2019 and lost. Hill said heâd continue to deftly scrutinize any number the district staff put before him, and Team said his experience in real estate would be valuable as the district acquires land for the Panther Island Project and others. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), the Fort Worth Star-Telegram Editorial Board, Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License, Fort Worth area students take on the role of engineers during GSK Science in the Summer, Gov. âI believe itâs economic development, and it scares me to think about them playing with Mother Nature by diverting the river and taking down the levees that have protected Fort Worth since 1949.â. While Kelleher said sheâd like to lessen the districtâs reliance on pipelines for water by storing rainwater underground. The new board will have pivotal work to do: Replace longtime District General Manager Jim Oliver who is retiring this year; complete the IPL project; and get Panther Island out of a federal funding logjam. We prefer âAuthor Name, Fort Worth Reportâ in the byline. Kingâs work in the nonprofit world means she has the pulse of the communityâs needs, she said. Jeremy Raines, president of RMP Industrial Supply. Our stories may appear on pages with ads, but not ads specifically sold against our stories. Current candidates are: Jack Stevens, first elected to the TRWD Board in 2004 and current board president. âAfter I was elected, they started livestreaming the meetings so people could actually see whatâs going on there.â. In a ⦠He was first elected to the board in 2004. Records show that the water district and Dallas Water Utilities embarked on the $2.3 billion project together. 騢� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (�� (����(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��(��+���{��Η�cc
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Kelleher said the Star-Telegram description of her in that same editorial as a âdisruptorâ chafed at first. 2-21 Prescribed by Secretary of State Section 141.031, Chapters 143 and 144, Texas Election Code 1/2017 ALL INFORMATION IS REQUIRED TO BE PROVIDED UNLESS INDICATED OPTIONAL Raines doesnât want to give up on the federal government funding Panther Island. We pledge to produce high-quality objective local journalism that informs public decision-making, addresses the quality of life of our communityâs citizens, holds our policymakers accountable and tells our readersâ stories by listening to them and making sure they are valued and understood. Lehman Associates has been hired by TRWD to conduct the search for a new general manager. Stevens ran for re-election for an at-large seat of the Tarrant Regional Water District Board of Directors in Texas. TRWD Board Room 800 East Northside Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76102 1. The Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) has been providing flood control and water supply services to the city of Fort Worth, Texas, for nearly 100 years. More by Jessica Priest. The two share that – as well as a platform of transparency – in common with challenger Charles âC.B.â Team. by Jessica Priest, Fort Worth Report April 18, 2021, This article first appeared on Fort Worth Report and is republished here under a Creative Commons license., Jessica Priest is Fort Worth Report's government and accountability reporter. âItâs going to yield enormous results,â King said, âbut Iâm afraid many people donât know about that win and the same holds true for Panther Island. By clicking submit, you agree to share your email address with the site owner and Mailchimp to receive marketing, updates, and other emails from the site owner. It is expected to bring an additional 350 million gallons of water per day to the metroplex from reservoirs in East Texas. Jack Stevens is an at-large member of the Tarrant Regional Water District Board of Directors in Texas. They have often been in lockstep with district staff, especially when it comes to the Central City Flood Control/Panther Island Project, which has garnered criticism over the years because of its minimal progress. Stevens and six other people are vying for three of the five seats on the board. This majority includes Jack Stevens, a retired engineer who serves as president of the board and was first elected in 2004. Today is Election Day! For example, few know about how successful the district has been in nearing completion of the Integrated Pipeline Project, she said. ��S}���]��M�q����8����{P[EqE�'&yI?�M��i�@�ȫΣwr`$ Board Vice President Jack L. Stevens, 73, of Azle, has served since 2004. Stevens lost in the general election on May 1, 2021. Stevens said completing the pipeline is his No. âWe are very appreciative that the Trinity River Vision/Panther Island flood control project was allocated funding in the FY 2020 work plan,â said TRWD board President Jack Stevens. During her time on the board, Kelleher fought to bring more transparency to the local government. Like Stevens, Leah King and James Hill are incumbents. You canât sell or syndicate our stories. 6 0 obj<> Greg Abbott signs into law one of nationâs strictest abortion measures, banning procedure as early as six weeks into a pregnancy, Decline in civic life hurts Rotarians, democracy, The Kimbell Art Museum releases the first virtual tour of its permanent collection. We can work with people like Streams and Valleys to help provide access to trails and make this really great amenity accessible to everyone,â he said. %PDF-1.4 Leah M. King Secretary Jim Lane Director. Bickley reported ⦠Stevens assumed office in 2004. Jessica Priest is an investigative journalist for the Fort Worth Report. Service Area and Taxing Boundaries TRWD provides water to 70+ customers across North Texas in an 11-county service area. Most of the current board members overseeing the district have served for decades. Whoops! Thatâs a long time.â. =� Use the unsubscribe link in those emails to opt out at any time. Stevens told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram Editorial Board that heâd like to find Oliverâs successor before the election. A strong, vibrant community needs well-informed citizens. âWe appreciate the positive dialogue we have had with our stakeholders so far during this process,â said Jack Stevens, TRWDâs board president. âI believe thereâs just always a way to find solutions to problems even if you donât solve the problem as quickly as you want it to or in the exact way you want to,â he said. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington and a retired engineer who gave 34 years of dedicated ⦠Plus, she said, the cost, now estimated to be more than $1 billion, has gone up too much. Stevens lives in Azle, Texas, and is a retired engineer. To republish online, simply click the button, copy the html code and paste into your Content Management System (CMS). I t just might be one of the biggest, Texas-sized âtwo-fersâ in the history of utility infrastructure: an unconventional water wholesaler partnership that, once completed, may supply water both to existing communities in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex and to rural areas ripe for future development.. Resident engineer Shelly Hatton and Jack Stevens, TRWD ⦠The Tarrant Regional Water District board selected a new general manager Tuesday, Dan Buhman, the second-in-command for several years. It does this through its commitment, dedication, and leadership. Raines, who lives on the west side of Fort Worth, described running a half-marathon with friends recently because he had access to the water districtâs trail system. Stevens' current term ends in 2021. Board Resources Board Resources. 2 0 obj<> A vote by the TRWD Board, originally scheduled for Sept. 15, will not take place until after the extended public comment period has ended. Jack Stevens, the longtime board president of the Tarrant Regional Water District backed by Granger, was defeated in the May 1 election, with citizens instead opting to hire former board member Mary Kelleher. âWe appreciate the positive dialogue we have had with our stakeholders so far during this process,â said Jack Stevens, TRWDâs board president. The difference is they were both elected to the board in 2017 and arenât optimistic that long-promised federal funds needed to finish Panther Island will come. More accurately, it was not the Static column that annoyed me, it was the quotes from a TRWD Board member, Jack Stevens, quoted in the column, that annoyed me. Incumbents Vic Henderson and Jack Stevens were re-elected in that race. Sign up for our free newsletter: All your Fort Worth news, every weekday morning. She was previously on USA TODAY's regional investigative team. Canvass Votes for May 4, 2019 Board of Directorsâ Election - Nancy King, Elections Officer 4. Former board member Mary Kelleher, who fought for more transparency and better water management, is seeking a return this election. Our reporting will be free to all who access our primary digital channels. Jack Stevens, incumbent Tarrant Regional Water District board member, retired engineer New and differing perspectives Water board candidates Jeremy Raines and Mary Kelleher differ greatly from King, Hill and Team when it comes to Panther Island. In all that we do, earning the trust and respect of our audience is paramount. Administer Oaths of Office - Jack Stevens, Board President 5. The top three vote-getters earn a seat. Any web site our stories appear on must include a contact for your organization. âWe appreciate the positive dialogue we have had with our stakeholders so far during this process,â said Jack Stevens, TRWDâs board president. Jack Stevens, President Mr. Stevens was elected to the TRWD Board in 2004. !�4�Q\��� ?�~C�h��� ��O�� uW/��� �����. We have a lot of folks who are related to each other,â Hill said of district staff. Thatâs not true for someone who lives on the far northside who doesnât have a car. Bob Jameson, President and CEO, Visit Fort Worth; Rebecca Montgomery, Senior VP of Advocacy, Fort Worth Chamber; Fishing for United Way Support for Music, Film and other Creatives Fund; Team 3 Why is it weâre doing this on one $1 billion project and not the other?ââ Hill said. James Hill Secretary Pro-Tem. Sadly, TRWD doesnât post those reports. Marty Leonard Vice President. B.â Team Flood control is one of the 4 core missions of the TRWD and is of the utmost importance to those ⦠âThe Army Corps of Engineers did a study in 2008 that said that 86% of our current levy system no longer met the needs for a 100-year flood,â Raines said, adding that a lot has changed since the federal government last said âno,â including the head of the Office of Budget and Management. Bio: Elected to the TRWD Board in 2004 and currently serves as the TRWD Board President. Raines and Kelleher also bring new ideas to the table, ideas they say are in line with the water districtâs mission to provide water, flood control and recreational opportunities. We proudly endorse candidates who are committed to ensuring public safety in Fort Worth. Newsletter May 19: How high tech can Fort Worth get? He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington with a BS in Mathematics and is a retired engineer who gave 34 years of service to ⦠Hill, King and Team say they all bring a unique and needed perspective to the board. Jack Stevens: TRWDâs mission is supporting the people of North Texas, whether it is supplying water, preventing flooding, or providing recreational opportunities. Contact her at jessica.priest@fortworthreport.org or via Twitter. Vote today! Mary Kelleher, an assistant court coordinator and a former member of the board. Jack Stevens, another TRWD board incumbent on the ballot this Saturday, has received donations from Congresswoman Granger and her campaign fund. Stevens, the longtime incumbent, could not be reached for comment. âItâs that kind of stuff that I think the taxpayers and ratepayers of Fort Worth are kind of sick and tired of,â Team said. The TRWD's chosen trio has sent out multiple attack mailers spewing the lie that Mary Kelleher and Andra Beatty are bought and paid for stoolies for the evil Dallas billionaire bogeyman, Monty Bennett. !�4��\��� ?�~C�h��� ��O�� uW-�_� ����� _>� ������QEr�}� �� I��Ͽ� ��? âThe last time I ran against two people who had been on the board for 14 years, but this time the current incumbents have been there for four years and are bringing some new ideas, but the other has been there for 17 years. The Board outside of Kelleher, consisting of Victor Henderson (pictured), Jim Lane, Jack Stevens, and Martha Leonard has presided over the TRWD as virtual dictators. If you share our stories on social media, please tag us in your posts usingÂ, You have to credit Fort Worth Report. Jack Stevens President. Fort Worth Mayor: Mattie Parker Council District 2: ⦠This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. By Patrick Graves. Glenda Murray Thompson is also running for a seat on the board, but the Report could not reach her for comment. $4�%�&'()*56789:CDEFGHIJSTUVWXYZcdefghijstuvwxyz�������������������������������������������������������������������������� ? Raines doesnât want to give up on the federal government funding Panther Island. As an example, âInternal relationships between employees is something Iâve asked quite a bit of questions about. âI want to see if I can do some good and get out. endobj If youâre not able to add the byline, please include a line at the top of the story that reads: âThis story was originally published by Fort Worth Reportâ and include our website,Â. Incumbents James Hill and Jack Stevens and challengers Mary Kelleher and Glenda Murray Thompson discuss issues in the water board race. The water districtâs primary responsibility is supply roughly 120 billion gallons of ⦠Pledge of Allegiance 2. 1 0 obj<> endobj She said she pushed for that during her time on the board from 2013-2017. âIâm big on transparency, too,â she added. %����� âBut thatâs not true for everyone. After Jessica reported that a Midland County prosecutor worked... Jack Stevens serves as board president and is running for re-election. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. If re-elected, he would become the senior director. Water board candidates Jeremy Raines and Mary Kelleher differ greatly from King, Hill and Team when it comes to Panther Island. Resident engineer Shelly Hatton and Jack Stevens, TRWD board president, stand in front of the four-story custom-built gate valve that became part of the North Texas Integrated Pipeline Project. If re-elected, he said, heâd continue asking the tough questions. You can only publish select stories individually â not as a collection. Jack Stevens, the board president, was in last place with 9.73%. Bennett spent thousands of dollars in the 2013 election that ousted one incumbent and seated Mary Kelleher, one of candidates he supported. 3 0 obj<>/Font<>>> Water Board Waves Continue To Wash Over The TRWD This week's Fort Worth Weekly's Static column, Water Board Waves , annoyed me. Kelleher doesnât want Panther Island to proceed at all. âBut then I actually looked it up in the dictionary, and it says, âsomeone that challenges the status quo in an attempt to bring positive change,â and I thought, âYeah, thatâs what Iâm going to do,ââ she said. stream âI was like, âTime out. �� � } !1AQa"q2���#B��R��$3br� I ⦠Three candidates appear to form an alliance. Please reload the page and try again. Russia Vs France Results,
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