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Board of Directors

Leadership & governance of Davidson Water, Inc.

Board Responsibilities

The Board of Directors directs management to execute the daily operation of the company and exercise all powers of the corporation, including these duties:

  • To approve membership applications.
  • To select and appoint all officers of the company.
  • To borrow money, make and issue mortgages, deeds of trust and other instruments evidencing a security interest in the assets of the corporation.
  • To prescribe and adopt uniform rules and regulations that are in the best interest of the corporation.
  • To order annually an audit of the books and accounts of the corporation.
  • To fix and alter connection fees and rates.
  • To select one or more banks to act as depositories of the funds of the corporation and determine the manner of receiving, depositing, and disbursing the funds of the corporation.
  • To levy assessments against the members of the corporation and upon such proportionate basis as the directors deem equitable, and to enforce collection of such assessments.
Current Board of Directors
Photo of Ben Hege

Ben Hege

President

2024–2027

Photo of Chad Young

Chad Young

Vice President

2025–2028

Photo of Reid Smith

Reid Smith

Secretary

2024–2027

Photo of Theresa Matthews

Theresa Matthews

Treasurer

2025–2028

Photo of Christopher Fitzgerald

Christopher Fitzgerald

2024–2027

Photo of Ed Underwood

Ed Underwood

2026–2029

Photo of Jason Gallimore

Jason Gallimore

2024–2027

Photo of Jason Hedgecock

Jason Hedgecock

2026–2029

Photo of Jim Louya

Jim Louya

2025–2028

Photo of Kent Phillips

Kent Phillips

2025–2028

Photo of Sheila Potter

Sheila Potter

2026–2029

Member Requirements
  • Must be a member of Davidson Water, Inc.
  • Must be willing to serve a three-year term.
  • A balanced understanding of Davidson Water, Inc. and the desire to support and contribute to its mission.
  • An ability to maintain a broad perspective and the flexibility and willingness to represent all members.
  • Proven leadership skills demonstrated through past or current board participation or business experience.
  • An ability to think and act critically, strategically, and decisively.
  • A willingness to support as well as challenge company management and hold them accountable.
  • A willingness to contribute and speak out in the course of deliberations.
  • A willingness to stay current on subjects, issues, and events impacting the company.
  • A willingness to be a passionate and proactive advocate for the company.
  • An ability to favorably represent the best interests of Davidson Water, Inc. through appropriate words, actions, and character.
  • Familiarity with financial management and a willingness to learn about company operations.
  • A commitment to fully perform all fiduciary duties, adhere to company bylaws, and avoid conflicts of interest.
Interested in Serving?

If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors, please submit an Application . For a map of our districts, download the Board Districts Map .

For more information, contact Jonathan Ray, General Manager, at 336-731-5537.