DLNR seeking water advisers

The state Department of Land and Natural Resources is accepting applications for membership on the Water Security Advisory Group established in Act 172, Session Laws of Hawaii 2016.

The chairperson of DLNR will review the applications and select individuals deemed qualified to serve on the advisory group per the requirements of Act 172.

Act 172 requires members of the Water Security Advisory Group be comprised of the manager and chief engineer of the board of water supply of each county or their designee, the deputy director for water resource management of the DLNR, and the following individuals:

• A member with knowledge of agricultural water storage and delivery systems.

• A member of a private landowning entity that actively partners with a watershed partnership.

• A member with knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of Hawaiian cultural practices.

• A member representing a conservation organization.

The Water Security Advisory Group shall advise the DLNR on the priority of all proposals for projects or programs submitted by public or private agencies or organizations to increase water security in the state and recommend high-priority programs for the award of matching funds established through Act 172.

Water Security Advisory Group members shall serve without compensation until June 30, 2018.

Interested people are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter and three letters of reference that outline the applicant’s qualifications to serve on the Water Security Advisory Group.

Applications and resumes should be postmarked no later than Dec. 23, and sent to:

Water Security Advisory Group, Commission on Water Resource Management, 1151 Punchbowl St., Room 227, Honolulu, HI 96813.

Act 172 can be viewed or downloaded at www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2016/bills/GM1274_.PDF.