The Manchester Water District is seeking applicants to fill the unexpired term of a commissioner who is moving out of the district and will be ineligible to serve the rest of his term.
Kyle Galpin, who has served on the district’s board since 2000, announced his resignation this month, said Dennis O’Connell, general manager.
Galpin was selected to replace outgoing Commissioner Jacki Masters in July 2000. He was elected to office in 2001, and re-elected in 2003 and 2009.
“In his nearly 14-years of service as commissioner, Kyle helped guide the district through two management changes, critical infrastructure improvements, and an occasional billing dispute,” said O’Connell. “His experience in the water utility industry as an employee of West Sound Utility District made him uniquely qualified to address matters of concern for Manchester Water District, and we’ll miss his expertise, sound judgment, and good humor.”
The other two commissioners and district staff are grateful for Galpin’s service and “wish him the best in his future endeavors,” O’Connell said.
Manchester residents who live within water district boundaries are eligible for appointment to the vacant position. Meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Manchester Library and are open to the public.
Letters of interest, due by April 15, should be mailed to board Chairman Steve Pedersen, Manchester Water District, P.O. Box 98, Manchester, WA 98353.
