Election Information

Elections take place during the Annual Membership Meeting at Fall Conference in Fort Wayne, with ballots completed electronically.

To vote for Utility Board candidates, each Active Member must certify one voting delegate who will attend the meeting in person; proxy voting is not permitted. For the 2026 election, submit the required form by Wednesday, October 14, at 1:30 p.m.—visit our Certification of Delegates page for details and the form.

For the Associate Member Board representative and Advisory Council elections, only one ballot per Associate Member company or organization will be counted in each election.

Nominations open in August and close at the end of September each year. Interested in running for a Board of Directors, Associate Board Member, or Advisory Council seat? Contact alliance@inh2o.org to learn about eligibility, responsibilities, and the nomination process.

2026 Ballots

Nominations are closed for the 2026 election. The following candidates will appear on this year’s ballots. Elected candidates will serve three-year terms beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029.

Utility Board of Directors — Three At-Large Seats

Utility Board Directors guide AIRW’s policies, programs, finances, and overall direction.

• Josh Hawley — Cordry-Sweetwater Conservancy District

• Tyler Steury — City of Bloomington Utilities

• Chris Martin — City of Winchester Wastewater Treatment Plant

These seats are currently held by Gene Eaton, who is retiring at the end of 2026; Tyler Steury, who was appointed to complete an existing term; and Chris Martin.

Associate Member Board Representative — One Seat

The Associate Member Board representative helps lead the Advisory Council and brings Associate Member perspectives, recommendations, and industry insight to the Utility Board.

• Jon Craig — CHA Consulting, Inc.

• Grant Kissel — Indiana Pump Works LLC

This seat is currently held by Jon Craig.

Associate Member Advisory Council — Three Seats

The Advisory Council provides feedback and recommendations on events, training programs, conference booth assignments, and other matters affecting AIRW’s Associate Members.

• Brandon Butrum — Layne Christensen Co.

• Darren Sluder — Pace Analytical LLC

These seats are currently held by Grant Kissel, Lee Melling, and Brandon Butrum, who was appointed to complete an existing term.

Questions or Interested in Serving?

Contact alliance@inh2o.org with questions about elections, electronic ballots, or running for a future seat.