Election Information

Utility Member voting takes place in person at the Annual Membership Meeting. Associate Member voting takes place electronically before the meeting.

2026 Important Dates

• September 25, 2026: Utility Board nominations close.

• October 14 at 1:30 p.m.: Utility voting delegate certification deadline.

• October 14 at 2:00 p.m.: Associate Member electronic voting closes.

• October 15 at 8:00 a.m.: Annual Membership Meeting, Utility Member voting, and announcement of Associate Member election results.

• January 1, 2027: New terms begin.

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Utility Member Voting – In Person

The Utility Board election and proposed bylaws amendment vote will take place Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., during the Annual Membership Meeting at Fall Conference in Fort Wayne.

Each eligible Utility Member may certify one voting delegate. To participate:

• Submit the delegate certification form by Wednesday, October 14, at 1:30 p.m. EDT.

• The certified delegate must attend the Annual Membership Meeting in person to vote.

• Utility Board ballots are completed in person at the meeting.

• Proxy voting is not permitted.

Visit our Certification of Delegates page for details and the required form.

Utility Board Candidates – Three At-Large Seats

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

Nominations closed on September 25, 2026. The following candidates will appear on this year’s ballot:

• 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.

Elected candidates will serve three-year terms beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029.

Associate Member Voting – Electronic

Voting for the Associate Member Board Representative and Associate Member Advisory Council takes place electronically before the Annual Membership Meeting.

Each Associate Member company or organization receives one electronic ballot, sent to its primary contact. Only one ballot per company or organization will be counted in each election.

Electronic voting closes Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EDT.

Results will be announced during the Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, October 15, at 8:00 a.m. EDT.

Associate Member Board Representative Candidates – 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.

Voting follows the electronic process outlined above. The elected candidate will serve a three-year term beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029.

Associate Member Advisory Council Candidates – Three Available Seats

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

Two applicants were received for the three available seats:

• 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.

Voting follows the same electronic process outlined above, with ballots sent to each Associate Member organization’s primary contact. Voting closes Wednesday, October 14, at 2:00 p.m. EDT, and results will be announced at the Annual Membership Meeting.

Elected candidates will serve three-year terms beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029.

Proposed Bylaws Amendment

Eligible Utility Members will also vote on a proposed bylaws amendment during the Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, October 15, at 8:00 a.m. EDT:

Article III, Section 5 – Participation & Behavior Conduct Policy

Voting will take place in person through each eligible Utility Member’s certified voting delegate. The delegate certification deadline and attendance requirements outlined above apply to this vote.

Questions or Interested in Serving?

Nominations are closed for the 2026 election. Nominations open each August for future Board of Directors, Associate Member Board Representative, and Advisory Council seats.

Contact alliance@inh2o.org with questions about eligibility, responsibilities, voting procedures, or the nomination process.