by James Burks, President, Senninger Irrigation
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| James Burks addresses attendees at the 2013 Groundwater Foundation National Conference. |
Get involved, enhance your life…the experience is priceless!
In May of 2009 I was invited to join the board of directors
of The Groundwater Foundation. For me this was an opportunity to have a “voice
at the table” regarding the utilization of this finite resource so critical to
the welfare of the industry I participate in professionally, irrigation. I must
shamefully admit that, at least initially, this was my primary motivation for
getting involved. The past six years of service have been both a blessing and
an education, and I am happy to admit that my motives have become much less
self-serving.
Beginning with my first introduction to the Foundation I remain
impressed with the organization’s strong reputation for public education through
the promotion of responsible scientific data. By serving with The Groundwater
Foundation I have seen the issue of water quality protection and resource
conservation through the eyes of urban as well as rural water users. Users with
an economic stake in protecting this resource as well as those just wanting to
be sure that their grandchildren will not need to worry if their water is safe
to drink….all coming together with the spirit of collaboration, not
controversy.
One of the greatest personal blessings I have received as a
Foundation board member is the friendships with the genuinely caring people
associated with the Foundation. Awesome
relationships occur when people’s hearts and hands come together for the
purpose of helping others. So many bright and talented people, with varied
personal and professional interests, are donating their time to help secure a
sustainable supply of clean water for future generations. What a humbling
honor, just to witness firsthand the magic that is The Groundwater Foundation.
Happy 30th Anniversary to The Groundwater
Foundation! Please accept my sincere appreciation for including me as a small
part of this great journey. You have given me more than I can ever repay through
priceless friendships and knowledge. And the best part of it all is… It’s just the beginning!
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6 Weeks Until the 2015 Groundwater Foundation National Conference and 30th Anniversary Celebration!
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National Ground Water Association
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