Governing Board Elects New Officers

News Release

The Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board voted Tuesday to elect a new slate of officers for the 2018-2019 term.

Jeffrey M. Adams was elected chair of the Governing Board. Adams represents Pinellas County and is an attorney and partner with the law firm of Abbey, Adams, LLP, in St. Petersburg. Adams was appointed to the Board in April 2010.

Ed Armstrong was elected vice-chair of the Governing Board. Armstrong represents Pinellas County and is an attorney and shareholder with Hill Ward Henderson in Clearwater. Armstrong was appointed to the Governing Board in June 2014.

Bryan K. Beswick was re-elected secretary of the Governing Board. Beswick represents DeSoto, Hardee and Highlands counties and is a grove manager of Premier Citrus Management in Arcadia. Beswick was appointed to the Governing Board in March 2013.

Michelle Williamson was elected as treasurer of the Governing Board. Williamson represents Hillsborough County and is a manager of G&F Farms in Dover. Williamson was appointed to the Governing Board in August 2016.

The new officers will serve a one-year term beginning 24 hours before the next Governing Board meeting.

Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Florida Senate. The Governing Board sets policy for the District, whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met.

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