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MRGCD Board - Position 6 (Socorro County)

MRGCD Board - Position 6Board members have broad powers to plan and operate projects that manage irrigation, drainage and river flood control in the Middle Rio Grande Valley, as well as promoting responsible water management, protecting the environment, wildlife and endangered species, and providing recreational opportunities. Much of their work is done in cooperation with a variety of other agencies.

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    J. Chris Lopez
    (NON)

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What are your priorities for maintaining and upgrading the MRGCD’s aging infrastructure and how should the cost be shared among irrigators and non-irrigators?

Are there any specific issues related to tribal communities that MRGCD should be addressing more effectively? If so, what are they?

What steps should MRGCD take to ensure equitable access to water resources among all categories of users, such as small scale farmers, traditional acequia communities, and urban residents?

How should MRGCD address environmental concerns?

What is your approach to public engagement and collaboration with other agencies and stakeholders across the middle Rio Grande watershed?

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