Griffiths, Lucy resign from Rainbow Water board; deadline to apply for positions is noon on Feb. 16

Two members of the board of directors of Rainbow Municipal Water District (RMWD) have resigned from their positions.

According to Rainbow General Manager Tom Kennedy, Jack Griffiths has resigned his Division 2 seat and Robert (Bob) Lucy his Division 4 position.

Lucy resigned his position Jan. 26.

"Mr. Lucy’s business engagements with his avocado packing company have taken away from his ability to serve his division in the manner that he felt the position required," said Kennedy.

"All of us at Rainbow want to thank Bob for nearly 10 years of service to the community," said RMWD board president Dennis Sanford. "Bob was a strong voice for local agricultural interests on the board."

Griffith ended his service on Jan. 29.

"Mr. Griffiths has served his division since his initial election in November 2004 and is leaving office to relocate out of the area," explained Kennedy.

"Jack brought a unique perspective to the board for over 11 years; we wish him well," said Sanford.

According to Kennedy, the district is now accepting applications from residents of Division 2 and 4 who are interested in being appointed to the governing board.

"Rainbow MWD will post the opening for at least 15 days, then the board will evaluate potential candidates and select the replacements," said Kennedy. "The persons appointed to fill the vacancies will hold the seat until the next board election, which will be held in November. They may run for re-election at that time for a two-year term that will end in 2018. After 2018, the seats will revert to a four-year term."

"Those interested who have the time to commit to the board may contact the board secretary at (760) 728-1178 Ext. 129 to find out if they live in the applicable division area or to request additional information," said Kennedy. "Information is also available at www.rainbowmwd.com." Kennedy said interested parties need to provide their name, address, and contact information, and a brief background of their education and experience.

Deadline to submit this information is noon on Feb. 16.

"We plan to make the appointments at the Feb. 23," said Kennedy.