Board of Directors

Dedicated local leadership committed to responsible water management, public service, and the long-term success of the Semitropic Water Storage District.

Board Governance

Semitropic’s Board of Directors is represented by a dedicated group of generational landowners and farmers interested in protecting the viability of agricultural in the region. Board members are from within the district and are elected by landowners to serve four-year terms.

The Board provides oversight of district operations, strategic planning, financial stewardship, and water management initiatives that support agricultural and regional water reliability.

Board Meetings & Agendas9
Map showing the seven divisions of the Semitropic Water Storage District in Kern County, California.

Board Officers and Members

Division 3

Dan Waterhouse

President

Division 5

Philip Portwood

Vice President

Division 2

Chad W. Carroll

Secretary

Division 1

Jeff Fabbri

Treasurer

Division 4

Tim Thomson

Board Member

Division 6

Todd Tracy

Board Member

Division 7 

David Daniel

Board Member

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Local Representation Across Seven Divisions

The Semitropic Water Storage District is divided into seven divisions. Each director represents a specific area of the district and serves as a voice for ratepayers, helping guide decisions related to water resources, infrastructure, and long-term planning.