Three new members join Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society Board

Osoyoos, British Columbia (June 7, 2017) – Following its Annual General Meeting earlier this week, the Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society formed its new Board of directors for 2017-18 that include three new directors.

“Several Board members including long-time directors Stu Wells and Denis Potter as well as Phillip Harfman and Sean Van Horne, have stepped down,” explains President Birgit Arnstein. “We are very grateful for their time and expertise that have been instrumental in moving our organization forward.”

The three new members that include Scott Edwards, Julie Umberger and David Smith join an experienced BOD consisting of Birgit Arnstein; Liza Jensen; Neil Bousquet and Colin MacCrimmon.

The 2017-18 OLWQS Executive

Birgit Arnstein – President
Liza Jensen – Treasurer
Scott Edwards – Secretary

Adds Arnstein, “I am excited to have such an enthusiastic BOD with a broad-base of experience that will allow OLWQS to continue to play an important role in protecting Osoyoos Lake and the numerous challenges it faces.”

“One area where we need immediate help is with our pontoon boat and lake testing. We require volunteer crew members (some with a power boat certificate), to take water samples from five areas of the lake during the summer months.”

“Board member Colin MacCrimmon is spearheading the Boat and Water Testing portfolio for OLWQS.”