Celebrating #CAWaterWeek: Meet Our Dedicated California Water Professionals!
Jerry Prieto, Jr., Board Chairman
We’re thrilled to highlight the dedicated leadership of Jerry Prieto Jr., who has served as Chairman of the North Kings GSA since its inception in 2016.
As Chairman, Jerry leads Board of Directors meetings with a focus on facilitating collaboration and encouraging input from all members. He has a talent for making sure that all voices are heard at the table, creating an open forum for decision-making. Under his guidance, the North Kings GSA has remained focused on groundwater sustainability.
In addition to his role as Chairman of the North Kings GSA, Jerry also serves as Vice President on the Fresno Irrigation District Board of Directors where he represents the interests of the region’s water users.
Stephania Ramirez, Outreach Specialist
This year we recognize Stephania Ramirez, a Public Affairs Specialist at Provost & Pritchard whose work plays an important role in groundwater sustainability and community outreach.
You’ve likely come across her work in your mailbox, inbox, or while scrolling through your social media feed. Whether it’s a flyer, mailer, or a thoughtfully crafted post, Stephania ensures that the stakeholders of the North Kings GSA remain informed and engaged with the latest developments in groundwater management. Her efforts help make complex water updates accessible and understandable for all.
Stephania has been instrumental in creating materials that connect landowners, water users, and community members with important updates about groundwater sustainability. By keeping communication channels open and engaging, she helps ensure that everyone has a voice in the ongoing conversation about groundwater management in the North Kings GSA.
Owen Kubit, Engineer Consultant
Meet Owen Kubit, an Engineer at Provost & Pritchard and consultant to the North Kings GSA.
Owen brings extensive expertise to his role, holding multiple credentials, including Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG), and Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM). His experience is instrumental in helping the North Kings GSA make informed decisions about groundwater management.
Owen’s responsibilities include developing groundwater management policies, establishing monitoring networks, and creating the water budgets that guide the North Kings GSA’s decision-making process. His work ensures the agency has the data needed to balance current groundwater use with long-term sustainability goals. Currently, Owen is focused on updating the North Kings GSA’s Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP), which serves as a detailed roadmap for achieving groundwater sustainability. With the GSP resubmittal set for January 2025, Owen is working diligently to ensure the plan reflects the latest data and complies with state regulations. His technical expertise continues to be an asset to the North Kings GSA’s mission of effectively managing local groundwater resources
