Name: Madonna Wiebold

Place of residence: Jackson

Present water source: Well

Years in district: 26 years

Employment situation: Licensed real estate agent; self-employed: Jonny's on the Spot Porta-potty Service

Related experience: Ran a local water company for 15 years

Educational background: Some college

Reasons for candidacy: I want to continue as director for District 1, to develop and implement better communication among the agency, ratepayers and other stakeholders in Amador County. I would like to extend my knowledge and success in the private sector to the public's benefit. I feel that I offer a balance at the board level, with a woman's perspective.

Changes you would make: Open lines of communication to the agency. Make complex issues more understandable to the public.

What private sector jobs have you held and for how long?

Self-employed in various businesses for 26 years, including janitorial/carpet cleaning service, water bottling and real estate.

What public sector jobs have you held and for how long?

Treasurer for youth sporting organization. Coordinator for special events for various community organizations.

What are your "hot button" issues?

Getting stronger working environment for a multitude of government entities within our county, through communication and action.

Do you think there is adequate water for future growth in Amador County?

Yes. We're using approximately half of our water resources at this time.

Do you favor a federal classification of any part of the Mokelumne River as "wild and scenic"?

Yes.

If so, do you think this classification could affect Amador County's ability to get water long term (in 20, 50 or 100 years) for future growth?

In an effort to do water agency business, details of restrictions of wild and scenic classification need to be addressed in order to protect the public's water supply and allow us to continue to do business effectively.

Do you belong to any local organizations?

Yes. Amador Association of Realtors, STARS.

How do you feel about the water agency's involvement in wastewater systems?

It's part of the charter. We have to do it. It goes hand in hand with the water business.

Should the water agency get involved in the land use decision making process, or should it maintain its existing policy of simply responding to requests for water and/or wastewater service once a project has been submitted or approved?

No!

Are you either supporting, or endorsing, any other water agency board candidates?

No!

Have you been discussing your campaign with any other candidates?

No!