The Rockwood Water Board of Directors is comprised of five members who reside within the District and are elected by voters to represent one of five District subdivisions. Directors serve staggered four-year terms. View a subdistrict map here.
Steve Okazaki
President
Representing Subdistrict #4
Term expires December 31, 2024
cell phone: 503-341-8657
e-mail: sokazaki@rwpud.org
Board member Steve Okazaki is a retired banker. He is a graduate of Portland State University. Steve has 30+ years in the banking industry. Steve and his wife have been married for 51 years and have one daughter who works as a teacher. She is married to an attorney, and they have two children. As a board member, Steve’s goal for the Rockwood Water PUD is to provide the community with quality water at affordable prices. Steve has lived within the Rockwood Water PUD district for 45 years. His decades long residency and banking experience provide him with valuable knowledge about the district so, he is able to contribute to the successful fiscal management of the water supply.If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call Steve.
Kathy Zimmerman
Vice-President
Representing Subdistrict #3
Term expires December 31, 2024
phone: 503-665-4179
email: kzimmerman@rwpud.org
“With the recent gorge fires, my interest was peaked in regard to our water sources and water safety. When a Board position opened on the Rockwood Water PUD, I thought it would be a good opportunity to become involved, as water quality and safety impact everyone in the community. My husband and I have lived in the Rockwood area for the past 40 years. Learning to balance career, marriage, adult children and grandkids requires that I do not become rigid in my thinking. After a career of 31 years in banking, I became a licensed counselor in Oregon/Washington in 2008. I considers myself a life-long learner and an active listener. It is my honor to represent my neighbors in Subdistrict 3.”
Tom Lewis
Secretary
Representing Subdistrict #1
Term expires December 31, 2024
cell phone: 503-347-5715
e-mail: tlewis@rwpud.org
Board member Tom Lewis has lived in the District for 29 years. He has been married for 29 years and has two daughters. As a licensed general contractor, he has over 17 years combined work experience in residential weatherization services, mechanical systems, HVAC design, and commercial construction. He has been very active in the community as a volunteer for the following: Daybreak Homeless Program – Human Solutions, Centennial Community Association, Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross, and the VFW. Tom also has experience serving on the Rockwood Water PUD Budget Committee. His hobbies include softball, golf and snow skiing.
Larry Dixon
Treasurer
Representing Subdistrict #5
Term expires December 31, 2026
home phone: 503-254-3337
e-mail: ldixon@rwpud.org
Board member Larry Dixon has lived in the District for over 38 years. He has been married for 42 years, has two grown children, and three grandchildren. He has been self-employed as a small business owner in the local area since 1970. He enjoys fishing and hunting. His goal for the District is to provide the highest quality water at the lowest price to the District’s customers. “Being conservative I try to spend your money wisely. Feel free to contact me with your questions or concerns.”
Colby Riley
Director
Representing Subdistrict #2
Term expires December 31, 2026
phone: 503-665-4179
email: criley@rwpud.org
“My family and I moved to Gresham in 1986 where I attended Centennial High School and graduated in 1990. I also attended Mt. Hood Community College for a short time. I graduated from Saint Leo University with a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice specializing in criminology. I am honored to have been given this opportunity to serve the Rockwood community that I have called home for the past 32 years. I have been married for 14 years, I have 1 adult son. I am a Navy Veteran, love fishing, hiking and the great outdoors. I am always looking for the opportunity to serve others and make the community and my surroundings a better place for everyone.”