Officers

Peter Manley
Vice President
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Scott Bordeau
President
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Steve Taylor
Treasurer
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Colette Camerano
Secretary
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Board of Directors

Mark Diedrich
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My wife Karen and I purchased land on Lake Petenwell in 2002 and built in 2006-7. This was to be our retirement home and a home for our kids to visit and enjoy. Karen was able to enjoy it for a few years but she passed away in 2011. As she wanted, I retired here in 2014 as part of our dream and really enjoy it. Being able to be a part of making the water better and preserving the WI. River for my children and future generations is my goal. Being a part of the PACRS, I feel, allows me to do this.

Virgil Miller
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I joined the PACRS shortly after purchasing a condo adjacent to Barnum Bay, on Lake Petenwell in 2007. I have been a life long sailor, having grown up on Lake Michigan. Because of my love of sailing my wife and I moved from Chicago to Florida in 1978. My wife’s father grew up in Janesville, and she has always loved Wisconsin. As we approached retirement we sought property in Wisconsin and now spend about six months a year in Wisconsin and the other six months in Florida.
Early after arriving in Wisconsin we experienced some horrible blue green algae – something I liken to split pea soup neglected on the stove for hours. I have pictures of a squirrel which wandered out on the thick algae, ultimately drowning and covered with green yuck. Water quality I think is everyone’s responsibility. I have always appreciated the knowledge, positive planning, goals and the PACRS’ leadership and ability to harness the interests and concerns of the diverse groups who enjoy the waters of Wisconsin. Working with property owners; recreational groups – beach goers, fishers, boaters; farmers; legislators; county officials; point source factories, paper mills, waste water treatment plants; the EPA and DNR, PACRS strives to improve water quality for this and future generations. The rewards for me through participating as a member of the PACRS, and recently joining the board of directors are very satisfying.
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As my family’s heritage began along the Wisconsin River in the early 1880’s, the river has always played a vital role for generations. Although I left the area briefly for military service and work in the Milwaukee area; I returned 43 years ago to Necedah to accept a position with Wisconsin River Power in 1976. For 26 of my 31 years, I served as Regional Supervisor for the Power Company, responsible for 40,000 acres and two hydro-electric plants; namely Petenwell and Castle Rock.
I have observed the cycles of changing water quality that lead to both great concern and interest.
Serving on the PACRS board as charter member and director; the goal for improvement of the ecosystems and reduction of the algae blooms are vital to businesses and recreational enthusiasts alike.
I personally participated in the water testing program for three years, with bi-weekly sampling of designated areas. Residing along the River, there are still some concerns, but I feel optimistic that steps are being taken to improve water quality throughout the State in, on and off the Flowages.
Gerry Ganther

Joe Stuchlak