This Women’s History Month, NCWA proudly recognizes the invaluable contributions of the women who help shape water management and policy in the Sacramento Valley. These leaders bring a forward-looking perspective to their work, helping guide decisions today while planning for the needs of future generations. From our Board members to our staff, their leadership and dedication play a vital role in advancing healthy rivers, landscapes, and communities.
The remarkable NCWA Board members shown below are elected by their constituents and play pivotal roles in guiding our communities toward a resilient and sustainable future. We extend our deepest gratitude to these extraordinary women and their families for their continued dedication to public service. We also appreciate the women who serve on the NCWA staff, playing integral roles in advancing our commitment through legislative work, effective communication, and the seamless function of our organization.
We encourage you to explore their stories to learn more about how they are helping shape California’s water future—both now and for generations to come.
Supervisor Daurice Kalfsbeek-Smith, Colusa County
NCWA Board Member
Read more about Supervisor Kalfsbeek-Smith here.
Supervisor Janice Bell, Vice-Chair Colusa County
NCWA Board Member
Read more about Janice here.
Council Member Pauline Roccucci,
City of Roseville
NCWA Board Member
Read more about Council Member Roccucci here.
Corrie Davis, Gorrill Ranch
NCWA Board Member
Watch Corrie here.
Read Gorrill Ranch’s personal story here.
Nicole Van Vleck, Montna Farms
NCWA Board Member
Read more about Nicole here.
Read Montna Farm’s personal story here.
Mary Wells, Maxwell Irrigation District
NCWA Past-Chair, Board of Directors
Read Mary’s personal story here.
Ida Otterson-Noey, Administrator
NCWA Staff
Read more about Ida here.
Danyella Ochoa, Office Manager
NCWA Staff
Read more about Danyella here.
Kam Bezdek, Legislative Affairs Director
NCWA Staff
Read more about Kam here.
Joy Rust, Communications Director
NCWA Staff
Read more about Joy here.
