Operational Testing Begins
OPERATIONAL TESTING | Over the course of the next several weeks, Kennewick Irrigation District will be conducting operational testing on certain systems throughout our district. Operational testing can only be performed on systems that have a water source, such as a pond. Each system generally takes 2-3 days to test, which will begin each morning […]
Yakima Basin water supply in good shape for 2022 season, Bureau of Reclamation says
KATE SMITH Yakima Herald-Republic Mar 3, 2022 Water supply in the Yakima River Basin is in good shape for the 2022 irrigation season, according to the federal Bureau of Reclamation. The water supply forecast shows precipitation and reservoir storage at or above average as of Tuesday. The supply is expected to satisfy all senior and […]
2022 Polar Plunge!
Brrrrrr 🥶 – The 2022 Polar Plunge is in the books! Several of us from KID jumped (voluntarily) into the Columbia River over the weekend in an effort to raise money for the Special Olympics! In total, Eastern Washington raised over $64,000! Was it crazy? Probably Was it worth it? Absolutely! Special thanks to the […]
KID Blood Drive
KID Blood Drive Flyer The KID blood drive is on Monday, March 21st from 12-5pm. You can sign up today by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and enter in KID next to where it says “Appointment”. For the month of March, the Red Cross is offering $10 e-gift cards to fanatics.com plus a chance to win a trip […]
Newhouse Participates in Kennewick, Greater Wenatchee Irrigation District Title Transfer Ceremony
Transfer supports local management of water supplies For Immediate Release: February 1, 2022 Contact: Amanda Fitzmorris, (202) 317-0098 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) participated in a title transfer ceremony with Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) Commissioner Camille Touton for both the Kennewick Irrigation District (KID) and the Greater Wenatchee Irrigation District (GWID). Rep. Newhouse […]
Central Storage Reservoir Scoping Kick-Off Meeting
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PODCAST: Western Water Challenges: Collaboration & Leadership from Washington State
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN Welcome back to Season 2 of A Voice for Rural America! In this episode, Chairman Dan Newhouse (WA-04) is joined by U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Camille Touton, Kennewick Irrigation District Manager Chuck Freeman, and Greater Wenatchee Irrigation District Manager Craig Gyselinck to discuss the challenges and opportunities stemming from federal water […]
Camille Touton Sworn In as Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner
Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 Contact: Interior_Press@ios.doi.gov “As the Interior Department continues to lead the Biden-Harris administration’s all-of-government approach to addressing the worsening drought crisis, Camille’s steady leadership, collaborative spirit, and deep knowledge of America’s natural resources will help ensure that we can meet the challenges of the moment,” said Secretary Haaland. “Camille’s water management experience will […]
Here Comes Santa Claus!
Exciting news! Santa is going to visit the Kennewick Irrigation District! Our drive through event went so well last year, Santa just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to hand out all new gifts and greet all of the children once again. Wednesday, December 8th from 2-4pm Thursday, December 9th from 3-5pm Kennewick Irrigation […]
Career Opportunity: Comptroller/Treasurer
The Kennewick Irrigation District is currently seeking an experienced Comptroller/Treasurer. Salary Range |$109,992 – $143,640 per year, DOQ General Summary | The Comptroller/Treasurer position is the department head for the Finance Department, which currently includes the financial and accounting division and customer service. This position consists of two distinct but complementary roles. The Comptroller […]