Sutter Creek – The Amador Water Agency hosts an open house barbecue and tour of its facilities Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of the agency’s incorporation. The AWA board of directors has scheduled a special meeting during the open house, which runs 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the AWA offices and surrounding facilities, at 12800 Ridge Road in Sutter Creek. Board President Terence Moore called the special meeting, announced by board secretary Cris Thompson. The agenda includes the “Amador Water Agency 50th Anniversary Celebration,” a meet and greet with AWA directors and managers, a brief ceremony and recognition of employee. Directors will also lead visitors on a tours of AWA 's Tanner Reservoir and Water Treatment Plant. The Amador County Water Agency was incorporated in 1959 by Amador County residents. The agency in a release Monday said “In 2009, the agency celebrates the achievements of those who built the foundations of Amador County’s water utility system and the public servants who have guided the Amador Water Agency into the 21st Century.” The meeting will tell about the history of AWA and what’s in store for the future. The board includes President Terence Moore, District 5, in his 11th year on the board, whose term ends next year. There are also 4 first-year board members, including 2 whose terms expire next year. They are Vice President Bill Condrashoff, District 1, and Director Debbie Dunn, District 4. Director Gary Thomas, District 2, and Director Don Cooper, District 3, both are serving terms that expire in 2012. Moore said last month that he will not seek a 4th term on the agency board. The board earlier this month appointed Gene Mancebo as the agency’s interim general manager. The open house will include a tour of AWA’s Water Wise Garden, refreshments, birthday cake, and hotdogs. Story by Jim Reece This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.