Gene Butler

Board Candidate (Incumbent)

District 6

Candidate statement:

There are some important issues coming up in the near future.  I feel that with my 25-plus years of experience, I might be able to help out with those decisions.

Occupation, employer and job history:

Semi-retired farmer.

Education and experience:

Associate degree with Lewis-Clark State College.

Academic classes at Boise State, Lewis-Clark State and the University of Idaho.

Numerous classes given by NRECA.

Serving on the church council of Good Hope Lutheran Church.

Past president of the Clarkston Lions Club.

Past president of the Nez Perce County Farm Bureau.

Precinct committeeman Nez Perce County.

Service on committees, boards, nonprofits and civic organizations:

Any community service is very important.  Our friends, neighbors and families depend on those people who are willing to go the extra mile in leadership roles to bring about a better community for everyone.  This work is intense at times but overall very worthwhile.

The Clearwater Power Board is extremely important.  Our members depend on the Board, management and all our employees to provide electric power for all their needs.