Representing the voice of a community dedicated to preserving the Loxahatchee River, the Loxahatchee River District is guided by a publicly-elected, five-member Governing Board. Elected in staggered terms of four years, they bring to the District their expertise in environmental issues, engineering and planning. Click here to see a map of the Governing Board areas.

Paul J. Whalen, Chairman

Mr. Whalen has served on the Governing Board since 2003. He is a former Board Chairman of the Palm Beach Soil and Water Conservation District. Mr. Whalen is a certified professional hydrologist and is currently president of TAC Environmental Water Resources Consulting, Inc. He represents Area #3, which includes the Village of Tequesta and parts of unincorporated Palm Beach County near Loxahatchee River Road.  Email: paulwhalen@loxahatcheeriver.org Paul J. Whalen

Joseph O. Ellis, Assistant Secretary/Treasurer

Mr. Ellis celebrates his 33rd year with the District, having been elected to the Governing Board in 1976. Mr. Ellis has been a leading supporter of the District's environmental studies and educational programs. Mr. Ellis represents Area #4, which comprises Martin County and unincorporated areas of Palm Beach County west of 1-95 including Jupiter Farms. Email: joeellis@loxahatcheeriver.org Joseph O. Ellis

Sawyer Thompson Jr., Secretary

Mr. Thompson has served on the Governing Board since 1990. He is a former mayor of Juno Beach and has been instrumental in the District's recycling efforts, including the award-winning I.Q. Water program. Mr. Thompson represents Area #5, which is East Jupiter and two-thirds of the Town of Juno Beach. Email: tommythompson@loxahatcheeriver.org Saywer Thompon Jr.

Gordon M. Boggie, Vice Chairman

One of the newest members of the Governing Board, Mr. Boggie represents Area #1, which includes central Jupiter. Mr. Boggie is an experienced mechanical engineer and systems engineering manager.  He supports sustainable development to reduce environmental impact, as well as furthering public access and dialogue with the District.  Email: gordonboggie@loxahatcheeriver.org   Gordon M. Boggie

Harvey M. Silverman, Treasurer

Another one of the District's newest members of the Governing Board, Mr. Silverman represents Area #2, which includes southern portions of Jupiter including all of Abacoa.  Mr. Silverman holds more than 30 years of experience working as a senior management official with the Federal Government and looks forward to applyiing that experience to the District. Email: harveysilverman@loxahatcheeriver.org Harvey M. Silverman

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