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The Customer Service Department is a vital part of the Kennewick Irrigation District (KID). We are here to service you in a variety of ways, including answering calls and emails regarding questions, complaints, concerns and suggestions; arranging service calls when necessary; and helping with account activities including payments and billing questions. The most important task is answering each call that comes in to our office. Customers call in with requests, delivery system changes, billing questions, outage reports, water damage reports and many other matters.
If you prefer, you can also submit your question via the form below. Emails sent after hours will be received by Customer Service on the next business day by 10:00am.
Dana Hernandez
Dana Hernandez, our Customer Account Supervisor, joined KID in October 2012. Dana received her B.S. in Business Management in 2008 and has over 15 years of management experience.
The District Manager is responsible for managing the day to day administrative and operational functions of the District, including strategic planning, staffing, budgeting, contracting, coordination of legal activities, and ensuring compliance in many facets of District activities.
The District Manager supports the Board of Directors, serves as the Board Secretary, and carries out Board policies. In addition to facilitation of Board and Committee meetings, irrigation election functions and assessments are supervised by this office.
Chuck Freeman
Chuck Freeman joined the Kennewick Irrigation District in November 2009 as its Secretary/District Manager. Prior to that, he was City Manager for the Cities of Coos Bay, Oregon and Airway Heights, Washington. Chuck is a graduate of the University of Iowa.
The Engineering and Operations departments are primarily responsible for the implementation of the District’s capital improvement plan, and work closely together to provide prioritizing, design, and construction of public works projects to maintain and improve existing infrastructure, provide new service, and increase reliability of water delivery. These departments oversee over 60 miles of canal, 300 miles of pipeline, 100 pump stations, 20 reservoirs, and other infrastructure.
The Engineering group works with individuals, cities and counties, architects, developers, and contractors, to ensure that projects are managed effectively following current state and federal laws, as well as policies and procedures established by the KID Board of Directors. Engineering personnel also provide irrigation system inspection and underground (call 811) locate services.
Irrigation Water Allotment Recalibrations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis through our Engineering Department.
For information regarding Recalibration (removing an irrigation water allotment), contact Lori Gibson, Engineering Administrative Assistant, at (509) 586-6012 ext. 148.
Jason McShane
Jason McShane, P.E., received his B.S. from Brigham Young University and was licensed as a Professional Engineer in 2010. He joined KID in 2005, and moved into his current position in 2012. He has successfully spearheaded numerous large projects within the District to improve water distribution and operations management.
The Finance Department consists of the treasurer, accounting staff, and customer service. The Finance Department also serves district staff and vendors working with KID for goods or services.
Stuart Dezember
Stuart Dezember, CPA joined KID as Comptroller/Treasurer in February 2022. He received his B.S. from Central Washington University in 1996 and became a licensed CPA in 1998.
He has over 24 years of experience in Finance, Treasury, Tax Compliance, Internal Controls and Auditing while working in local government, federal government, and public practice.
Stuart lives in Richland with his wife Renee.
The Land and Water Resources Department consists of the Land and Water Resources Manager, Real Property Manager, Information Technology and Purchasing Specialist, and GIS/Environmental Compliance Specialist. This Department is responsible for District environmental and natural resource management, water resources planning, real property sales, and geographic information systems.
Planning at KID involves environmental management and compliance, water resources planning and management, and policy analysis.
Seth Defoe
Seth Defoe joined KID in April 2010 as a GIS Specialist before being promoted to his current position of Land and Water Resources Manager in September 2013. He has over 14 years of experience working for various levels of government in environmental analysis and geographic information systems. He has held positions with the U.S. Forest Service, the Oregon Department of Revenue, the City of Redmond (Washington), and the City of Troutdale (Oregon).
Seth holds a bachelor’s degree in Geography from Oregon State University, and a master’s degree in Environmental Planning from Eastern Washington University.
Contact Seth Defoe, Land and Water Resources Manager, with questions regarding District water resources and general environmental management issues.
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The role of the Public Relations Coordinator is to provide an avenue of education and information between the Kennewick Irrigation District and their customers and the greater community.
As part of the Customer Service team, Public Relations serves as the point of contact for media coordination, administers the Canal Safety program, designs and implements internal communications activities, coordinates and conducts public education and information events and activities through publications, outreach events, website administration, and new media services.
Contact our Public Relations Coordinator, Matthew Berglund, with questions related to one of the above topics at 509.586.6012 ext. 128.
Matthew Berglund
Matthew Berglund received his bachelor’s degree in communications from Eastern Washington University in 2007. He spent 10 years providing customer service, marketing and social media strategy in the healthcare industry prior to becoming the current Public Relations Coordinator at Kennewick Irrigation District.
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Dry Drowning & Secondary Drowning: Symptoms and Warning Signs
Written by Amanda Gardner
You pay close attention to your kids when they’re swimming or playing in the pool, splashing in the ocean. You make sure a lifeguard is on hand, and you never leave your little ones alone near any water -- even the tub. And that’s the right thing to do. But there’s still more you can do to keep them safe: Learn the signs of danger after they’re out of the water and what to do.
Health experts define drowning as trouble breathing after you get water into your airways. Sometimes that happens while swimming or bathing. But it can come from something as simple as getting water in your mouth or getting dunked.
Although it can be fatal, it isn't always.
You can survive drowning if you get help right away.
You may have heard of the terms “dry drowning” and “secondary drowning.” Those aren’t actually medical terms. But they do point to rare complications that you should know about and that are more common in children.
With so-called dry drowning, water never reaches the lungs. Instead, breathing in water causes your child's vocal cords to spasm and close up. That shuts off their airways, making it hard to breathe. You would start to notice those signs right away -- it wouldn’t happen out of the blue days later.
“Secondary drowning” is another term people use to describe another drowning complication. It happens if water gets into the lungs. There, it can irritate the lungs’ lining and fluid can build up, causing a condition called pulmonary edema. You’d likely notice your child having trouble breathing right away, and it might get worse over the next 24 hours.
Both events are very rare. They make up only 1%-2% of all drownings, says pediatrician James Orlowski, MD, of Florida Hospital Tampa.
Symptoms
Drowning complications can include:
- Coughing
- Chest pain
- Trouble breathing
- Feeling extremely tired
Your child may also have changes in behavior such as such as irritability or a drop in energy levels, which could mean the brain isn't getting enough oxygen.
What to Do
If your child has any breathing problems after getting out of the water, get medical help. Although in most cases the symptoms will go away on their own, it's important to get them checked out.
"The most likely course is that the symptoms are relatively mild and improve over time," says Mark Reiter, MD, past president of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine.
Any problems that do develop are usually treatable if you get medical care right away. Your job is to keep a close eye on your child for the 24 hours after they have had any problems in the water.
If the symptoms don’t go away, or if they get worse, take your child to the emergency room, not your pediatrician's office.
"Your child will need a chest X-ray, an IV, and be admitted for observation," says Raymond Pitetti, MD, associate medical director of the emergency department at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. "That can't be done in an office."
If your child has to stay in the hospital, they will probably get "supportive care.” This means that doctors will check their airways and monitor their oxygen level. If your child has severe trouble breathing, they may need to use a breathing tube for a while.
Prevention
The most important thing you can do is help prevent drowning in the first place.
- Always watch closely when your child is in or around water.
- Only allow swimming in areas that have lifeguards.
- Never let your child swim alone.
- Never leave your baby alone near any amount of water -- even in your home.
Enroll yourself and your kids in water safety classes. There are even programs that introduce children 6 months to 3 years of age to the water.
If you have a pool at your home, make sure it's completely fenced.
Teenagers are more likely to have drowning incidents that are related to drugs and alcohol, so teach your kids about the risks, says Mike Gittelman, MD, co-director of the Comprehensive Children's Injury Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
Don’t let your guard down, even if the water isn't deep. Drowning can happen in any kind of water -- bathtubs, toilet bowls, ponds, or small plastic pools.
"Water safety is by far the most important thing," Reiter says.
The child's need for water. Myths and truth. Let's figure it out!
Author of article Belmer Sergey Viktorovich
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Water is the basis of life and a natural component of the human body. Children's bodies especially need proper water intake. After all, it is at an early age that the most important stages in the development of the nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive and immune systems of the body occur.
The right diet for a child is the basis of his health and further development. And the sooner you help your child form the habit of competent water consumption, the easier it will be for him to maintain a healthy and proper lifestyle in the future.
The body of a child is 80% water, and an adult - 60%. So, let's figure it out: how much water is needed for the healthy development of a child's body, what kind of water is useful, and how often should a child be offered a drink?
Expert opinion
These and other important questions on the topic are answered by Belmer Sergey Viktorovich , Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Hospital Pediatrics No.
2 of the Pediatric Faculty of the Russian National Research Medical University (RNIMU) named after. N.I. Pirogov.
Let's debunk the most popular myths about water, that is, the most popular misconceptions about its benefits, quantity, quality, and possible harm.
Myth #1: It is necessary to give your baby water from the moment of birth
It's a delusion. It all depends on the specific situation, whether the child is breastfed or not. How much and how often the child consumes breast milk or formula per day. Every age has different water needs. See for yourself:
Standards for the total daily water requirement of children
| Child age | Water requirement per 1 kg. body weight |
| 1 day | 90 ml |
| 10 days | 135 ml |
| 3 months | 150 ml |
| 6 months | 140 ml |
| 9 months | 130 ml |
| 1 year | 125 ml |
| 4 years | 105 ml |
The table values take into account all the water that the child receives during the day.
This is pure water, and various drinks, and soups, and solid food, which also contains water.
Based on the data presented in the table, you can easily calculate the child's need for clean water. So, for example, take a baby weighing 3 kilograms. According to the table, we calculate the daily need of the baby for water: 3 kg * 90 ml = 270 ml / day. If you know how much water from milk or complementary foods a child receives per day, it is not difficult to calculate whether additional water should be given to the baby.
As a rule, a breast-fed baby up to six months of age has enough water from mother's milk and does not require additional water intake. With the introduction of complementary foods, additional water is required for the child.
But once again I want to remind you that the rate of water consumption is a purely individual value, which depends on the activity of the child, the biochemical characteristics of the child's body, on the temperature and humidity of the surrounding air.
Myth #2: Bottled water should still be boiled
Bottled water does not need to be boiled. The technology of water preparation and bottling ensures its sterility throughout the entire shelf life. In this regard, boiling, aimed specifically at the destruction of microorganisms in water, is not required in this case. In all other cases, such as tap water, spring, well, etc., it is necessary to boil. And sometimes more serious methods of processing such water are required, but it is not recommended to give such water to children.
Myth #3: There is no difference between "baby" and "adult" water.
"Children's" water is distinguished by higher quality requirements and a physiologically balanced composition. Bottled water of the first and, especially, the highest category is subject to very strict requirements for its safety, in particular, for its chemical composition. In the case of "baby" water, the requirements for its composition are even higher.
In its production, it is necessary not only to prevent the excess of the concentration of macro- and microelements, but also to ensure their balanced content, taking into account the characteristics of the child's body.
Myth #4: Water can be easily replaced with juices, fruit drinks and other drinks
Any drink is a source of water. However, the composition of various drinks, such as juices, fruit drinks, etc., contains other substances besides water, such as sugar, the excess of which may be undesirable for a child. In this regard, replacing “clean water” with other drinks should be done with great care. After the introduction of complementary foods, juices and fruit drinks appear in the composition of the child's diet in regulated volumes.
Myth #5: Baby water is a marketing ploy
It's a delusion. "Children's" water, as I have already said, is distinguished by special requirements for its composition, in particular, the balance of the amount of macro- and microelements, corresponding to the needs of the child's body.
Myth #6: Boiled and filtered water is no different from baby water
Boiling destroys microorganisms. The results of filtration depend on the characteristics of the filter, but, first of all, particles suspended in it are removed.
Myth #7: Water with any mineral composition is good for a child
The water contains calcium, magnesium, sodium, iodine, selenium and many other macro- and microelements that are necessary for the body. It is important that their content does not exceed the permissible concentration. On the other hand, it should be borne in mind that water is not the exclusive and even the main source of these substances: the child receives them, first of all, from other foods. However, the deficiency of certain minerals in water, which is often observed in various regions of the world, can lead to diseases. Thus, water without minerals is hazardous to health.
Myth #8: Boiled water is best for formula feeding
It's a delusion. It is best to use specially prepared industrially "baby" water. It is safe and has an optimal chemical composition.
These are the main myths about water in terms of baby food and consumption that are encountered today. For a more detailed study of the topic, consider a few more frequently asked questions that parents of babies contact us with.
What are the benefits of the minerals indicated in the composition? (Ca, Mg, K, bicarbonates, sulfates, fluorides, chlorides)
Minerals in the composition of water are necessary for the normal course of metabolic processes. Calcium and magnesium are essential for bone formation and the functioning of the nervous system, potassium is essential for the normal functioning of the heart and muscles, sodium is a key factor in almost all metabolic processes. It is very important that the chemical composition of water meets the needs of the body, which is achieved by certain technological methods in the production of special "children's" water.
How to persuade a child to drink water?
It's hard to persuade. The child drinks according to his needs. Feeling thirsty is an indicator of water consumption. Water in a bottle or drinking bowl should always be nearby. Offer your baby first quality water, not sugary drinks.
How to teach a toddler to drink from a bottle?
In the first days and months of life, if necessary, you can gradually accustom the child to water, supplementing it with a spoon or from a bottle with a nipple. And if you start giving water at an older age, then you can immediately move on to a baby cup or sippy cup.
How to drink a child on a trip?
Special baby water is the best choice for a child while traveling. Such water is sterile and compensates for possible loss of salts, thanks to a balanced chemical composition.
How much baby water to take on a plane?
It depends on the age of the child and the duration of the flight, but not less than 100 ml. This is the minimum stock.
Should I give my baby water at night?
It is not necessary to water the child at night, but if such a need arises, offer the child a couple of sips of water. This is fine.
Should I give my child to drink after active games in the heat?
This must be done without fail, and not only after, but also during active games in the sun or in hot weather, since water is excreted from the body in significant quantities with sweating. Offer your baby water as often as possible. It is more convenient to take special "baby" water in a bottle for a walk, it has a small volume, but sufficient even for a two- or three-hour walk.
Children's water "FrutoNyanya" - from the first days of life!
Children's water "FrutoNyanya" is water of the highest category. Does not require boiling. The water is carefully balanced in terms of mineral composition and is suitable even for the smallest children.
Special children's water "FrutoNyanya" is available in 0.
Choose the format that best suits you. A bottle of 0.33 liters is ideal for a walk. And for home use: preparing cereals, mixtures and pouring into a children's drinking bowl, bottled water of 1.5 liters will be convenient. A 5L canister is a great option for a large family or to take the required amount of water with you to the country.
Water quality control is carried out at all stages of the technological process of its production in the accredited testing center "FrutoNyanya". The test center employees take water samples at every stage of its production.
When extracting water from a well, the stage of water treatment, whether it is purification from mechanical impurities, the stage of normalizing the composition of water in terms of the content of macro- and microelements, the ozonation process or final filtration. Also, samples are taken without fail when pouring water into containers and its packaging.
All samples undergo mandatory testing for compliance with the requirements and standards. Product quality control is a continuous round-the-clock process of our center. If at least one discrepancy is found, the batch is not allowed to be sold.
Author of the article Belmer Sergey Viktorovich
Pediatric gastroenterologist, MD, professor.
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