Meet the Board
Jan Wilkins - President
Jan and her husband Ross fell in love with Hayden Lake 8 years ago after hearing raves about it from family and friends in the area. The small community ambiance, the spectacular and clean lake, and the great folks of northern Idaho convinced them that they had found their ideal retirement spot. Jan had years of experience in community and non-profit organizations, so when an ill-advised potential development in their neighborhood threatened the lake, she was quick to get involved.
She considers that building partnerships and collaboration with other existing agencies, neighbors and organizations is they key to success for citizen initiatives. Through the opposition process she became aware of the Hayden Lake Watershed Association, which assisted in the opposition’s efforts. Jan was later asked to join the board and has been President since 2022. She is so proud of the advocacy successes of the HLWA. She also feels that we can and should each make a positive contribution to the future of the lake. and that it is important not to take it’s great condition for granted.
Gil Rossner - Vice President
Gil and Rita Rossner have lived on Hayden Lake for 25+ years, up on the North Arm at Sportsman Park. Gil is happily retired from a career in sales and is an avid waterfowl hunter, putting him on the waters of North Idaho many months out of the year.
He is particularly interested in the ecology of the North Arm and other shallow bays on Hayden Lake that were created when the dike was installed almost 100 years ago. Gil and Rita spend many a summer afternoon or evening out on the lake with their labrador retriever, Daisy.
Geoff Harvey - President Emeritus
Geoff Harvey has resided on Hayden Lake's south shore for twenty years. He has been active in advocating for the protection and improvement of the Hayden Lake Watershed for more than 25 years. He has served twice as the President of the Hayden Lake Watershed Association.
Educated in the physical sciences, especially chemistry and biological sciences, he has made an effort to understand the hydrology and water quality of the lake and the watershed’s influence as more and more has been learned of these subjects over the years. Employed for many years by Idaho’s Department of Environmental Quality, as a water quality specialist, he has been well positioned to study the lake and its management.
Bob Humiston - Treasurer
I graduated from UCLA in 1971 with a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts. Became a Certified Public Accountant in 1972 in California and in 2016 in Idaho. Began my professional career at Price Waterhouse & Company in 1971 where I advanced to an audit manager in 1976. Primarily in the audit department for large public companies in a variety of industries. Commenced employment in 1976 with a small national firm with a main office in New York, Brout & Company. I joined their Los Angeles office as an audit manager with clients in a variety of industries. I also headed the tax department. I became a partner in 1978. I started my firm, Humiston & Company, Certified Public Accountants, Inc., in 1980. In 2020, changed name to Humiston, Clayton & Company. Our clients consist of non-public entities in a variety of industries. Our services include financial statement preparation, business and tax consultation, business management, tax planning and tax return preparation services. Practicing in Idaho and California.
Presently, I serve on the Board of Directors of the following non-profit organizations: Fond Land Preservation Foundation – land conservancy entity managing the second largest open space public park in Los Angeles County. Serving as president since inception in 2003; Hayden Lake Executive RV & Boat Condo Association, Inc – currently serving as Treasurer of 171 storage condominium unit organization since 2021; Mahana Homeowner’s Association – member for 16 years. Served as president and treasurer of this 216 unit residential condominium association in Hawaii.
Todd Walker - Member at large
Todd Walker has served as Lake Manager on Hayden Lake since 2005. Todd received initial funding from Kootenai Environmental Alliance and the Hayden Lake Watershed Association. With their support, he monitored the lake’s water quality and worked on projects to benefit Hayden Lake. He helped implement the S.E.E.P. watershed science education program. Through this outreach, foremen, contractors, construction workers, and those working near waterways learned to protect the water from their activities. He keeps his eye on activities around the lake and throughout the watershed and responds to resident concerns. He has worked many strong years with influential policymakers to build a better future for Hayden Lake.
Shawn Hathaway - Member at large
In 1967, Shawn’s parents purchased a summer cabin on Mokins Bay and thus began a lifelong love for Hayden Lake. Shawn and his wife Jill currently live near Preston Beach.
After graduating from Washington State University with a degree in Biology, he has worked in the pharmaceutical industry for over 30 years. Hobbies outside of work include hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, golfing and rafting. Shawn joined the board in 2021 and feels honored to help preserve and protect Hayden Lake and its watershed.
Alicia Humiston - Member at large
With over 35 years in accounting, including 25 as CFO for a film production company, Alicia Humiston is a dedicated advocate for maintaining our natural environment. Her commitment extends to her previous role as President of the Rental By Owner Awareness Association an Non Profit, where she was involved in lobbying for positive legislative changes in Hawaii communities.
Alicia's decision to join HLWA stemmed from her conviction that she could contribute to the board – her neighbors and friends – in their important work of educating and improving the health of Hayden Lake. Her love for water and watersports drew her to this lake in 2007.
Beyond her professional life and community involvement, Alicia cherishes time with family and expresses her creativity through glass art in her studio. She is also an enthusiastic golfer whenever the weather allows.
Leda Kobziar - Member at large
Greg Hill - Digital Communications
Greg and his family moved to Hayden Lake in 2022. He has worked in data management for more than twenty years.
He is particularly interested in the ecology and history of our watershed and lake.
Greg spends as much time as he can exploring our watershed and lake with his wife and two daughters.