Conservation Voters for Idaho, a bipartisan, non-profit organization that works to elect pro-conservation leaders, has named John T. Reuter as its new executive director.
Reuter recently completed his term as Council President of the Sandpoint City Council. He is also a publisher of the Sandpoint Reader, a weekly newspaper that he co-founded in 2004. Most recently, he worked as the Communications Director for the Idaho Senate Majority Caucus.
“John is a fabulous individual,” said Senator Nicole LeFavour (Boise-D). “I’ve worked with him on legislative and local issues and deeply admire his dedication and accomplishments. The relationships, knowledge and perspective he brings to advancing CVI’s mission in the legislature are immeasurable.”
“As a city councilman, John was a great partner in fighting invasive species and standing up for conservation. He understands Idaho and will be strong force at CVI in bringing people of all political stripes together to do what's right for our state's future,” said Representative Eric Anderson (Priest Lake-R).
As a city council member in Sandpoint, Mr. Reuter successfully advocated for numerous pro-conservation projects. He had leadership roles in securing land for the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail project and in creating a new Parks, Recreation and Trails Master Plan with a goal of zero waste. He is a former member of the College of Idaho’s National Alumni Board.
“Conservation is a core Idaho value that’s shared by hunters, anglers, families who love the outdoors, and everyone who enjoys clean air and water. I’m excited to help provide a megaphone through Conservation Voters for regular Idahoans’ voices to be heard,” said Reuter.
John is eager to talk and meet with all Idahoans passionate about conservation issues and politics. He can reached by email at john@conservationvotersforidaho.org or by phone at (208) 342-1264.
Conservation Voters for Idaho is a non-profit, bipartisan organization that works to pass laws protecting Idaho’s air, water, wildlife and open space—by electing people to office who will protect the quality of life Idahoans enjoy.
