Rivers. Important then.
Important now.
Navigation maintenance
The UMWA helps to ensure the Upper Mississippi navigation system is used and maintained in a safe manner.Environment focused
We advocate policies that keep our waterways environmentally healthy and viable.Stakeholder members
The association's membership is comprised of waterway operators, shippers and those interested to promote a thriving waterway.Representing Members
We advocate for those in IA, MN and WI with an interest in waterways, from manufacturing to utilities; from transportation to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.Transportation
A large percentage of our region's agricultural products are transported on our waterways.
Wildlife
Our ecology counts on an environmentally sound waterway.
Recreation
Use of waterways is a major contributor to economic vitality.
Infrastructure
Investment in infrastructure is essential to ensure the success of our waterways.
2020 Climate
Trends and Forecast
This spring, Adam Turchioe, a climatologist at Cargill, shared his climate trends and forecast report for the 2020 season with UMWA. His report included current river and soil moisture conditions and his thoughts about upcoming weather.
Click the button to download his presentation.
Are you a member? Consider joining UMWA
Please join us in our commitment to preserve the economic and environmental viability of the Upper Mississippi waterway. The organization is only as strong as our membership, and we need people just like you.
Click the button to download the UMWA Membership Application.
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Meet the UMWA Executive Committee
Chair, Board of Directors
Doug Hosszu
Upper River Services, LLC
President
Tom Burrows
RMS
Vice President
Zach Pontzer
J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.
Secretary
Scott Dohman
Mosaic
Treasurer
Linda Williams
St. Paul Port Authority
Director
Mark Caspers
CCI
Director
Al Christopherson
Director
Ben Doane
CHS Inc.
Director
Paul Freeman
MN Soybean Growers
Director
Greg Genz
Kaposia Marine
Director
Jack Holm
Lafarge Holcim
Director
David Johnson
Tow Inc.
Director
Gregory J. Genz
Kaposia Marine
Director
Jack Holm
LafargeHolcim
Director
David Johnson
Tow, Inc.
Director
Taylor Luke
LS Marine
Director
Ryan Pecinovsky
Pile Drivers Local 1847
Director
Rick Voigt
Voigt Consultants LLC
Director
Mark Wegner
Twin Cities & Western RR
Director
Mike Wilson
Wilson Oil
The board is elected every two years.
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Maple Grove, MN 55311
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