Chapter 1 is the founding Chapter
of the
International Right of Way Association
We are dedicated to improving lives through infrastructure development and connecting our Southern California communities.
The members of Chapter One come from all walks of life such as Transportation Authorities and Departments, Water and School Districts, Public Works and Redevelopment Agencies, Utility companies, Railroads, and private consultants such as appraiser, title specialist, acquisition agents, attorneys, relocation assistance agents, and right-of-way and civil engineers. With this unparalleled wealth of experience and expertise, participation in our educational seminars, classes and networking events is always a highly valuable and rewarding experience.
After successfully hosting the annual IRWA Education Conference in Long Beach, California in June 2024, Chapter One continues to engage and to grow.
The Chapter One Board provides the best in education, training, networking, and social events for all members and Right of Way professionals. As a member of Chapter One you can continue your professional educational development and network with an exciting group of right-of-way professionals.
Executive Board
Executive Board 2026-2027
President
(International Director 1)
Neidy Pinuelas
SR/WA, RW-RAC, RW-URAC California Department of Transportation
President Elect
(International Director 2)
Alana Edwards
SoCal Gas Company
Treasurer
Cheryl Demucci
SR/WA, RW-RAC
Paragon Partners
Secretary
Steve Johnson
SR/WA
Metropolitan Water District
Committees
- Professional Development – Bill Larsen
- Newsletter – Dionisio Marquez
- Education- Jonathan Quan
- Membership- Diane Dominguez
- Young Professional – Sarah Riggs
- Public Agency – Janelle Parra
- Legal – Mike Yoshiba, Esq
- Oil & Gas- April Harvey
- Pipeline- Ann Kulikoff
- Project Management – Ray Mehler
- Relocation – Dionisio Marquez
- Utilities – Bill Larsen
- Asset Management- Paul Norlen
- Nominations & Awards – Julie Del Rivo
- Fall Seminar Chair -Joyce Riggs
- Fall Seminar Co-Chair- Paul Norlen
- Valuation Seminar Chair – Nicole Galvez
- Social Media – Sarah Riggs
- Luncheon Coordinator – Robby Riggs
- Website/Correspondence – Jonathan Quan