Working Together

Belinda Provancher

Perpetua Resources

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Belinda is at the forefront of Perpetua Resources’ regional involvement in the local communities. She uses her community relationships to work with stakeholders and community leaders to educate folks about the Stibnite Project. Her work includes serving on local chamber boards, giving presentations to local organizations, chairing a local youth organization, organizing local festivals and volunteering with other community organizations and clubs. Belinda is always looking for ways to lend a helping hand. Belinda is a second-generation Idahoan who was fortunate enough to spend a lot of her childhood in the Valley County area enjoying all that it has to offer. After a few years away from Idaho she moved back to the area to raise her family. When she is not working or volunteering, you will find her camping, fishing and hunting with her husband and two children in the same areas she explored as a child. 

Brad Higgins

IDAHO COUNTY

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Idaho County Commissioner Brad Higgins has lived and made his living in Idaho County his entire life. He and his wife, Cindy, have been married for 30 years and have four adult children. In addition to gaining valuable work experience as a manager for Primeland Cooperatives, Higgins has been a self-employed farmer and rancher for the past 15+ years. Higgins credits his family, especially his grandfather, Frank Higgins, and his uncle, Doug Higgins, for instilling in him a strong sense of public service. As the Idaho County Commissioner from District III, Higgins sits on the board for the North Central Public Health District, the Clearwater Management Council, the Idaho County Waterways Committee and the Idaho Association of Counties Legislative Committee. He has been serving as Idaho County’s representative to the Stibnite Advisory Council since he took office in January of 2025.

Dave Tubridy

COUNCIL

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Dave was appointed to the Stibnite Advisory in March of 2025, representing the City of Council. Dave grew up in Chicago, graduating High School and College there, before enlisting in the United States Army. After the Army he moved out west to Nevada where he met his wife, Tina. They have been married for 34 years and have two sons and one daughter. After a successful career in law enforcement, Dave and his wife moved to Idaho, where they have lived for the last 10 years. He loves being outdoors, especially in the woods in his side by side. Being on the SAC allows Dave the unique opportunity to participate in the council and bring back timely information regarding the Stibnite project to the citizens of Council.

Deb Filler

Yellow Pine

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Deb Filler is a proud Idaho native. She spent 32 years working with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare filling a variety of roles, including casework, auditing, disaster recovery, and project management. Deb’s family has ties to the Stibnite area that date all the way back to World War II. Her grandfather built houses at the mine site, one of her uncles was an engineer for Bradley Mining Company, and her aunt and mom were raised at Stibnite. In 2008, Deb moved to Yellow Pine and immediately became very involved in the community. She has served as a Village of Yellow Pine Association Council member, worked on the Community Hall Committee, and been the longtime Director of the Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival. Deb also helped to establish the Idaho High Mountain Triathlon and helps run it each fall in Valley County.

Jerry Wolcott

Riggins

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Jerry Wolcott is a native of the Lower Salmon River. After graduating from Salmon River High School, and marrying his high school sweetheart, Joanne, Jerry pursued a career in the Forest Industry, as a forester and timberland manager. After retiring as a manager of 500,000 acres of timberland, he and Joanne were drawn back to their roots in Riggins. Jerry is excited to be involved in his community and be the liaison between the Stibnite Advisory Council and Riggins City Council.

John Sommerwerck

Donnelly

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John is a retired C-level information technology professional with over 30 years’ experience leading IT efforts for major corporations and consulting firms. During his career, he established himself as a strategic thinker and looks forward to using those skills on the Stibnite Advisory Council. John has a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Lehigh University. Insurance & Technology magazine selected him as one of 2002’s “Elite 8” Chief Information Officers. John is an outdoor enthusiast. During the winter, you can find him on the ski slopes. In the summer, he is hiking, water skiing, playing tennis and generally enjoying all the outdoors Valley County has to offer. John is proud to represent Donnelly on the Stibnite Advisory Council. He will make sure his neighbors have a voice as the Stibnite Gold Project moves forward.

Julie Good

City of New Meadows

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The appointment to the Stibnite Advisory Council from the City of New Meadows was a great honor for Julie. She has worked with regional and international charitable foundations and non-profit entities for over 30 years but the opportunity to be involved in community-based organizations always brings her the greatest joy. Over the years, Julie has developed technology expansion at Meadows Valley Public Library and has worked with local nonprofit groups on everything from community gardens and food for families to economic development and business retention. Whether directing the Heartland Community Choir or teaching free computer/business classes, she is intent on helping keep the magic of small-towns alive in local communities. Julie is looking forward to the possibilities afforded by the creation of the Stibnite Advisory Council, both now and in the future.

Keith Reynolds

Adams County

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Keith is a retired certified public accountant with a background that includes corporate leadership, entrepreneurial endeavors and government service. Throughout his professional career he established himself as a leader able to bring consensus among disparate viewpoints. Keith is a Mountain Home native and fourth generation Idahoan. He and his wife Laura have been married for over 40 years and have two lovely daughters. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Idaho with majors in accounting and finance. His retirement “job” has been working in a seasonal position at Brundage Mountain as a lift operator and he looks forward to each winter’s intense activity. Keith is active in Adams County administration. In addition to serving on the Stibnite Advisory Council, he is an Adams County Planning and Zoning Commissioner and is proud to work as an election worker at the New Meadows precinct. He was appointed to the Stibnite Advisory Council in 2026 and is pleased to have the opportunity to represent his neighbors and friends from Adams County.

Tom Reinhardt

Cascade

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Tom was appointed to the Stibnite Advisory Council in 2023. He is the CEO of Cascade Medical Center. He is responsible for the overall operation and performance of the medical center, which consists of a 24×7 emergency department, Physical Therapy, and Rural Health Clinics in Cascade and Donnelly. Tom leads the staff of 70 talented professionals to improve the health of people living in the region as well as those traveling to and through Valley County. Locally, Tom is past-president of the Cascade Chamber of Commerce and serves on Boards for Valley County Pathways, the Stibnite Advisory Council, the Stibnite Foundation, and IHA Ventures. Tom and his wife Rosemary enjoy the great outdoors – cycling, skiing, hiking, foraging, and kayaking.