Oversees water distribution, ensures fair allocation, and coordinates maintenance of the irrigation system.
Assists the Mayordomo with administrative oversight and enforcement of acequia rules.
Executes the Mayordomo’s orders by opening and closing headgates, monitoring ditch conditions, and reporting problems.
Holds water rights, uses water for agriculture, and is responsible for contributing labor and/or resources to maintain the system.
Parciantes vote on water use rules, maintenance schedules, and resolve disputes through local acequia meetings.
Parciantes contribute labor during annual ditch cleaning (limpieza), and may provide additional support based on water usage or community decisions.