MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Nevada 100 Club is to provide immediate financial aid and support to dependent families of First Responders who are killed or seriously injured in the line of duty, and to provide resources that enhance their safety and welfare.
Meet our leadership. Our background in First Responders’ community inspire and drive us to take the lead and drive our mission and purpose to its full potential.
BOARD MEMBERS
Rudi Southerland
Rudi Southerland dedicated his entire professional career to helping others, starting with his service in the San Diego Lifeguard Service, the San Diego Harbor Patrol and then on to the San Diego City Fire Department. He retired as a Fire Captain after more than 40 years of service to the public. Rudi has always been very passionate about making the world a better place, without it ever being about him. His crew saved the life of a prominent citizen who visited the fire station afterward and wanted to give each member a very valuable gift. Rudi explained that this was not possible and instead of turning away the generous offer, suggested that a donation be made to upgrade the entire fleet of fire trucks and ambulances with state of the art EKGs. The entire city of San Diego became the beneficiary that started with Rudi`s crew making a correct life-saving pre-hospital diagnosis that disagreed with the readout of the EKG machine in use by San Diego Fire at that time. Rudi’s commitment did not end with his retirement. He conceived of, and personally funded, what eventually became the Nevada 100 Club. His vision continues to grow as we bring new benefits into our programs that benefit all first responders in the State of Nevada.
PRESIDENT
Kate Warner
Kate Warner is currently the Administration Division Officer for the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District. Her division is responsible for all the financial, accounting, contractual, legal, audit, actuarial, insurance, and compliance regarding a 33M fiscal year budget. Warner also oversees HR services including recruitment, employee/retiree relations and benefits for 125 full-time and seasonal employees; and the retiree health trust administration.
SECRETARY
Drew Aguilar
Drew is the Owner of Carson Valley Accounting and has over 30 years in the CPA world. He loves to help individual and business clients!
Originally from Napa, Drew and wife Charleen moved here in 2004 to start Carson Valley Accounting. They have two children – Diane works for CVA at the Lake Tahoe office and Matt lives in Elk Grove with his wife, Jessica and their amazing daughters, Ava and Ivy. A devoted fan of the Golden State Warriors, Drew also coached high school basketball in California for 14 years.
Drew’s volunteer activities are numerous, as he has brought his expertise as a volunteer to the Boards of the Boys & Girls Club of Western Nevada, the Austin Kirby Foundation, the Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital Foundation, MEFIYI and the Douglas County Community Center Foundation. He’s a 2005 graduate of Leadership Douglas County, an active Rotarian and one of 8 Volunteer Chairs of the American Century Championship. Drew was recognized as the Carson Valley Citizen of the Year in 2013.
TREASURER
Jeff Schemenauer
With over 29 years of dedicated service in law enforcement, Jeff Schemenauer is a highly experienced and decorated retired Sergeant from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO). Over the course of his career, he held numerous specialized and leadership roles, including nine years in direct supervision and management. A seasoned veteran of both the military and civilian sectors, he brings a strong background in tactical operations, investigations, firearms instruction, and public safety training.
Jeff Schemenauer began his law enforcement career with the Metropolitan Transit Authority Police Department in Los Angeles, where he gained valuable experience in urban community policing and addressing complex social issues. He later joined the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in 1999, serving in various capacities for more than two decades—including SWAT, sniper, detective, and supervisor roles. He retired in 2024 while serving in the Court Services Division, where he oversaw daily operations and court security. Additionally, he served 13 years as an FBI-certified Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician with the Tahoe Douglas Bomb Squad, also acting as the unit’s Training Coordinator.
An accomplished firearms and less lethal tactics instructor, he has led training for DCSO personnel, local agencies, and community organizations in Taser, ASP, and firearms safety. He has remained committed to responsible firearms education as the Owner and Instructor of OverWatch Firearms Training and Consulting since 2022, offering CCW permits and personalized firearms instruction.
His service background includes honorable military duty as a U.S. Army Infantry Soldier, including a year with the United Nations Honor Guard in Korea.
He holds a Juris Doctor from William Howard Taft Law School (2012), a Master’s degree in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University (2023), and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Mountain State University (2004). He also served as a part-time Criminal Justice faculty member at Western Nevada College and is certified as both a Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) and HR 218 instructor.
Maura Parga
Maura “Mo” Parga hails from San Diego, California, where she began her distinguished career in law enforcement as a San Diego Police Officer. Over a span of 32 years with the San Diego Police Department, Maura served in various communities and specialized units, leaving an indelible mark. Early in her career, Maura excelled as a full-duty Mounted Officer and became the unit’s esteemed trainer. Rising through the ranks, she transitioned into detective roles where she showcased her expertise across multiple units including Vice, Mexico Border Gang, Narcotics, Robbery/Kidnapping, and Homicide Cold Case/Missing Persons. Her investigative prowess was pivotal in resolving numerous high-profile cases involving child and elder homicides.
In 2019, Maura retired and relocated to Gardnerville, Nevada along with her husband Michael of 35 years. Embracing her passion for community service, she swiftly engaged as a dedicated volunteer. Currently, Maura serves as President of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Mounted Unit, where under her leadership, the unit supports community youth through scholarships and trade school funds. Additionally, the unit honors veterans and brings joy to senior homes through mounted visits. Maura is also an active member of the Elks Lodge in Gardnerville, Nevada, where she continues her volunteer efforts, particularly focused on assisting veterans and first responders. She remains committed to providing the Riderless Horse (Caparisoned Horse) honor at memorials for fallen officers and veterans. As a proud board member of NV100, Maura extends her support to families of first responders, embodying her dedication to service and community welfare.