National Association of Conservation Districts

During recent revisions to the bylaws to address NACD’s region structure, the implementation task force was also charged with strengthening the association’s committee structure. Beginning February 2008, the five Foundation Committees, chairs and staff advisors are as follows:

• District Operations and Member Services Committee
  The District Operations and Member Services Committee works to improve the connectivity between the local districts, state associations and national organization by providing resources that assist in the daily operations of a conservation district. The committee also works closely with partnering agencies to build upon the existing services NACD provides to individual, district and state association members. 
  
  Chair: Jack Majeres, South Dakota
  Staff Advisor: Brad Ross
  
  
• Communications Committee
  The Communications Committee is responsible for providing guidance, input, direction and assistance to accomplish NACD goals. Members of the committee work with NACD staff to strengthen both internal and external communications.
  
  Chair: Paul Leishman, Utah
  Staff Advisor: Lisa Lerwick
  
  
• Legislative Committee
  The Legislative Committee is responsible for guiding and coordinating the development and implementation of legislative strategies in support of Board of Directors approved policy and program objectives.
  
  Chair: Steve Robinson, Ohio
  Staff Advisor: Keira Franz
  
  
• Stewardship and Education Committee
  The Stewardship and Education Committee is responsible to assist in the promotion of conservation education through the Stewardship Week program materials and other education outreach materials. Members participate in the process and review of materials.
  
  Chair: James Lacy, Kentucky
  Staff Advisor: Susan Schultz 
  
  
• Natural Resources Policy Committee
  The Natural Resource Policy Committee is responsible for coordinating activities and formulating policy recommendations in all areas, which include but are not limited to agricultural lands, water resources, forestry, urban, wildlife habitat, and grazing lands.
  
  Chair: Cliff Lundin, New Jersey
  Staff Advisor: Keira Franz, Jeremy Peters
  
  

Committee Membership Chart (PDF) - For a full list states,chairs and staff advisors on each committee, click here.


Membership of each committee will consist of approximately ten NACD board members, with each state and territory serving on one committee. States were asked to indicate their top three preferences and members were appointed based largely on those preferences. Committee chairs and members will serve two-year terms in conjunction with the NACD President.

Each committee may establish subcommittees and task forces to assist with special projects or issues. The Natural Resources Policy Committee may also set up Resource Policy Groups (RPGs) to tackle special interest issues. RPGs have already been established to address forestry and urban issues. Membership of subcommittees, task forces and RPGs will be at the discretion and appointment of each committee chair.