Organization
The public elects five residents from within the district to
serve as Supervisors. They serve without pay and work
with citizens and government agencies in the district.
The South Big Horn Conservation District is responsible
for setting local priorities for natural resource concerns.
Once priorities are established, the district develops the
necessary programs and utilizes existing local, state, and
federal programs to address resource concerns. The issues conservation districts have been dealing with will continue to be a challenge and provide opportunities to learn. Through the conservation district, citizens have a chance to voice concerns and give possible solutions to problem areas. To date the district has had 102 dedicated ranchers, farmers and area residents serve as board members over the past 78 years.
History
The South Big Horn Conservation District is one of 34 districts in Wyoming.
The Greybull Valley Conservation District was formed in 1945 following the devastating days of the "Dust Bowl." The South Big Horn & Shell Valley Conservation Districts were organized in 1947. In 1968, the Greybull Valley & Shell Valley conservation districts combined and became the Greybull-Shell Conservation District. In 1977, the South Big Horn and Greybull-Shell Conservation Districts decided to merge and at that time became known as the South Big Horn Conservation District. Recognition must be given for the great work of all those in the district's history. Who they were, what they stood for, and what was accomplished should not be lost.
Our Team.
The South Big Horn Conservation District is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by Big Horn County residents. Board members volunteer their time to address the natural resource needs specific to Big Horn County. The Board oversees SBHCD projects and programs, provides direction to SBHCD staff, engages public opinions/concerns and ensures taxpayer money is used wisely. Board members attend monthly board meetings, annual area and state meetings and various other public agency meetings and seminars that pertain to the mission of the conservation district.
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Our Story
The South Big Horn Conservation District is responsible for directing conservation programs that aim to conserve the soil, water and vegetative resources within our county. This is accomplished through conservation programs that promote sustainable use of our natural resources. Success and advancement of conservation in Big Horn County is due to the stewardship of the local landowners and concerned citizens of the county.
We provide technical assistance to land owners, education via public workshops and classroom activities and are also working to keep local watersheds healthy by implementing watershed management plans.
Financial assistance is also available through our grant programs, cost share programs and partnerships with other state and federal agencies.
SBHCD receives funding through a mill levy as well as grant funding from state and federal agencies. The Board of Supervisors recognize their role as elected officials and are diligent in their duties to protect the tax base in South Big Horn County and strive to be fiscally responsible while still performing at the highest level possible to meet the needs of the Conservation Districts constituents.
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