The Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District is seeking a qualified and engaged community member to fill a vacancy on its Board of Directors. Individuals who are passionate about natural resources, conservation, and community service are encouraged to apply for the vacant Sub-District 8 position.

Role of the Board of Directors
The Upper Big Blue NRD serves all or portions of nine counties.  The Board of Directors plays a critical role in guiding the district’s mission by overseeing programs and policies related to a variety of natural resource management programs and services, including groundwater regulation, soil and water conservation, flood prevention and control, forestry, wildlife habitat, and parks and recreation. Board members help shape decisions that impact local communities, landowners, and the district’s natural environment.

Application Process
Interested individuals must submit a letter of application addressed to the General Manager. At a minimum, the letter must include the applicant’s place of residence and indicate that the applicant is a registered voter. Applicants are also encouraged to provide additional information regarding their qualifications, experience, and interest in serving on the Board. 

Application materials must be received at the NRD office no later than July 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (CDT).

The Board of Directors will review all submissions and may conduct interviews prior to appointment. The appointment will fill the remainder of the current term, ending January 2027, with the opportunity to run for election in the next general election cycle.

How to Apply
Application letters should be submitted via mail or email to:
Upper Big Blue NRD
David A. Eigenberg, General Manager
319 E. 25th St.
York, NE 68467
deigenberg@upperbigblue.org

For additional information or with help determining if your residence is within the Sub-District 8 boundary, contact the Upper Big Blue NRD at 402-362-6601.

SUB-DISTRICT 8 BOUNDARY DESCRIPTION
York County
All of Ward 2B
That part of Ward 2A south of W 25th St and east of N Division Ave;
That part of Ward 4A north of E Nobes Rd;
That part of Ward 4B west of N Washington Ave and north of E 13th St; and that part west of Delaware Ave; and that part west of Maine Ave and south of E 8th St;
That part of Ward 1 west of N Maine Ave and south of Meadow Ln; and that remaining part south of E 25Th St and west of Delaware Ave;
That part of Ward 3 between Nobes Rd and W Park St east of S Hutchins Ave; and that remaining part north of Nobes Rd and east of Academy/Kingsley Ave