Join our Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC)

Seeking applicants for the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC)

The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is accepting applications to fill vacant positions on the Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC is a volunteer advisory group that supports the watershed district in its mission to manage, restore, and protect water resources.

Your Role

As a member of the CAC, your role will be to advise the Nine Mile Creek Board of Managers and staff as a representative of citizen interests. This includes informing the board about issues of concern from the public, learning about water resource issues and management in the district, and providing assistance for volunteer activities.

Benefits

Participate in watershed activities and trainings; limited funding is also available for topical conference attendance

Learn more about the watershed and issues facing our land and water resources

Become an engaged citizen and meet other community-minded people

Deadline

First round of applications are due by 4 PM on Monday December 9, 2022. CAC members must live within the district. The Nine Mile Creek Board of Managers will make 2023 CAC appointments at the January 18 regular Board meeting. If all seats are not filled, applications will be accepted after that on a rolling basis.

How do I Apply?

Read the CAC Volunteer Position Description, and decide if the CAC is a good fit for you.

Fill out the application, and email it to Gael, Education & Outreach Coordinator, at gzembal@ninemilecreek.org.

CAC Application (PDF)

Questions?

Contact Gael, Education & Outreach Coordinator, at 952-658-9104 or gzembal@ninemilecreek.org.

People holding plants

“Because 9 Mile Creek meanders in our backyard, I first joined the CAC to learn more about water quality and our impact on the creek. Since joining, I’ve really enjoyed volunteering at community outreach events, throwing on some waders to identify water bugs, and even organizing a neighborhood trash pick up. And most importantly, I’ve been able to show my kids the impact they have on the creek they explore and the watershed they live in.”

-Charlotte, CAC Member