Purpose
Provide technical, professional, operational, and subject-matter expertise, guidance, and assistance to the Board in review and evaluation of rural and agricultural matters, soil and water conservation, environmental programs, policies, and practices
Key Duties:
Review and recommend policies on land use and agriculture
Advise on natural resources and water stewardship
Support outreach and public education
Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders
Represent rural perspectives and priorities
Membership Requirements
Seats: 7 members appointed by BCC
Eligibility: Individuals with the following backgrounds, experience or education in a broad range of rural and resource-related expertise, including, but not limited to:
agriculture
soil and water conservation
environmental
wildlife resource management
natural resources sciences
rural land use
Meeting Info
Generic Meeting Info:
Location: Manatee County Administration Building, Manatee Room
Time: 3 p.m.
Date: Bimonthly (day TBD)