Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Advisory Council
Commissioners represent the State of Wyoming on all negotiated interstate compacts unless the compacts by their terms otherwise provide. Any commissioner appointed to serve under the provisions of any interstate water compact or in the negotiation of an interstate water compact shall have full authority to make any and all investigations of such interstate streams and the drainage area.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 41-11-201
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Commissioners represent the State of Wyoming on all negotiated interstate compacts unless the compacts by their terms otherwise provide. Any commissioner appointed to serve under the provisions of any interstate water compact or in the negotiation of an interstate water compact shall have full authority to make any and all investigations of such interstate streams and the drainage area.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Council advises and influences the actions of federal agencies to maintain and improve the water quality of the Colorado River by controlling salinity levels.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
State Engineer's Office, Secretary of Interior, Governor
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Separate operating agency which acts as the hearing examiner for the Department of Environmental Quality and hears and determines all cases or issues arising under laws, rules, standards or orders issued or administered by the department.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 35-11-103
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Separate operating agency which acts as the hearing examiner for the Department of Environmental Quality and hears and determines all cases or issues arising under laws, rules, standards or orders issued or administered by the department.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The council is responsible for promulgating and approving departmental rules and regulations, conducting hearings on various contested matters, designating rare state areas (with limitations), and enforcing procedural rules. It can contract consultants, modify or overturn departmental decisions, employ staff, and receive legal assistance from the attorney general, all while adhering to the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act. The council is restricted from creating meat processing or federal program standards more stringent than federal law, unless a specific need is justified.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept of Environmental Quality
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The Department is the only entity of state government directly charged with managing yoming’s wildlife resources and conserving them for future generations. As such, our mission is: “CONSERVING WILDLIFE - SERVING PEOPLE.”
To serve as a policy making board for the Game & Fish Department, provides an adequate and flexible system of control, propagation, management, protection, and regulation of all wildlife.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The Department is the only entity of state government directly charged with managing yoming’s wildlife resources and conserving them for future generations. As such, our mission is: “CONSERVING WILDLIFE - SERVING PEOPLE.”
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 23-1-201
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
To serve as a policy making board for the Game & Fish Department, provides an adequate and flexible system of control, propagation, management, protection, and regulation of all wildlife.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
Governor/designee as ex-officio
# Subgroup 1:
1
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
one (1) from each of appointment districts with county rotation required; each having a general knowledge of wildlife and wildlife propagation, management and control.
# Subgroup 2:
7
Subgroup 5 (political party):
Not more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the appointed commissioners shall be of the same political party.
# Subgroup 5:
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
6
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
6
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
6
Mandatory meeting requirements:
other
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
must submit an advanced agenda item comment form to participate in the meeting virtually, attached to agenda available online
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission manages and conserves wildlife, wildlife habitat, and public access on lands and waters it acquires or administers. This includes regulating public use of these areas, such as hunting, fishing, trapping, and camping.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
WY Game and Fish
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Nonpoint Source Task Force (sunsets 01.2029 if not extended by Executive Order)
Assist the Water Quality Division with prioritizing non-point source program activities, recommendations on selection of projects for non-point source funding, adopting and modifying BMPs to reduce and control water pollution from non-point sources, and making recommendations on amendments to the state's non-point source management plan
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
EO 2025-1
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Assist the Water Quality Division with prioritizing non-point source program activities, recommendations on selection of projects for non-point source funding, adopting and modifying BMPs to reduce and control water pollution from non-point sources, and making recommendations on amendments to the state's non-point source management plan
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
Water Quality Admin, conservation district, local government
# Subgroup 1:
3
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(1) sheep industry; (1) cattle industry; (1) timber industry; (1) travel and recreation industry; (1) mineral extraction or oil and gas industry; (1) cropland industry;
# Subgroup 2:
6
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
public at-large
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Task Force manages Wyoming's nonpoint source pollution by reviewing and recommending changes to assessment reports and management plans, adopting BMPs, prioritizing funding projects, directing public education, and reviewing contracts. They also coordinate with agencies and undertake other relevant tasks as authorized by state and federal environmental bodies.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept Environmental Quality
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
We provide memorable
recreational, cultural and
educational opportunities
and experiences to improve
communities and enrich lives.
Provide informed guidance and consultation to the staff of the Cultural Resources Division and the Division of State Parks & Historic Sites; responsible for naming sites & landmarks; advocate for the public and both division's programs with the Wyoming Legislature; and encourage efficient, responsible, timely, and professional delivery of both divisions' services
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
We provide memorable
recreational, cultural and
educational opportunities
and experiences to improve
communities and enrich lives.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 36-4-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Provide informed guidance and consultation to the staff of the Cultural Resources Division and the Division of State Parks & Historic Sites; responsible for naming sites & landmarks; advocate for the public and both division's programs with the Wyoming Legislature; and encourage efficient, responsible, timely, and professional delivery of both divisions' services
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Commission will manage and preserve state parks, historic sites, and archaeological resources. This includes the power to acquire, develop, and maintain these areas; to make rules and regulations governing their use; and to charge fees for admission or services. The Commission can also enter into agreements with other entities, accept gifts and grants, and generally take actions necessary to carry out its mandate of preserving and promoting Wyoming's natural and cultural heritage. They are empowered to protect these resources for the enjoyment of present and future generations.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
State Parks & Cultural Resources
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
One (1) representative from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
One (1) representative from the United States Bureau of Reclamation (BOR).
# Subgroup 1:
2
Subgroup 4 (geographic):
One (1) representative from the State of Wyoming.The water users in the Upper Platte River basin in Wyoming, and those water users in the North Platte River basin in Nebraska located above Lake McConaughy who have storage contracts for water in the federal reservoirs in Wyoming (Upper Platte Water Users), shall have one (1) representative.
The water users on the South Platte River above the Western Canal diversion and those water users on the North Platte River in Colorado (Colorado Water Users) shall have one (1) representative.
The water users downstream of Lake McConaughy and the Western Canal, and those water users upstream of Lake McConaughy who do not have federal storage contracts (Downstream Water Users), shall have one (1) representative.
One (1) representative from the State of Colorado.
One (1) representative from the State of Nebraska.
# Subgroup 4:
6
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
5
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
4
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
5
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Committee manages program operations by establishing committees, controlling finances, approving major activities, and overseeing performance through annual reviews and corrective actions. They ensure alignment with program goals, manage depletion plans, and plan future increments to maintain Endangered Species Act compliance.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The implementation team shall review data and make recommendations to the governor regarding actions and funding to maintain and enhance sage grouse populations and sage grouse habitats in Wyoming.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-19-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The implementation team shall review data and make recommendations to the governor regarding actions and funding to maintain and enhance sage grouse populations and sage grouse habitats in Wyoming.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
21
Appointed member term length:
4y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Gov appts all but 2, House appts 1 Representative, Senate appts 1 senator
in line with state legislature for hours worked on board business
Compensation amount:
$150/day as of 2,024
Reimbursements:
Mileage & Per Diem
Reimbursement details:
Same as state reimbursements
Travel required:
Qualifications applied to all members
General Education qualifications:
General Expertise/Representation qualifications:
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
1 state representative, 1 state senator, WY game & fish commission, WY office of state lands & investments, WY dept of agriculture, WY dept of environmental quality, WY wildlife and natural resource trust fund board, WY oil & gas conservation commission, County government
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The team will develop and implement strategies for the conservation of sage grouse and their habitat in Wyoming. This includes the power to develop and revise sage grouse management plans, coordinate conservation efforts among various stakeholders (including state and federal agencies, landowners, and conservation organizations), and recommend regulatory measures to the governor and legislature. The team also oversees research related to sage grouse populations and habitat, and tracks the effectiveness of conservation efforts.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Governor
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
(i) United States bureau of land management; (ii) United States fish and wildlife service; (iii) United States forest service; (iv) United States natural resource conservation service.
The council will serve as a representative voice for the appropriate and diverse use of Wyoming's trail resources.
Considers programs and procedures that affect all trails in the state and advise the State Trails Program within the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources regarding Trails Program policies priorities and functions
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The council will serve as a representative voice for the appropriate and diverse use of Wyoming's trail resources.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 36-4-108
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Considers programs and procedures that affect all trails in the state and advise the State Trails Program within the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources regarding Trails Program policies priorities and functions
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The council is responsible for advising the department regarding priorities for managing the snowmobile trails fund and the off-road recreational vehicle (ORV) fund. They also advise regarding application guidelines and distributions of grant funds from the federal Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant program. The Council evenly represents both motorized and non-motorized trail users. Additionally, the ten positions represent specific trail use activities such as snowmobiling, all-terrain vehicles (ATV's), off-highway motorcycles, equestrians, hiking, bicycling, cross-country skiing or multiple uses
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
State Parks & Cultural Resources Commission
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The board provides recommendations and advice to the Water Quality Division and the Solid and Hazardous Waste Division on proposed rules and comprehensive plans and programs for the management of solid and hazardous wastes, the protection of surface water and groundwater quality and protection of public water supplies.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 35-11-113
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board provides recommendations and advice to the Water Quality Division and the Solid and Hazardous Waste Division on proposed rules and comprehensive plans and programs for the management of solid and hazardous wastes, the protection of surface water and groundwater quality and protection of public water supplies.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The board is responsible for reviewing and recommending policies, rules, and regulations concerning water pollution control, solid waste disposal, and other environmental issues. The board serves as a liaison between the DEQ and the public, providing input on environmental permitting, enforcement actions, and the development of state environmental plans. They also have the authority to conduct public hearings and investigations, ensuring that environmental decisions are made with consideration for public health and environmental protection.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept Environmental Quality, Water Division
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The board shall receive and evaluate applications for grants from the income account, shall forward applications for large projects to the select committee for review and recommendation. The board may approve grants for any small project. The board shall adopt rules and regulations to carry out the duties established in statute
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-15-104
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board shall receive and evaluate applications for grants from the income account, shall forward applications for large projects to the select committee for review and recommendation. The board may approve grants for any small project. The board shall adopt rules and regulations to carry out the duties established in statute
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The board manages funds for Wyoming's wildlife and natural resource conservation. It allocates grants for projects, evaluates proposals, provides policy recommendations, and develops strategic plans to preserve and enhance the state's resources.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
governor, the
joint appropriations interim committee, the select committee and
the joint travel, recreation, wildlife and cultural resources
interim committee
Does the board make regular recommendations to:
joint appropriations committee
and the select committee