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MT Code § 76-15-311 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-311. Governing body of district

  76-15-311. Governing body of district. (1) If there are no incorporated municipalities that are completely within the boundaries of the district, the governing body of the district must consist of five elected supervisors unless the district has been reorganized pursuant to 76-15-301(2) and 76-15-305.   (2) If there are incorporated municipalities that are completely within the boundaries of the district, the governing body of the district must consist of seven supervisors as follows:   (a) The board of supervisors, in addition to five elected supervisors, must consist of two appointed supervisors, making a total of seven supervisors in those districts. The legislative bodies of the incorporated municipalities within the district shall appoint the two additional supervisors after consultation with the elected supervisors.   (b) Where there are two or more incorporated municipalities that are completely within the boundaries of a district, the two appointed supervisors shall represent all the municipalities and urban interests in the district. A municipality may not have more than one appointed supervisor residing in the municipality. The legislative bodies of the incorporated municipalities within the district shall agree on the persons appointed to serve as the appointed supervisors.   (3) If there are no incorporated municipalities that are completely within the boundaries of the district but a portion of one or more incorporated municipalities is within the boundaries of a district, the elected supervisors may pass a resolution to transition to a board of seven members consisting of five elected supervisors and two supervisors appointed by the legislative bodies of the partially included municipalities as provided in subsection (2).   (4) A supervisor appointed under subsection (2) or (3) may live outside the municipality the supervisor represents, but the supervisor must reside within the boundaries of the district.   (5) An elected supervisor must reside within the boundaries of the district.   (6) The board of supervisors may appoint associate supervisors it considers necessary to advise the board of supervisors on the operation of the conservation district as provided in part 4 of this chapter.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(1) thru (3); amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 266, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 173, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 473, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 162, L. 2011; amd. Sec. 242, Ch. 49, L. 2015.
MT Code § 76-15-312 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-312. Term of office and vacancies

  76-15-312. Term of office and vacancies. (1) (a) The term of office of each supervisor is 4 years, except as provided in subsection (1)(b).   (b) The supervisors who are appointed by the department pursuant to 76-15-305 must be designated to serve for terms of 2 years from the date of their appointment, after which the offices must be filled by election. A supervisor appointed pursuant to 76-15-311 shall serve a term of 3 years.   (c) An elected supervisor holds office until a successor has been elected and has qualified.   (2) A vacancy is created when any of the following events occurs before the expiration of the term of the incumbent:   (a) death;   (b) a determination pursuant to Title 53, chapter 21, part 1, that the incumbent is mentally ill;   (c) resignation;   (d) removal from office;   (e) unexcused absence from three consecutive regular meetings of the board of supervisors;   (f) ceasing to reside in the district;   (g) conviction of a felony or a violation of official duties; or   (h) the decision of a court declaring void the incumbent's election or appointment.   (3) For the purpose of subsection (2)(e), a majority vote of the board of supervisors may excuse a supervisor from attending a meeting.   (4) A vacancy occurring in the office of an elected supervisor must be filled by appointment by the remaining supervisors until the next election, when a successor must be elected to serve the unexpired term. The election must be conducted in accordance with Title 13, chapter 1, part 5, in the year following the appointment.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(part); amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 223, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 2526, Ch. 56, L. 2009; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 162, L. 2011; amd. Sec. 243, Ch. 49, L. 2015.
MT Code § 76-15-313 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-313. Operation of supervisors

  76-15-313. Operation of supervisors. (1) The supervisors shall annually elect a presiding officer from their members.   (2) A majority of the supervisors constitute a quorum, and except as otherwise specifically provided, the concurrence of a majority in any matter within their duties is required for its determination.   (3) Upon the unanimous approval of the board of supervisors, a supervisor may receive compensation for the supervisor's services, including travel expenses as provided for in 2-18-501 through 2-18-503, incurred in the discharge of the supervisor's duties. However, a supervisor may not receive compensation for attendance at a regularly scheduled meeting of the board of supervisors.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(part); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 533, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 473, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 2527, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 76-15-314 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-314. Removal of a supervisor

  76-15-314. Removal of a supervisor. A supervisor may be removed by the department and a vacancy created under 76-15-312(2)(d), upon notice and hearing, for neglect of duty or malfeasance in office but for no other reason.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(part); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 223, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 284, Ch. 418, L. 1995.
MT Code § 76-15-315 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-315. Administrative functions of supervisors

  76-15-315. Administrative functions of supervisors. (1) The supervisors may employ a secretary and other officers, agents, and employees, permanent and temporary, that they may require and shall determine their qualifications, duties, and compensation.   (2) The supervisors may delegate to their presiding officer, to one or more supervisors, or to one or more agents or employees powers and duties that they consider proper.   (3) The supervisors shall furnish to the department copies of ordinances, rules, orders, contracts, forms, and other documents that they adopt or employ and other information concerning their activities that may be required in the performance of their duties under this chapter.   (4) The supervisors shall:   (a) provide for the execution of surety bonds for all employees and officers who are entrusted with funds or property;   (b) provide for the keeping of a full and accurate record of all proceedings and of all resolutions, regulations, and orders issued or adopted; and   (c) provide for an annual audit of the accounts of receipts and disbursements.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(part); amd. Sec. 2528, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
MT Code § 76-15-316 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-316. Cooperation with municipalities and counties

  76-15-316. Cooperation with municipalities and counties. The supervisors may invite the governing body of any municipality or county located near the territory comprised within the district to designate a representative to advise and consult with the supervisors of the district on all questions of program and policy which may affect the property, water supply, or other interests of the municipality or county.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(7).
MT Code § 76-15-317 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-317. Cooperation with state agencies

  76-15-317. Cooperation with state agencies. Agencies of this state which shall have jurisdiction over or be charged with the administration of any state-owned lands and of any county or other governmental subdivision of the state, which shall have jurisdiction over or be charged with the administration of any county-owned or other publicly owned lands lying within the boundaries of any district organized hereunder shall cooperate to the fullest extent with the supervisors of such districts in the effectuation of programs and operations undertaken by the supervisors under the provisions of this chapter. The supervisors of such districts shall be given free access to enter and perform work upon such publicly owned lands. The provisions of land use regulations adopted pursuant to 76-15-701 through 76-15-707 shall have the force and effect of law over all such publicly owned lands and shall be in all respects observed by the agencies administering such lands.   History: En. Sec. 13, Ch. 72, L. 1939; R.C.M. 1947, 76-113.
MT Code § 76-15-318 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-318. Cooperation between districts

  76-15-318. Cooperation between districts. The supervisors of any two or more districts organized under the provisions of this chapter may cooperate with one another in the exercise of any or all powers conferred in this chapter.   History: En. Sec. 12, Ch. 72, L. 1939; R.C.M. 1947, 76-112.
MT Code § 76-15-319 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-319. Legal assistance

  76-15-319. Legal assistance. (1) The supervisors may call upon the county attorney of the county in which the greatest portion of the district is located or the attorney general of the state for the legal services they may require, or they may employ their own counsel and legal staff.   (2) If the county attorney is unable to provide legal assistance because of a conflict of interest, then the matter may be referred to the attorney general or the department.   History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 4, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 146, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 58, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 92, Ch. 253, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 18, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-107(part); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 533, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 473, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 285, Ch. 418, L. 1995.
MT Code § 76-15-320 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-320. Legal status of district -- immunity

  76-15-320. Legal status of district -- immunity. (1) A conservation district and the supervisors of a conservation district may:   (a) sue and be sued in the name of the district;   (b) satisfy a judgment or settlement pursuant to 2-9-316;   (c) have a seal that is judicially noticed;   (d) have perpetual succession unless terminated as provided in this chapter;   (e) implement Title 75, chapter 7, part 1; and   (f) make and execute contracts and other instruments necessary or convenient to the exercise of its powers.   (2) A conservation district, conservation district supervisor, or conservation district employee is immune from suit for any liability that might otherwise be incurred or imposed for an act or omission committed while engaged in conservation district activities pursuant to Title 75, chapter 7, part 1, or this chapter, unless the act or omission constitutes gross negligence, was committed in bad faith, or was committed with malicious purpose.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(part); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 23, L. 1999.
MT Code § 76-15-321 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-321. Rulemaking authority

  76-15-321. Rulemaking authority. A conservation district and the supervisors thereof shall have the power to make and from time to time amend and repeal rules to carry into effect the purposes and powers of this chapter.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(part); amd. Sec. 18, Ch. 266, L. 1979.
MT Code § 76-15-322 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-322. Filing of notice of organization of district

  76-15-322. Filing of notice of organization of district. Within 10 days after the creation of the district, the supervisors of a conservation district shall cause a notice declaring the district organized to be filed for record in the office of the county clerk and recorder of each county in which any portion of the district is situated.   History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 253, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 431, L. 1971; R.C.M. 1947, 76-201(part).
MT Code § 76-15-323 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-323. Repealed

  76-15-323. Repealed. Sec. 1, Ch. 65, L. 2017.   History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 253, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 152, L. 1965; R.C.M. 1947, 76-202.
MT Code § 76-15-324 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 3. Administration of Conservation Districts|76-15-324. Minutes

  76-15-324. Minutes. The board of supervisors shall submit the minutes of its proceedings for electronic storage within 30 days after the minutes have been approved by that body for electronic storage and retention in accordance with the provisions of Title 2, chapter 6, part 12. The board of supervisors shall submit the minutes for electronic storage to the county clerk and recorder of each county within the jurisdiction of the district.   History: En. Sec. 22, Ch. 262, L. 2015.
MT Code § 76-15-401 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-401. Study of problems relating to soil and water conservation

  76-15-401. Study of problems relating to soil and water conservation. (1) A conservation district and the supervisors thereof shall have the power to:   (a) conduct surveys, investigations, and research relating to the character of soil erosion, floodwater and sediment damages, and water quality as it pertains to saline seep and to the conservation, development, utilization, and disposal of water and the preventive and control measures and works of improvement needed;   (b) publish the results of such surveys, investigations, or research; and   (c) disseminate information concerning such preventive and control measures and works of improvement.   (2) In order to avoid duplication of research activities, no district shall initiate any research program except in cooperation with the government of this state or any of its agencies or with the United States or any of its agencies.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(A)(1).
MT Code § 76-15-402 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-402. Development of soil and water conservation plans

  76-15-402. Development of soil and water conservation plans. A conservation district and the supervisors thereof shall have the power to:   (1) develop comprehensive plans for the conservation of soil resources and for the control and prevention of soil erosion and for flood prevention and conservation, development, utilization, and disposal of water within the district, which plans shall specify in such detail as may be possible the acts, procedures, performances, and avoidances which are necessary or desirable for the effectuation of such plans, including the specification of engineering operations, range management, methods of cultivation, the growing of vegetation, cropping, range programs, tillage and grazing practices, and changes in use of land; and   (2) publish such plans and information and bring them to the attention of occupiers of lands within the district.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(A)(8).
MT Code § 76-15-404 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-404. Acquisition and management of property

  76-15-404. Acquisition and management of property. (1) A conservation district and the supervisors thereof shall have the power to obtain options upon and to acquire by purchase, exchange, lease, gift, grant, bequest, devise, or otherwise any property (real or personal) or rights or interests therein; to maintain, administer, and improve any properties acquired; to receive income from such properties; to expend such income in carrying out the purposes and provisions of this chapter; and to sell, lease, or otherwise dispose of any of its property or interests therein in furtherance of the purposes and provisions of this chapter.   (2) All such property shall be exempt from taxation by the state or any political subdivision thereof.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(A)(5).
MT Code § 76-15-405 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-405. Limitation on acquisition, operation, or disposition of property

  76-15-405. Limitation on acquisition, operation, or disposition of property. No provisions with respect to the acquisition, operation, or disposition of property by other public bodies shall be applicable to a district organized hereunder unless the legislature shall specifically so state.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(B).
MT Code § 76-15-406 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-406. Furnishing of supplies and equipment

  76-15-406. Furnishing of supplies and equipment. A conservation district and the supervisors thereof shall have the power to make available to land occupiers within the district, on such terms as it shall prescribe, agricultural and engineering machinery and equipment, fertilizer, seeds and seedlings, and such other material or equipment as will assist such land occupiers to carry on operations upon their lands for the conservation of soil resources and for the prevention and control of soil erosion, and for flood prevention and the conservation, development, utilization, and disposal of water.   History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 72, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 5, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 291, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 431, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 75, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 395, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-108(A)(6).
MT Code § 76-15-407 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-407. Selection and acquisition of water storage sites

  76-15-407. Selection and acquisition of water storage sites. (1) Each conservation district within the state shall seek and may select at least one off-stream water storage site for the construction of a reservoir.   (2) If funding is available for a reservoir or other reclamation project, the conservation district shall acquire the site by purchase.   (3) Supervisors of conservation districts may designate sites for future construction of reservoirs. The supervisors shall designate such site by filing a legal description thereof in the office of the clerk and recorder of the county in which the site is located or the counties in which the site is located if it extends across the boundaries of two or more counties. Upon filing of such designation, the state of Montana, its agencies, or political subdivisions may not acquire the properties so designated for public purposes other than reservoir sites and may not construct any public facilities except reservoirs. Supervisors may cancel a site designation by filing notice with the clerk and recorder of the county or counties affected.   History: En. 76-118 by Sec. 1, Ch. 418, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-118.
MT Code § 76-15-408 (2021)
2021 Montana Code Annotated|Title 76. Land Resources and Use|Chapter 15. Conservation Districts|Part 4. Operation of Conservation Districts|76-15-408. Funding of storage reservoirs

  76-15-408. Funding of storage reservoirs. Each district shall seek funding for the construction of off-stream storage reservoirs, especially funding from the natural resources projects state special revenue account. The department shall provide assistance, both administrative and technical, in the preparation of grant and funding applications by the districts.   History: En. 76-119 by Sec. 2, Ch. 418, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 76-119; amd. Sec. 286, Ch. 418, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 114, Ch. 2, L. 2009.