Background
The Delta Conservation District, initially known as the Delta Soil Conservation District, was organized according the Colorado Soil Conservation Act. It is a political subdivision of the State of Colorado and its authorities, powers and structure are contained in Colorado Revised Statutes, Title 35, Article 70.  The Delta Conservation District was established in May 1, 1951 by a petition of more than 25% of the landowners in compliance with Revised Statutes and subsequently received the certificate of organization by the Colorado Secretary of State.

The District governing body is comprised of a nine member Board of Supervisors. The election, qualifications, term of office and duties of the board shall be provided in Section 35-70-101 through 35-70-121 of the Soil Conservation Act, as presented in the District By-Laws. Each Supervisor on the Board is elected by qualified electors of the District and is limited to two consecutive terms of office as set forth in the Colorado Constitution Article XVIII, 11(1) and Amendment 17. Elections are held every two years in even number years.