January, 2026 - Naco Sanitary District

Join the Naco Sanitary District Board of Directors – Shape the Future of Our Pueblo!

The Naco Sanitary District (NSD) invites passionate, civic-minded individuals to apply for an open position on its Board of Directors. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in overseeing critical public health infrastructure, community projects, and environmental stewardship for the Naco and Bisbee residents that depend on our transboundary, sole source aquifer.

Who Can Apply?

Residency Requirement: Must reside within the Naco Sanitary District boundaries.
Voter Registration: Must be a registered voter in Arizona.
Availability: Ability to attend monthly board meetings, special work sessions, and engage in district-related responsibilities.
Bilingual applicants are welcome.

How to Apply
Submit a Letter of Interest detailing your qualifications, community involvement, and vision for NSD’s future to:
Naco Sanitary District
P.O. Box 755
Naco, AZ 85620

Selection Process
The NSD Board will review all submissions and appoint the new director during a public meeting. Candidates may be invited to briefly address the board prior to the vote.

Why Serve?
Your leadership will directly impact water quality, sanitation, and sustainable growth in Naco. Help ensure our pueblo thrives for generations to come!

Act Now – Our Pueblo Needs You!
Questions? Contact nacosanitaryoffice@nacosanitary.org for details. Learn more about NSD’s mission at: nacosanitary.org

The Naco Sanitary District is an equal opportunity organization. We encourage diverse applicants committed to collaborative, transparent governance.

Únete a la Junta Directiva del Distrito Sanitario de Naco – ¡Dale Forma al Futuro de Nuestro Pueblo!

El Distrito Sanitario de Naco (NSD, por sus siglas en inglés) invita a personas apasionadas y con conciencia cívica a postularse para un puesto vacante en su Junta Directiva. Esta es una oportunidad única para desempeñar un papel vital en la supervisión de infraestructura crítica de salud pública, proyectos comunitarios y la gestión ambiental para los residentes de Naco y Bisbee que dependen de nuestro acuífero transfronterizo y fuente única.

¿Quién puede postularse?

Requisito de Residencia: Debe residir dentro de los límites del Distrito Sanitario de Naco.
Registro Electoral: Debe ser un votante registrado en Arizona.
Disponibilidad: Capacidad para asistir a las reuniones mensuales de la junta, sesiones de trabajo especiales y participar en las responsabilidades relacionadas con el distrito.
Se aceptan postulantes bilingües.

Cómo Postularse
Envía una Carta de Interés detallando tus cualificaciones, participación comunitaria y visión para el futuro del NSD a:
Distrito Sanitario de Naco
P.O. Box 755
Naco, AZ 85620

Proceso de Selección
La Junta Directiva del NSD revisará todas las postulaciones y designará al nuevo director/a durante una reunión pública. Se podrá invitar a los candidatos a dirigirse brevemente a la junta antes de la votación.

¿Por qué Servir?
¡Tu liderazgo impactará directamente la calidad del agua, el saneamiento y el crecimiento sostenible en Naco. Ayuda a garantizar que nuestro pueblo prospere para las generaciones venideras!

¡Actúa Ahora – Nuestro Pueblo te Necesita!
¿Preguntas? Contacta a nacosanitaryoffice@nacosanitary.org para más detalles. Conoce más sobre la misión del NSD en: nacosanitary.org

El Distrito Sanitario de Naco es una organización que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Alentamos a postulantes diversos comprometidos con un gobierno colaborativo y transparente.

Meeting

1/02/2026
NSD Business Office
1326 W. Highway 92 #13
Bisbee, Arizona 85603

Minutes

The regular meeting of the Naco Sanitary District was called to order at 10:09. Present were Charles Behney, Jesus Guerrero, and Stephen Dey. Luis Silva was excused and absent. Andrew Foster was absent.

Under Old Business, the minutes from the December 5, 2025, meeting were reviewed. There were no corrections nor additions. Mr. Dey moved to accept the minutes as written. Mr. Behney seconded the motion, which then passed unanimously.

Next, Mr. Behney reported that the Preliminary Planning Grant application for the USDA is approximately 80% complete. Financials will be added on Monday. Kimley-Horn will assist with the project schedule to prepare the grant for submittal by the end of next week.

Next on the agenda, the board discussed the approval of the Letter of Engagement for legal services from Denis Fitzgibbons of Fitzgibbons Law. There were no comments nor other changes from the board. Mr. Dey moved to approve the letter of engagement as written. Mr. Behney seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Next, the item regarding making Tanner Well Services the NSD preferred vendor was discussed. Mr. Dey suggested tabling this item until the next meeting to consult with the NSD attorney to conform with state statutes. Mr. Behney moved to table the motion, which was seconded by Mr. Dey. The item to table until the next meeting passed unanimously.

Mr. Behney has requested a quote from Matthew Tanner of Tanner Well Services for two new monitor wells due to compliance issues, as monitor wells number two and three is insufficient for accurate testing. The static levels for both wells are approximately 120 feet, with the pump base being one hundred and twenty five feet. The well column has insufficient water for certified testing.

Mr. Behney contacted Graham from Clear Creek to connect with Freeport regarding potential contributions for the new wells. WIFA and USDA grants and loans are also being pursued Mr. Dey suggested removing monitor well number three and potentially pond four, from an amended Aquifer Protection Permit. Mr. Behney agreed to provide this informaton regarding the Preliminary Engineering Review (PER) with Kimley-Horn.

Under comments, Mr. Dey raised a concern about rumored significant increases in sewer rates. Mr. Behney stated that property tax increases are likely due to the school and county raising their taxes, not the NSD, and the assessment report in February will provide more clarity.

The meeting adjourned at 10:25.

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Charles Behney, NSD Chair