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Board Members

Board Members

The North Dakota Atmospheric Resource Board (NDARB) is comprised of seven members appointed by the Governor of North Dakota, each representing a geographic district. Members serve four-year terms and are selected from a list of three candidates submitted by districts with weather modification authorities. Ex-officio members from the Aeronautics Commission, the Environmental Division of the Department of Health, and the State Engineer also serve on the board. The Board sets policies and makes decisions regarding the operation of all NDARB activities.

District Member Address Position
District 1 Ervin Opsal Williston, ND
District 2 Hank Bodmer Kenmare, ND (Chair)
District 3 John Bollingberg Bremen, ND
District 4 David Hagert Emerado, ND (Secretary)
District 5 (vacant)
District 6 Tom Tupa Bismarck, ND
District 7 Bobb Brewer Bowman, ND (Vice Chair)

Ex Officio Members



Member Association
Mr. Steven Weber Environmental Scientist, Environmental Health Section, ND Department of Health
Mr. Larry Taborsky Director, ND Aeronautics Commission
Mr. Dale L. Frink State Engineer, ND State Water Commission