The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) has officially implemented a complete fire ban on all Wildlife Management Areas. This decision comes in response to severe drought conditions that have significantly increased the risk of wildfires. Effective immediately, all outdoor burning activities, including but not limited to campfires, bonfires, and cooking fires, are prohibited. We kindly ask residents and visitors to adhere to the following guidelines:

  • No open flames: Please refrain from any activities that may spark a fire, including campfires and burning debris.
  • Stay informed: Keep up with local weather updates and stay in touch with the LPSNRD for any changes to this ban.
  • Report suspicious activity: If you see any signs of potential fire hazards or illegal burning, please report them to local authorities immediately.

We understand that many residents enjoy outdoor activities that may involve fire, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this critical time. The safety of our community and environment is our top priority.

 

Staff

Staff

Vacant

Vacant

Operation/Maintenance Technician
  • Urban channel inspection/maintenance, including Antelope Valley
  • Coordinate hiker/biker trail maintenance
  • LPSNRD building maintenance
  • Vehicle purchase and maintenance

Vacant

Vacant

District Engineer
  • Coordinate Deadmans Run Flood Reduction Project
  • Provide engineering support for LPSNRD projects
  • Coordinate Salt Creek Levee Improvements
  • Evaluate operation of LPSNRD projects

Mike Sousek

Mike Sousek

General Manager
msousek@lpsnrd.org
  • Manage district operations & supervise all district employees
  • Provide guidance & assistance to board of directors
  • Coordinate programs with government & private agencies
  • Coordinate project development with staff

David Potter

David Potter

Assistant General Manager
dpotter@lpsnrd.org
  • Assist general manager in district operations
  • Coordinate conservation cost-share programs
  • Administer Watershed Structure Rehabilitation Program

John Albert

John Albert

Resources Technician (Lancaster County NRCS Office)
john.albert@ne.nacdnet.net
  • Conservation practices survey, design and layout
  • Conservation cost-share applications, payments and conservation plans
  • Contact for LPSNRD programs / inquiries

Chris Barber

Chris Barber

Administration and Finance Manager
cbarber@lpsnrd.org
  • Payroll
  • Accounting of district finances
  • Wellness program coordinator
  • Supervise clerical staff

Tyler Benal

Tyler Benal

Drinking Water Protection Specialist
tbenal@lpsnrd.org
  • Works with public water suppliers, individual well owners, landowners, and the general public on matters involving drinking water supply.
  • Promotes best management practices, cost-share programs, and activities which protect community and private drinking water sources.
  • Assists with other Groundwater programs, especially as they relate to drinking water.

Jodi Delozier

Jodi Delozier

Communication Coordinator / Adult Environmental Education
jdelozier@lpsnrd.org
  • Facilitate and coordinate LPSNRD Environmental Education Programs
  • Plan all Environmental Education Events 
  • Coordinate & Manage all District Communication & Social Media 

Cole Demuth

Cole Demuth

Land Management Maintenance Technician
cdemuth@lpsnrd.org
  • Maintenance on LPSNRD projects and properties
  • Manage Weed Control Program
  • Operate/maintain LPSNRD equipment 
  • Platte River ice monitoring

Dick Ehrman

Dick Ehrman

Water Resources Coordinator
dehrman@lpsnrd.org
  • Develop and manage ground and surface water monitoring programs
  • Coordinate groundwater/geologic data gathering for district
  • Coordinate implementation of Groundwater Management Plan
  • Assist with groundwater programs

Samantha Elofson

Samantha Elofson

Public Communications Specialist
selofson@lpsnrd.org
  • Promote programs, projects and events on social media and website
  • Program and project video production
  • Produce all informational materials & LPSNRD Newsletter
  • Coordinate media and promotional activities

Connie Hansen

Connie Hansen

District Secretary (Lancaster County NRCS Office)
connie.hansen@ne.nacdnet.net
  • Contact for LPSNRD programs/inquiries
  • Conservation cost-share applications/claims
  • General office duties

Kathy Hauschild

Kathy Hauschild

Receptionist/Secretary
kahauschild@lpsnrd.org
  • Office receptionist
  • Coordinate office and staff schedules and LPSNRD meetings/rooms
  • General office duties and secretarial support

Trent Henry

Trent Henry

Operations/Maintenance Technician
thenry@lpsnrd.org
  • Prairie Corridor on Haines Branch operation and maintenance
  • Manage LPSNRD Weed Program
  • Assist with woody vegetation management on wildlife management areas

Steve Herdzina

Steve Herdzina

Water Resources Compliance Specialist
sherdzina@lpsnrd.org
  • Implement compliance guidelines for Groundwater Rules and Regulations
  • Manage Certified Irrigated Acres
  • Administer Water Meter Cost-Share Program
  • Oversee 319 Water Quality Management Plan

Logan Hutt

Logan Hutt

Operation/Maintenance Technician
lhutt@lpsnrd.org
  • Manage weed control program
  • Preform general operation & maintenance duties
  • Conduct dam safety inspections
  • Maintain LPSNRD dam database

Will Inselman

Will Inselman

Resources Coordinator
winselman@lpsnrd.org
  • Liaison for Saline Wetland Conservation Partnership, Nebraska Forest Service, Nebraska Land Trust and Prairie Corridor on Haines Branch
  • Coordinate and manages public access properties
  • Supervise various staff and temporary employees

Bryce Jensen

Bryce Jensen

Land & Flood Control Operations Coordinator
bjensen@lpsnrd.org
  • Coordinate operation & maintenance staff
  • Salt Creek Levee Project inspections, operation & maintenance
  • Salt Creek Project (non-levee) operation & maintenance
  • As-Built Project construction plan organization and archives

Nathan Kuhlman

Nathan Kuhlman

IS Administrator
nkuhlman@lpsnrd.org
  • Design, implement and operate information systems architecture
  • Update and maintain network system
  • Analyze information and technology needs
  • Ensure computer networks are operational, backed-up and secure

Jan Kush

Jan Kush

District Secretary (Cass County NRCS Office)

jan.kush@usda.gov

  • Contact for LPSNRD programs/inquiries
  • Conservation cost-share applications/claims
  • General office duties

Lesli Lair

Lesli Lair

Resources Technician (Cass County NRCS Office)
lesli.lair@ne.nacdnet.net
  • Conservation practices survey, design and layout
  • Conservation cost-share applications, payments and conservation plans
  • Contact for LPSNRD programs / inquiries

Alex Lautenschlager

Alex Lautenschlager

Land Management Maintenance Technician
alautenschlager@lpsnrd.org
  • Maintenance on LPSNRD projects and properties
  • Manage Weed Control Program
  • Operate/maintain LPSNRD equipment 
  • Platte River ice monitoring

Sean Loken

Sean Loken

Resources Technician (Lancaster County NRCS Office)
sean.loken@ne.nacdnet.net
  • Conservation practices survey, design and layout
  • Conservation cost-share applications, payments and conservation plans
  • Contact for LPSNRD programs / inquiries

Craig Matulka

Craig Matulka

Stormwater/Watershed Specialist
cmatulka@lpsnrd.org
  • Provide technical assistance for stormwater & floodplain management and erosion & sediment control
  • Coordinate LPSNRD Urban Water Quality Program
  • Coordinate LPSNRD Community Assistance Program
  • LPSNRD / City of Lincoln Project Liaison

Drew Ratkovec

Drew Ratkovec

Projects Coordinator
dratkovec@lpsnrd.org
  • Assist with the planning, design, land rights, contract preparation, construction and maintenance of district's projects
  • Supervise Stormwater/Floodplain Specialist and Operation/Maintenance Coordinator
  • Develop & promote urban stormwater programs
  • Coordinate construction of flood control dams, channel restorations and flood reduction projects

Donna Reid

Donna Reid

District Office Secretary / Program Assistant
dreid@lpsnrd.org
  • In charge of filing systems and maintaining electronic data storage
  • In charge of putting agenda/agenda items, board and subcommittee minutes on web page
  • Purchase supplies & equipment for office
  • Provide secretarial support

Shaula Ross

Shaula Ross

GIS Specialist
sross@lpsnrd.org
  • Build and maintain GIS data and projects
  • Gather, analyze and integrate spatial information from various sources
  • Design and create maps
  • Troubleshoot GIS issues

Maclane Scott

Maclane Scott

Water Resources Technician
mscott@lpsnrd.org
  • Groundwater monitoring, sampling and water levels
  • Well permits
  • Chemigation permits
  • Well decommissioning cost-share

Adam Sutton

Adam Sutton

Environmental Educator
asutton@lpsnrd.org
  • Leads NRD education programs, presentations & field trips
  • Coordinates Family Nature Nights and other NRD education events
  • Coordinates Test Your Well Nights
  • Outdoor Classroom Grants, Env. Studies Mini-Grants

Eric Zach

Eric Zach

Resources Conservationist
ezach@lpsnrd.org
  • Trail development, inspections and management
  • Manage and inspect buffer strip and filter strip program
  • Assist with LPSNRD lakes and wetlands
  • Conduct conservation easement inspections

Joint Partnership Employees

Ryan Blobaum

Ryan Blobaum

Corrections Crew Supervisor
ryan.blobaum@nebraska.gov
  • Supervises work crew

Katie Cameron

Katie Cameron

ENWRA Project Coordinator
kcameron_enwra@lpsnrd.org
  • Plan, manage and administer the Eastern Nebraska Water Resources Assessment (ENWRA)
  • Perform and coordinate technical duties
  • Provide hydro geologic consultation

Aaron Clare

Aaron Clare

LPSNRD Forester
aclare@lpsnrd.org
  • Oversee LPSNRD Conservation Tree Seedling Program
  • Coordinate LPSNRD Community Forestry Grant Program
  • Provide technical forestry & tree planting assistance to public
  • Provide tree planting designs & plans to interested public

Garrett Kramer

Garrett Kramer

Corrections Crew Supervisor
garrett.kramer@nebraska.gov
  • Supervises work crew

Tom Malmstrom

Tom Malmstrom

Saline Wetlands Conservation Partnership
tmalmstrom@lpsnrd.org
  • Coordinates shared interests between partnership entities