CDFU Board Nominations

Now accepting nominations for 2024-2026 Term

CDFU is currently seeking nominations for several terming seats on its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors brings mission-based leadership to strengthen commercial fishing in the Prince William Sound region and provides strategic governance in accordance with organizational bylaws.

Board member seats on the 2024 CDFU ballot:

  • General seats (2)

  • Groundfish/Shellfish seat (1)

  • Seine seat (1)

  • Gillnet seat (1)

  • Herring seat (1)

Eligible candidates:

  • Only those with current CDFU membership may nominate a fisherman (yes, you can nominate yourself!)

  • Nominees for non-general seats must hold an applicable active permit.

  • Nominees must hold current CDFU membership before being added to official ballots.

Quick info:

  • Board meetings are held monthly (outside of summer season).

  • Board members can attend meetings in person in CDFU’s Cordova office, or via video conference. 

  • Seat terms are 2 years. Seats on the 2024 ballot serve from when confirmed by the board in the fall through 2026.

  • Board members serve to carry out a strategic plan and act in compliance with CDFU organizational bylaws, articles, protocols, policies and procedures.

The best way to understand what it means to be a CDFU Board member is to talk with one! Contact us at board@cdfu.org to find a great time to connect.

To nominate yourself, an incumbent, or other CDFU member, please fill out the online nomination form at the button below. Yes, you can nominate more than one person!