The RCRCD works with private land users, nonprofit organizations, and public entities to sustain natural resources within its boundaries, per by Division 9 of the state’s Public Resources Code. The District provides information about natural resources and their stewardship and management for each land use: native habitats, urban/suburban areas, and agriculture. The RCRCD conducts education and on-the-land conservation projects, such as habitat restoration.

The Conservation District provides services to the public in these main areas: 

• Soil and water testing
• Agricultural support
• Irrigation audits
• In lieu Fee program
• Compensatory mitigation
• Habitat conservation
• Native Plant Material program
• Species management
• Educational resources