The Function Of The Conservation District
To take available technical, financial, and educational resources, whatever their source, and focus of coordinate them so that they meet the needs of the local land user for conservation of soil, water, and related resources.

Our Mission
Conservation district officials serve on a multi member board that establishes and implements programs to protect and conserve soil, water, energy and other renewable resources on local, non-federal lands.

Duties

Identify local conservation needs, and develop, implement and evaluate programs to meet them.

Educate and inform landowners and operators, general public, and local, state and federal legislators on conservation issues and programs.

Supervise other volunteers and paid staff working with the district; coordinate with cooperating agency personnel.

Administer the district by delegating tasks through a structure of board officers and members, committees, and others; raise and budget district funds and report on activities to the public.

Coordinate assistance and funding from federal, state and local government; district associations; and private groups.

Qualifications

Interest and Background in conserving renewable natural resources.

Communication skills.

Relationships

Other district officials.

State conservation agency.

Nutrient management to prevent water contamination.

Erosion control measures to reduce sediment runoff.

Best practices to safeguard water quality and availability.

Benefits

Satisfaction is seeing conservation practices applies.

Interaction with others interested in natural resource conservation.

Training through the state conservation agency.

Time Required
Attend 12 regularly scheduled board meetings, as well as committee, special meetings, and events for an average of approximately 30 days/year Get Involved
We encourage all producers to reach out and let us know how we can better serve your needs. Together, we can work towards a healthier, more sustainable future for our district.