of our ever changing environment." 

Jefferson County SWCD Board Meeting

Our objectives:

• Reduce soil erosion on private and public lands.

• Improve water quality in the seven major watersheds of the county.

• Encourage a hands-on approach to environmental education.

• Promote the preservation and protection of agricultural land and open space in the county.

• Secure funding, personnel and equipment needed to support district operations.

• Develop a public awareness campaign and outreach program that addresses natural resource issues in the county.

• Promote the participation of private landowners in USDA and state incentive programs for water quality and wildlife management.

• Conduct educational programs in the schools and community to improve environmental literacy.

• Seek and develop partnerships to help accomplish the SWCD goals and objectives.