In Indiana, a soil and water conservation district (SWCD) is a unit of state government responsible for soil and water conservation programs within its county boundaries. The district provides a means for all interested people in a county to work together for natural resource conservation and development. It is funded through a variety of sources including county and state appropriations, money-making activities, grants, and private donations. Tippecanoe County SWCD was formed under public referendum in 1941. There is a district office in each county in Indiana.

The official governing body of the SWCD consists of five supervisors. Three are elected (one each year for a three-year term) at an annual meeting of land occupiers held in January or February. Two are appointed (also for staggered three-year terms) by the State Soil Conservation Board based upon recommendations of the leadership in the district. Thus, selection of all five supervisors is based on input from the local people they serve.

Identifying local resource concerns and addressing the needs of the community is a priority for Tippecanoe County SWCD. This is accomplished by conducting community meetings with the residents who best know the natural resource problems. After priorities are established, the district looks for ways in which to address the problems). This may involve developing educational programs or applying for funding to implement conservation practices on private lands. To look at the current priorities, look at the list of Tippecanoe County resource concerns or watershed projects.

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Promoting a Healthy Environment by...

Providing assistance to local landowners for reducing soil erosion, conserving and protecting water quality, and solving other natural resource problems in rural and urban areas. Working directly with private landowners, the district coordinates technical assistance to develop plans uniquely suited to the resource concerns. Additionally, the District provides information and education outreach to youth and adults, encouraging good stewardship of our natural resources.

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SWCD Board Meetings

Are held the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the USDA Service Center, 1812 Troxel Drive, Lafayette. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. Check out our monthlycalendar or meeting minutes for more information.

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