Welcome to the Allen Soil & Water Conservation District!
The mission of the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is to promote the wise use, improvement and maintenance of the soil, water and other natural resources in Allen County.
Upcoming Events:
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August 12
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Board Meeting - 7:00pm | ASWCD Office, 951 Commerce Parkway, Suite 200
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The Allen Soil & Water Conservation District has moved
into our new offices in the Job and Family Services building. Please update your records with our new address: 951 Commerce Parkway, Suite 200 Lima, OH 45804 Our new phone number is 419-228-0017. Our email addresses will not change. NRCS and FSA remain at the old office location. |
District Services and Programs
Water Management Systems and Erosion Control Practices
ASWCD will survey, design, and draw plans of water management systems and erosion control practices such as: grassed waterways, erosion control structures, water and sediment control basins, surface drainage, filter strips, animal waste storage facilities, and windbreaks. Consultative assistance is also provided for subsurface drainage. >Drainage Program >Field Windbreak Program >Pond Design |
Natural Resources Review Program
The Natural Resources Review Program evaluates properties with the primary goal of minimizing the negative effects from development to the property and neighboring land. Ideally a review is conducted prior to a zoning permit being issued or approved. >Natural Resources Review Program >Submit a Request |
Education Programs
ASWCD offers school programs, slide presentations, tours, field days, pond clinics, woodland clinics, ect. to the public at no cost. School programs have been correlated with Ohio Academic Content Standards. All programs need to be scheduled with ASWCD. >Education Programs >Classroom Programs Brochure |
Current Features
Legal Notice
2020 Election Notice
The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of Supervisors of the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District to be held in accordance with Chapter 940 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Residents or landowners, firms, and corporations that own land or occupy land in Allen County and are 18 years of age and older may vote for Supervisor. A non-resident landowner, firm, or corporation must provide an affidavit of eligibility, which includes designation of a voting representative, prior to casting a ballot.
There are two ways an eligible voter can cast a ballot: (1) at the Allen SWCD office from August 27, 2020 until September 9, 2020 during normal business hours; or (2) voting absentee by requesting the ballot application and election ballot from the Allen SWCD office at the 951 Commerce Parkway, Suite 200, Lima, Ohio 45804, by calling 419-228-0017, or email gary@allenswcd.com. Absentee ballots must be received by 4:30 pm September9, 2020 at the the close of office hours at Allen SWCD.
Two (2) Supervisors will be elected to a three year term commencing January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2023. The nominees are Teresa G. Adams, Karen Feigh and Brandon Fischer.
Residents or landowners, firms, and corporations that own land or occupy land in Allen County and are 18 years of age and older may vote for Supervisor. A non-resident landowner, firm, or corporation must provide an affidavit of eligibility, which includes designation of a voting representative, prior to casting a ballot.
There are two ways an eligible voter can cast a ballot: (1) at the Allen SWCD office from August 27, 2020 until September 9, 2020 during normal business hours; or (2) voting absentee by requesting the ballot application and election ballot from the Allen SWCD office at the 951 Commerce Parkway, Suite 200, Lima, Ohio 45804, by calling 419-228-0017, or email gary@allenswcd.com. Absentee ballots must be received by 4:30 pm September9, 2020 at the the close of office hours at Allen SWCD.
Two (2) Supervisors will be elected to a three year term commencing January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2023. The nominees are Teresa G. Adams, Karen Feigh and Brandon Fischer.
2020 Board of Supervisor Candidates and Election
We are pleased to present three candidates for Supervisor. Elections will be held at the Allen SWCD Office during normal business hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, starting August 27, 2020 through September 9, 2020 or you can vote by absentee ballot. Supervisors are elected to a three-year term. Below are brief biographies for the candidates:
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Karen Feigh
Karen Feigh is a resident of Shawnee Township, she is married to Barrett Jr., and has 2 children. Karen works for Hometown Pharmacy in Pandora as a Pharmacy Technician. Her and her husband operates primarily a grain farm that has been farmed by the family for 3 generations, they have 125 Boer goats and have installed many conservation practices, and in 2006 they were Allen SWCD Cooperator of the Year. Karen is a current Allen SWCD Board member, 4-H Advisor, Jeanne’s Dance Studio Competition Team dance mom, in addition she has painted rain barrels and her 4-H club usually participates in the Ottawa River cleanup day. Karen says, “Land Management and Conservation are a part of my families trade, but this is a generation that needs to learn more about the value of land, farming, raising livestock, etc. I am very proud of my husband, family and friends that farm and care for the land and livestock. I want to help others understand how important what we do as a community impacts the earth we live on.” |
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Brandon Fischer
Brandon Fisher is a resident of Marion Township and lives in Delphos, He is married to Leeannda and they have 2 children. Brandon works for the Allen County Public Health Department as a Public Health Emergency Preparedness Planner. He assist his dad during spring planting and fall harvest, also has a small garden on his property to maintain local pollinator populations and is looking at installing multiple rain barrels to reduce his water use in the garden. Brandon is a current Allen SWCD board member, member of the Delphos Knights of Columbus, Delphos St. Johns Athletic Boosters and Co-Chair of the Northwest Ohio Public Health Planners Group. Brandon says, “I am eager to serve on the Board to continue to support the conservation efforts of the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District. I have been exposed to several different conservation programs during my time at the University of Dayton obtaining my Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology and at Ball State University obtaining my Master of Arts Degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Management.” |
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Teresa G. Adams
Teresa G. Adams has been a resident of Lima since 1961 and lives on the east side. She retired from General Dynamics after 31 years of services holding the position Senior Plant Engineer. Served 9 ½ years on Lima City Council, representing the 5th Ward. The first 1 ½ years as an appointment to fill a vacancy and four years later she ran and was elected to 2 terms of 4 years each. While on Council she was involved with several drainage issues working with Allen County Officials and residents and continues those working relations today. Teresa has volunteered the past 10 years for the Ottawa River Clean-up and the City-Wide Pride Clean-up. Served as Chair or member of various committees through her time on council. Also served on the Lima-Allen County Regional Planning Commission and the advisory committee for United Way. Teresa says, “I bring the ability to research, question and obtain pertinent information to solve issues. Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to unify and guide large groups to common goals. I am committed to the Allen SWCD.” |
2020 Stormwater Superstars
Congratulations to our 2020 Stormwater Superstars: Bacon and Associates and Webb Insurance Agency.
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Bacon and Associates is being recognized for their efforts in mitigating stormwater runoff to insure minimal impact to our community. Their innovative design work focuses on managing the storage and safe passage of surface stormwater and filtering it into underground storage systems. Because of their efforts, they are being honored as a 2020 Stormwater Superstar.
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Webb Insurance Agency is reducing stormwater runoff by replacing over 25% of their total area with grass, trees, flowers, and pervious surfaces which allow rainfall to filter naturally through to the soil. Each year these green surfaces capture over 193,000 gallons of water which would otherwise go directly down the storm drains. These exceptional practices make them a 2020 Stormwater Superstar.
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Every year, the City of Lima and the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District honor businesses for outstanding stormwater practices. Stormwater is water from rain or
melting snow that does not soak into the ground. It flows from rooftops, over paved areas, bare soil, and sloped lawns. As it flows, stormwater runoff collects litter, animal waste, salt, pesticides, fertilizers, oil and grease, soil and other potential pollutants, and washes them into the storm drains. Storm drains generally flow directly to the Ottawa River without treatment. That’s why it’s so important to keep everything but clean water from going down the drain and impacting drinking water.
If you currently have any of these practices in place at your business or organization, we want to honor you in our annual stormwater superstar recognition.
• Have a stormwater and chemicals pollution prevention plan
• Keep your property free of litter
• Properly apply fertilizer
• Plant trees
• Landscape your property to filter water
• Maintain green spaces
• Protect storm drains
• Use best management practices on construction sites
• Promote environmental awareness
• Use rain barrels
• Have a rain garden
• Recycle waste and properly dispose of hazardous materials
Contact Casey Heilman at 419-999-0318 or casey@allenswcd.com for more information.
melting snow that does not soak into the ground. It flows from rooftops, over paved areas, bare soil, and sloped lawns. As it flows, stormwater runoff collects litter, animal waste, salt, pesticides, fertilizers, oil and grease, soil and other potential pollutants, and washes them into the storm drains. Storm drains generally flow directly to the Ottawa River without treatment. That’s why it’s so important to keep everything but clean water from going down the drain and impacting drinking water.
If you currently have any of these practices in place at your business or organization, we want to honor you in our annual stormwater superstar recognition.
• Have a stormwater and chemicals pollution prevention plan
• Keep your property free of litter
• Properly apply fertilizer
• Plant trees
• Landscape your property to filter water
• Maintain green spaces
• Protect storm drains
• Use best management practices on construction sites
• Promote environmental awareness
• Use rain barrels
• Have a rain garden
• Recycle waste and properly dispose of hazardous materials
Contact Casey Heilman at 419-999-0318 or casey@allenswcd.com for more information.
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Learn more about the 10 best management practices being championed by Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Agriculture regarding phosphorus reduction in the Western Lake Erie Basin. Further details will be released in the spring. Learn more at the H2Ohio website.
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The longest cascading waterway in Ohio is being constructed right here in Allen County. Learn more about how this best management practice is helping farmers manage water on their land by clicking here.
The City of Lima 2020 Tree Rebate Program
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The City of Lima is offering a 50% rebate for the purchase and professional installation of trees within the city's limits. For more information click on the link to the right.
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Maximize Yields and Improve Water Quality
Learn about several different Ag BMPs from The Ohio State University Extension to maximize yield and improve water quality. Click HERE to visit their website.
Nutrient Management App
If you have a smart phone, there is an App called OnMRK to help you with Nutrient Management Record Keeping. Download the App in the Google Play Store for Android, or iTunes for Apple users. Go to www.onmrk.com to register your account.
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Check out the Ottawa River Coalition's video spotlighting their many community partners, including ASWCD!
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Tree Seedlings for Students
All Allen County 3rd graders received Norway Spruce seedlings and all 1st graders received Pin Oak seedlings in April.
The video below demonstrates how to plant and care for the new trees.
Enjoy!
All Allen County 3rd graders received Norway Spruce seedlings and all 1st graders received Pin Oak seedlings in April.
The video below demonstrates how to plant and care for the new trees.
Enjoy!
