Seeking Candidates for the Allen SWCD Board of Supervisors

The Allen SWCD is seeking candidates for the District Board of Supervisors election. The election will be held Thursday, September 8, 2011, as part of the District’s annual meeting. District board members are elected by Allen County residents to represent them in guiding the district staff and cooperating agencies in positive efforts to promote conservation programs and best management practices.

Members of the board are public officials responsible to the people of the district and state. They employ and guide staff of the District on workload priorities, manage district funds and are a source of feedback from the public on its needs for soil and water assistance.

Board members are expected to attend monthly meetings where conservation policy is discussed and business is conducted. They are highly encouraged to attend meetings that are geared towards new and upcoming conservation and education programs, local field days, conservation tours, local planning meetings and area and state meeting that are held throughout the year. Special meetings are called from time to time to discuss the district budget, petition ditch projects and employee evaluations.

There are a total of five elected board members each serving a three-year term. At some conservation tours and area meetings, supervisors have the opportunity to meet with State and U. S. Representatives to discuss conservation issues and concerns. District supervisors serve without pay.

If you would like more information on the duties and responsibilities of the Allen SWCD Board of Supervisors or you would like to submit your name or someone you think would be a good candidate, please contact Peggy Emerson at 419-223-0040.