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Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District: Delaware County, Ohio
About the District PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Friday, 16 May 2008 19:32

The Delaware SWCD, founded in 1944 is one of 88 conservation districts in Ohio and one of nearly 3000 nationwide. We are led by five dedicated local volunteer residents who are elected to a three-year term as Board Supervisors. Staffed with federal and state/county professionals, we assist Delaware County residents, landowners, and communities with their natural resources conservation needs.

Last Updated on Friday, 16 May 2008 19:43
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2009 SWCD/Farm Bureau Annual Banquet PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 30 June 2009 14:28

Boots, Barbeque, and Boogie

On August 13th the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District and the Delaware County Farm Bureau will jointly host their annual
meeting at the Jr. Fair Building, located on the Delaware County Fairgrounds.  The event will start at 6:00pm at the Delaware SWCD's Conservation Area (by the pig and lamb barn) with appetizers and SWCD Board of Supervisor voting. Everyone living in or owning land in Delaware County can vote. At 7:00pm the Jr. Fair building will open for the evening's meal and program. We hope you will come enjoy our hog roast and see both organizations accomplishments and highlights.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 14:49
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2010 Board of Supervisors Election PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 30 June 2009 15:01

Election Legal Notice

The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of supervisors of the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District to be held in accordance with Chapter 1515 of the Ohio Revised Code on August 13, 2009 at 6:00 P.M. at the Delaware County Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Avenue, Delaware, Ohio 43015.

Nominees are Mary Fleming, James Sherman, and John Miller. Two (2) supervisors will be elected. You may vote at the annual meeting, at the office on August 13, 2009 from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, or vote absentee by requesting the proper absentee request forms from the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District office at 557-A Sunbury Road, Delaware, Ohio 43015, (740) 368-1921, ext. 4, or fax (740) 369-8321.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 15:25
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Promoting Ohio No-Till Field Day PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 30 June 2009 15:27

The Ohio No-Till Field Day will be held September 1, 2009 in northwestern Delaware County on the Jim Rodman farm, Rt. 203 north of Radnor. In addition to the usual full program, which will be included in Ohio's Country Journal mid-July issue, there will be many other topics planned. Some of these include: Financial assistance for Beginning Farmers (10 yrs or less), by USDA-FSA; Water Quality Trading, Richard Moore, OSU/OARDC; and Women in Farming, by USDA-FSA and others. Norman Widman, National Agronomist, USDA-NRCS, will be the keynote speaker. There will also be a ladies program offered.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 15:34
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SCENTS - Soil Conservation & Environmental News for Teachers and Students PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 20 May 2008 13:17

Current Issue: Winter 2009

To be added to the email newsletter list, click here.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 16 June 2009 17:03
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SWCD-Dick O'Keefe Memorial Scholarship PDF Print E-mail
Written by Conservation Educator   
Tuesday, 20 May 2008 14:23

The Dick O'Keefe Memorial Scholarship was established in 1998 to honor the memory of Mr. O'Keefe who passed away on December 29, 1997.  Contributions in his memory came from a host of friends and family, as they knew how much farming was a part of his life.  Dick was born and reared in Delaware County, and introduced to farming at an early age, as was his father and grandfather before him.  He understood all the perils associated with agriculture, but "the seed had been planted," making the term "farmer" something of which he was very proud.  His concern that farming would become "extinct" because of multiple reasons was a priority to him.  This scholarship is awarded to a Delaware County resident, or a graduate of a Delaware County public or private high school who is pursuing, or planning to pursue, a degree in agriculture.

Applications are available online at here as a fill-in pdf form, in high school guidance offices, and at the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District office.  Call the SWCD for more information at (740) 368-1921.  Completed applications must be received by the SWCD office by Wednesday, April 15, 2009.

Last Updated on Thursday, 22 January 2009 14:02
 
Delaware County Flood Insurance Rate Maps have been updated. PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Monday, 18 May 2009 00:00

The Delaware County Flood Insurance Rate Maps have been updated and the new ones are now in affect.  For more information about the new maps and data, please see the following resources:

Last Updated on Monday, 18 May 2009 19:26
 
Rural Drainage Report - January 2008 PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 20 May 2008 17:37

Rural drainage systems are too often a forgotten and failing infrastructure. The situation leaves Ohio’s agricultural producers, rural residents and communities, as well as our economy and environment at risk.

A Rural Drainage Report for Ohio was published in January 2008. To view this report, please click here.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 20 May 2008 17:59
 
Drainage Protection Reviews on Building Sites 5 acres or greater PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Sunday, 18 May 2008 02:39

What is a Drainage Protection Review?
Who is required to have a Drainage Protection Review?
Do I need a Drainage Protection Review before applying for a building permit?
I am building on to my existing house, do I need to go through this process?
How long does the process take?

How do I apply?
What information do I need before filling out my application?


Last Updated on Friday, 21 November 2008 16:46
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The Public is Invited to Attend Our Board Meetings PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Friday, 16 May 2008 19:39

All 2009 monthly board meetings of the Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District (DSWCD) will be held the third Tuesday of each month at the DSWCD office, 557 Sunbury Rd. Delaware, OH 43015 at the following times:

  • 8:00 P.M. during Daylight Savings Time period
  • 7:00 P.M. the rest of the year

The following exceptions apply:

  • January monthly meeting - January 27, 2009, 7:00 P.M.
  • December Reorganization Meeting - December 29, 2009, 4:00 P.M.
Approved by Board Resolution on December 30, 2008.

Please call to verify dates and times as this schedule is general and subject to change.  You can check the calendar and/or contact us.

Last Updated on Monday, 05 January 2009 13:59
 
Delaware SWCD Brochure PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 20 May 2008 17:51
Click here to view the District's latest brochure.
 
The Conservationist - Newsletter PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Tuesday, 30 June 2009 00:00

To subscribe to the electronic version of this mailing list, please click here.

If you would like to be added to our snail mail newsletter mailing list, please contact our office.

 

Current Issue: July 2009

Last Updated on Wednesday, 01 July 2009 14:13
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Annual Report - 2008 PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Wednesday, 18 February 2009 00:00
Click here to view the Delaware SWCD 2008 Annual Report.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 18 February 2009 20:39
 
Education Workshops - Winter 2009 PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Thursday, 15 January 2009 00:00

Download Current Workshop Flyer & Registration Form

Conservation workshops are scheduled for educators. Participants will experience activities appropriate for various age levels that can be used to help meet current science standards. Additional background information will be provided as well as sharing resources available to teachers. Formal classroom teachers and nonformal educators are welcome. Unless otherwise noted, the workshops will be held at Highbanks Metro Park, 3 miles north of I270 on Route 23, just below Powell Road.

Last Updated on Thursday, 15 January 2009 20:57
 
Pond/Wetland Management Guidebook PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Monday, 09 March 2009 19:18
The US EPA just released a new guidebook that describes maintenance and inspection practices for existing wet ponds and wetlands. The guide includes checklists for use during construction and routine maintenance of ponds/wetlands, and also includes a home owner pond inspection checklist. Maintenance profile sheets describe how to address eight different common maintenance issues.
The Pond/Wetland Management Guidebook is available at:
http://www.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/pondmgmtguide.pdf
Last Updated on Monday, 27 April 2009 12:15
 
National Wetland Inventory for Delaware County now available ONLINE PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Thursday, 19 June 2008 19:45
The US Fish and Wildlife Service has made the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) available for Delaware County, OH through its online map viewer. Please click here to access it. The Delaware County Field Office will continue to maintain a printed copy of these maps for our county but would encourage land users to take advantage of this online tool.
Last Updated on Friday, 21 November 2008 16:17
 
Rain Garden Manual for Homeowners PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Sunday, 18 May 2008 16:31

Click here to view the Rain Garden Manual for Homeowners

Rain gardens are attractive landscaped areas planted with perennial native plants that do not mind getting "wet feet." Build in a saucer shape, rain gardens allow water to percolate into the ground. The benefits of rain gardens are multiple. Rain gardens:

Last Updated on Tuesday, 06 January 2009 18:00
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No-plat Subdivision Application Reviews PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Sunday, 18 May 2008 02:27

On December 28th, 2006, the County Commissioners approved updated Subdivision Regulations as recommended by the Delaware County Regional Planning Commission (RPC).  The Delaware SWCD would like to bring to your attention the following change: NPA applications, or No Plat Lot Splits (under 5 acres) will now add the Soil and Water Conservation District to the list of endorsements the RPC is looking for on the Development Plan.  Below are links to the RPC Subdivision Regulations, Change Chart and the Delaware SWCD No Plat Subdivision Application Form.

 
Our Mission PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
Friday, 16 May 2008 19:36
To provide leadership and support to the public through programs that promote natural resources conservation & stewardship.
 
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