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Upcoming Events
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Mon20Oct20255:30 pm
Board Meeting
The Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors will meet on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 5:30 PM at the District office: 25451 State Route 12, Watertown, NY.
NOTE: A brief staff presentation may be provided at 5:15 PM.
Minutes, Agendas, Policies & Proposals
At Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation District, we believe in open communication and accountability. We aim to promote transparency, ensuring that our constituents stay informed. Through our Agendas, Minutes, and Policies, we provide a comprehensive overview of our decision-making processes, board meetings, and guidelines.
The Soil and Water Conservation District is the largest provider of technical service to the agricultural community in Jefferson County, NY.
We are committed to providing technical assistance and education to the residents of Jefferson County to ensure the wise use of soil, water, and other natural resources.
Events and News
Vacancy: District Forester
We are seeking a self-motivated individual with expertise in Forest Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing nearly 5500 acres of Jefferson County reforestation lands. The candidate will work with private and public entities in all...
Vacancy: Office Manager
We are seeking an Office Manager to fill a vital role. This position includes the fiduciary responsibility of reporting all financial data to the Board of Directors with diligence. Strong ethics and adherence to regulations are crucial. Work is performed...
Fall Newsletter
Anyone who wants to stay on our mailing list for future newsletters should call our office at (315) 782-2749. To view the newsletter that was mailed in October 2024, please click on the link below: Fall Newsletter 2024
Project Bids
Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) is a program administered by our office with funding through NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. We are seeking bids for three (3) projects. The contract for this round of funding ends December 31, 2025; therefore,...