The Scott Soil and Water Conservation District in Jordan, with support from community sponsors, oversees the Conservation Leaders Program, recognizing individuals, families, businesses, schools and government entities for their outstanding efforts in implementing conservation practices and improving natural resources in Scott County. Cleaner water, healthier soil and improved wildlife habitat are the results of landowners who believe in conservation. Scott SWCD names top 2011 Conservation Leaders
Thank you, 2011 Conservation Leaders Program Sponsors! Eligibility: For the application to be included in the recognition program, the nominee must live in Scott County. Application Deadline: 2012 nomination applications are due by 4:30 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2012. Applications may be mailed to: Conservation Leaders Program, Scott Soil and Water Conservation District, 7151 190th Street W, Suite 125, Jordan MN 55352 OR scanned applications may also be sent to dhrabe@co.scott.mn.us Awards: An outdoor property recognition sign will be awarded to each of the winners in the four categories. From these four, an overall winner will be chosen as the 2012 Conservation Leader of the year, receiving a plaque and outdoor signage for his or her property. These awards will be presented at the annual Scott SWCD banquet in December 2012.
NOMINATION FORM 2012 Conservation Leaders Program Categories: Agriculture Producers/Landowners Businesses/Non-Profits Government Entities (cities, townships, watersheds, schools, etc.) Urban/Lakeshore Residents Nominee Information: Name Address Phone Home Cell Email Nominated by: Name Address Phone Home (Cell) Email If selected as a finalist or overall winner, will the nominee(s) be willing to be featured in news releases and other publicity in Scott County publications? Yes No PLEASE INCLUDE DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NOMINEE BELOW: Conservation Efforts Please check each category that applies to your nominee’s efforts. Please provide a short explanation of the nominee’s activities after the appropriate category title: A. Doing Their Part for Clean Water B. Doing Their Part of Healthier Soil C. Doing Their Part for Wildlife Habitat Leadership Please list community involvement and leadership roles and any beautification, recreation, conservation or educational activities: Summary Statement What makes your nominee deserving of the 2012 Conservation Leader Program Award?
