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Soil and Water Conservation District requests modest budget increase as grants shrink

5404177 · July 16, 2025
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Summary

Kevin and the Soil & Water Conservation District board presented a 2.3% overall budget increase for 2026 and warned of multiple state grant reductions that together reduce expected revenues and may constrain programs.

Kevin (Soil and Water Conservation District) briefed the county on the district’s proposed 2026 budget at the July 15 meeting, saying the office is small, relies on state grants and self-generated program revenue, and is asking for a modest increase to protect services.

Why it matters: The SWCD carries out conservation programs, tree sales and equipment rental (no‑till drill) that support farm operations and erosion control in Clay County. Kevin said last year the district went…

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