WHO WE ARE
We are a federally mandated, local entity under the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development designed to provide natural resource information and technical assistance to Oakland County residents, municipalities, and governments. Our primary source of funding is through our Spring Tree Sale. Those tree sales allow us to partner with other natural resource organizations and cooperate with Oakland County Parks and Recreation and MSU Extension on their projects
WHO WE ARE
We are a federally mandated, local entity under the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development designed to provide natural resource information and technical assistance to Oakland County residents, municipalities, and governments. Our primary source of funding is through our Spring Tree Sale. Those tree sales allow us to partner with other natural resource organizations and cooperate with Oakland County Parks and Recreation and MSU Extension on their projects
What is a Conservation District?
A Conservation District is a local entity under the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).* Our federal mandate is to promote sound soil and water practices. For more information about Michigan Conservation Districts, please visit the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts.
*PLEASE NOTE: We no longer receive MDARD funding and operate similar to that of a not-for-profit. Due to state budget cuts, our ability to offer services to our county residents has recently been severely limited. Your support of the tree sale fundraiser allows us to continue to offer limited programs.
A Conservation District is a local entity under the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD).* Our federal mandate is to promote sound soil and water practices. For more information about Michigan Conservation Districts, please visit the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts.
*PLEASE NOTE: We no longer receive MDARD funding and operate similar to that of a not-for-profit. Due to state budget cuts, our ability to offer services to our county residents has recently been severely limited. Your support of the tree sale fundraiser allows us to continue to offer limited programs.
WHAT WE DO
We are a local organization here to support YOU and your neighbors. If you need information about soil, water, or other natural resources, we can help. Working to educate and demonstrate good soil and water conservation practices to residents, we supply the knowledge and tools they need to better manage their natural resources. We are an effective gateway for connecting homeowners with the conservation providers they need to make environmentally sound decisions.
Meet us at the Oakland County Farmers' Market
This year the Oakland Conservation District will be at the Oakland County Farmers’ Market every 2nd Saturday of each month April thru October providing information on a variety of topics, such as Planting and Gardening Preparations, Invasive Species, and much more. Be sure to stop by and say “Hi”! Monthly topics are subject to change.
We are a local organization here to support YOU and your neighbors. If you need information about soil, water, or other natural resources, we can help. Working to educate and demonstrate good soil and water conservation practices to residents, we supply the knowledge and tools they need to better manage their natural resources. We are an effective gateway for connecting homeowners with the conservation providers they need to make environmentally sound decisions.
Meet us at the Oakland County Farmers' Market
This year the Oakland Conservation District will be at the Oakland County Farmers’ Market every 2nd Saturday of each month April thru October providing information on a variety of topics, such as Planting and Gardening Preparations, Invasive Species, and much more. Be sure to stop by and say “Hi”! Monthly topics are subject to change.
2018 Board Meeting Schedule
The Board of Directors meets at 6:00 p.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public and held at the Oakland Conservation District Office.
The Board of Directors meets at 6:00 p.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public and held at the Oakland Conservation District Office.
NOTICE: The February 20, 2019 meeting has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
It has been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 27, 2019.
It has been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 27, 2019.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Oakland Conservation District is managed by a five-member Board of Directors that is locally elected by the constituents of Oakland County. The Directors make decisions regarding the District’s programs and activities and hire qualified staff.
Oakland Conservation District Board and Staff Members
Board of Directors Associate Directors
Patrick Costello, Chairman Tom Middleton Advisor
Roberta Boyle, Director Jackie Douglas Jay Blair
Alec Smith, Director Elizabeth Palassola
Jeremy Brown, Director Sonja Bultynck
Tammy Packard Director
***Board & Associate Members Wanted***
OCD is seeking new Board Members who possess an interest in soil and water conservation and who is able to bring to the table a variety of skills that include, but are not limited to: natural resource knowledge, environmental stewardship, farming, gardening, grant writing, fundraising, and outreach/communication. We are also interested in adding Associate Board Members.
If you or anyone you know may be interested in becoming a member of the Oakland Conservation District Board, please call Patrick at 248-459-2221 or send us an email at oaklandconservation@gmail.com.
The Oakland Conservation District is managed by a five-member Board of Directors that is locally elected by the constituents of Oakland County. The Directors make decisions regarding the District’s programs and activities and hire qualified staff.
Oakland Conservation District Board and Staff Members
Board of Directors Associate Directors
Patrick Costello, Chairman Tom Middleton Advisor
Roberta Boyle, Director Jackie Douglas Jay Blair
Alec Smith, Director Elizabeth Palassola
Jeremy Brown, Director Sonja Bultynck
Tammy Packard Director
***Board & Associate Members Wanted***
OCD is seeking new Board Members who possess an interest in soil and water conservation and who is able to bring to the table a variety of skills that include, but are not limited to: natural resource knowledge, environmental stewardship, farming, gardening, grant writing, fundraising, and outreach/communication. We are also interested in adding Associate Board Members.
If you or anyone you know may be interested in becoming a member of the Oakland Conservation District Board, please call Patrick at 248-459-2221 or send us an email at oaklandconservation@gmail.com.
*** The public is welcome at ALL Board Meetings. We welcome your involvement. Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, 6:00pm at the Oakland Conservation District Office ***
Mission Statement:
The Oakland Conservation District is dedicated to promoting sound environmental stewardship in Oakland County by providing residents with reliable information and technical assistance regarding the management and use of our natural resources.
The Oakland Conservation District is dedicated to promoting sound environmental stewardship in Oakland County by providing residents with reliable information and technical assistance regarding the management and use of our natural resources.
MEDIA COVERAGE
C&G Newspapers
Conservation group jumps into spring with tree sale
By Tiffany Esshaki
Posted March 15, 2016
C&G Newspapers
Conservation group jumps into spring with tree sale
By Tiffany Esshaki
Posted March 15, 2016