Office Location: 650 Hawthorne Ave SE, Ste # 130 Salem, OR 97301-5894 We are located in the Salem USDA Service Center Phone: (503) 391-9927 Fax: (503) 399-5799 E-mail: marion.swcd@oacd.org Office Photo and Map

Last Updated: 8/31/10

Summer 2010 Conservation Insider available here

The Winners of the 2010 Annual Poster Contest have been announced Click the picture to veiw the winning entries Congratulations to all who participated

Zollner Creek Subbasin and the Mt. Angel Groundwater Limited Area receive funding through the AWEP Program Marion SWCD partners with NRCS and OSU Extension to fund 3 years of conservation in the Zollner Creek subbasin and Mt. Angel Groundwater Limited area in Marion County through the new NRCS Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP). Eligible projects are focused on water conservation through irrigation improvements and improved surface water quality through agricultural conservation practices. To apply, contact the Salem NRCS field office at: (503) 399-5741. For more information regarding the program Click Here

We offer great events all year long. Please check out our "Meetings and Events" page for more details.

Find out what Marion SWCD has been up to by reading the "Conservation Insider" newsletter! The current and archived issues are available for download on the "Plans & Publications" page. The newsletter is mailed free of charge. Would you like to be on our mailing list? If so, call us at 503-391-9927 or e-mail our staff to have your name added!

Featured Programs:

• Landowner Assistance Program (LAP)
• Conservation Learning Education and Resources Program (CLEAR)
• Special Projects Grant Program
• Manure Exchange Program

Copies of the Marion SWCD's Annual Report, Business Plan, Annual Budget, and Meeting Minutes can all be found on the Plans & Publications page. Check them out and find out what the Marion SWCD is all about!

Download our brochure that outlines the functions of the district and the services we provide.

WHAT IS THE MARION SWCD?

The Marion Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) encompasses the majority of Marion County, Oregon. The district lies in the northern portion of the Willamette River basin, which is located in northwestern Oregon. Comprising the western half of the district is the fertile Willamette Valley, while the eastern portion contains rolling foothills and the forested Cascade mountains. The district office is located in Salem, which is the largest city in the county and also the state capital.

Our Mission

The mission of the Marion Soil and Water Conservation District is to protect, conserve and improve the quality of soil and water in Marion County through planning, technical assistance and education. In carrying out our mission, the Marion SWCD works, coordinates and cooperates with:

• property owners and operators
• public and private conservation organizations
• agricultural groups
• public agencies
• citizens

Our Vision

The vision of the Marion SWCD is to:

• be viewed as a leader in soil and water conservation efforts
• be known in urban and rural areas
• demonstrate accountability with the funds it receives
• have an active and informed board and a well managed district office
• have a track record of measurable and demonstrated results

The district is operated by a board of directors who are local landowners and citizens with a commitment to conserving natural resources within the district. These board members are elected to four-year terms and serve on a volunteer basis.

The SWCD staff provides technical assistance to landowners and operators regarding soil and water quality issues on their land. The district has no regulatory authority and is simply a resource for advice and consultation for the public. The staff also provides education and outreach to its members on various natural resource issues and topics.

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The Marion SWCD is an equal opportunity employer, providing services to the public without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political belief, sexual orientation, and marital or family status.

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Marion Soil and Water Conservation District
650 Hawthorne Avenue SE, Suite 130
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 391-9927
Fax: (503) 399-5799
E-mail: marion.swcd@oacd.org
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday thru Friday (except federal holidays)

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