Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Amber Kester’s organization
Jun 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Columbia Soil and Water Conservation District Board Of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors conducted a budget hearing to adopt the 2026/2027 fiscal year budget. Key business matters included reviewing staff, watershed council, and NRCS reports, discussing strategic plan development and a potential retreat, and addressing staffing needs for a field technician position. Additionally, the Board discussed LEED certification, the acquisition of outdoor wildlife-friendly bulbs, and the 2026 salary chart.
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Columbia Soil And Water Conservation District Board Of Directors Annual And Regular Meeting
The board discussed reports from the NRCS, Watershed Councils, and staff updates. Key business items included the approval of the strategic planning work group, discussion and approval of the strategic plan retreat, and the renaming of the budget committee to the finance committee. Additional agenda items for the annual meeting included receiving the annual report and audit.
Apr 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Columbia Swcd Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and approved a motion to submit written comments regarding the draft environmental impact statement for the proposed NEXT development in Port Westward.
Apr 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Columbia Swcd Board Of Directors Meeting
The board reviewed financial and treasurer reports and approved bill payments. Reports were received from the Natural Resource Conservation Services, Lower Columbia River Watershed Council, and Scappoose Bay Watershed Council regarding fiscal policies, native plant sales, and project updates. Staff reported on conference attendance and site visits. Old business included discussions on the implementation planning for the strategic plan and an incomplete audit resulting in frozen funds. New business included rescheduling the Annual Meeting and debating a response letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers concerning a proposed renewable fuels refinery at Port Westward.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
