Warren County Soil And Water Conservation District

The meeting included discussions on the environmental protection fund budget for 2022, with an increase in funding approved by New York State. There was also discussion of a four-hour erosion control training for Wanakina students, and a thank you received from Professor Rojas. The MS4 report was discussed and made available for public comment until May 12th. The community conservation program application review resulted in the approval of funding for three projects.

The meeting included a presentation on the Crandall Park project, updates from board members, and a treasurer's report. The board discussed district compensation and sick time policies, a deer exclusion fencing project, and the Agricultural Environmental Management prospective. They also covered the Blackberry Hill Farm Project, Water Quality Strategy Committee meeting, NYSWWCC Performance Measures review, LCBP Forestry grant, and City of Glens Falls MS4 requests. Additionally, the board discussed the SWCD budget, Champlain watershed improvement Coalition of NY, Upper Hudson River Watershed Improvement Coalition, current grant projects, and the Community Conservation Program. Staff reports were reviewed, and a new AEA for the region was introduced.

The meeting included discussions and a presentation on invasive species and pesticide use. The Treasurer's report was reviewed and approved, covering financial matters for September and October, including grant money, bill payments, and fund transfers for payroll. The board discussed correspondence, including a NYFOA donation request and projects for 2024 Legislative Days. Approvals were granted for the AEM Round 18 plan of work and Tier 4 cost share. The board addressed an IRS issue related to the SWCD employee square account and discussed a letter of interest for a new board member. The 2024 Tree and Shrub Program pricing was approved, and details for the December board meeting luncheon were shared. The 2023 WCSWCD awards were announced. Other topics included Lake Champlain Basin Program Grants, updates from NYACD meeting and Administrative Conference, Champlain watershed improvement Coalition of NY (CWICNY) update, Upper Hudson River Watershed Improvement Coalition update, current grant project updates, and the potential purchase of a vehicle from Jefferson County SWCD. Staff reports were also reviewed.

The meeting covered various topics, including the treasurer's report, legislative days, the Water Quality Symposium, and the Tree and Shrub Program update. There was discussion and approval of proposed 2022 Part C projects, the Arbor Day Program, MS4 Reports, and the Warren County Envirothon. The board also discussed the Community Conservation Program, including approval for the Warrensburg Community Garden and the Town of Chester-Chester Challenge. Additionally, there was a discussion about using repellent for reducing deer damage to Christmas trees.

The meeting included a presentation on deer impacts and woodland regeneration. Discussions covered the NYACD Annual Meeting, the need for a part-time clerk, and the district's financial status, including grant money and bill payments. Updates were provided on AEM Tier 4, the December NYS Soil and Water Conservation Committee Manager's Meeting, and various grant projects, including Silver Bay YMCA and Lake Champlain Basin Program grants. The meeting also addressed the 2024 Fall Fish Sale, the Ford Fusion auction, and updates from the Champlain Watershed Improvement Coalition of NY and the Upper Hudson River Watershed Improvement Coalition. Approvals were granted for contracts and MOUs related to the Silver Bay YMCA project and a deer fence project with Saratoga CCE. Climate resilience grants from NYS Department of Ag and Markets were also highlighted.