partners in conservation training module 3. partners in conservation purpose of partnerships: skills...

Partners in ConservationTraining Module 3

Partners in Conservation

Partners in ConservationPurpose of Partnerships:

Skills and resources needed for natural resource conservation cross organizational boundaries Durable partnerships that operate from shared information and priorities, and align partner resources advance common goalsEssential and effective way to broaden networks and extend Districts’ ability to get conservation on the land


Partners in ConservationKinds of Partnerships:

Soil & Water Conservation Committee Municipal, State, and Federal agenciesNon-profitsAcademic Community Based OrganizationsBusiness Sector Other Conservation Districts

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State Committee Soil & Water Conservation District Law delegates responsibilities to the NYS SWCC

Soil & Water Conservation Committee


State CommitteeResponsibilities

Offer assistance to District directors in implementing their responsibilities Keep Districts informed of the activities of other DistrictsFacilitate an interchange of advice and experience between the Districts



Approve and coordinate the programs of all Districts Secure the cooperation and assistance of federal and state agencies to further the work of DistrictsFormulate policies and procedures for the extension of aid from federal or state agencies to Districts



Provide technical and operational assistance to DistrictsAdminister the AEM framework and Ag NPS Programs for District implementation



Disseminate information throughout the state concerning the activities and programs of Districts Encourage the formation of a District in areas where their organization is desirable


State CommitteeUnder this arrangement Districts will:

Submit to the SWCC an annual report and the regular and special meeting minutesNotify the SWCC of the time and place of regular and special meetingsUpon request, submit other documentation and information

Partners in ConservationState Committee Advisory MembersAdvisory Member Website

NYS Dept. of Agriculture & Markets (DAM) www.agriculture.ny.gov

NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation (DEC)

www.dec.ny.gov

NYS Dept. of Health (DOH) www.health.ny.gov

NYS Dept. of State (DOS) www.dos.ny.gov

USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)

www.nrcs.usda.gov

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) www.cce.cornell.edu

Cornell University (CU) www.cornell.edu

SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry (ESF)

www.esf.edu

NYS Conservation District Employees’ Association (CDEA)

www.nyscdea.com

http://www.agriculture.ny.gov/


http://www.dec.ny.gov/

http://www.health.ny.gov/


http://www.dos.ny.gov/

http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/


http://www.cce.cornell.edu/


http://www.cornell.edu/

http://www.esf.edu/

http://www.nyscdea.com/


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Districts work with State Agencies:

For funding opportunitiesFor technical supportTo share information from the local level

State Agencies


State Agencies - DEC NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation

Manage the state’s natural resourcesEnforce natural resource & environmental regulations (protecting wetlands & surface water quality) Provide grants for non-point source pollution control programs on watershed basis under 319 watershed program & EPF


NYS DECDEC Divisions Districts have most contact with:

Division of Lands & Forests: assist and administer grants to Districts for forestry programsDivision of Fish, Wildlife, & Marine Resources: provide technical assistance to Districts for establishing improved wildlife habitat on private/public landsDivision of Water: provide grants and technical assistance to District for water quality projects


State Agencies - DOSNYS Department of State

Work with communities on watershed planning and Ecological Based Management (EBM)Provide watershed planning grants to towns, villages, & counties - Districts partner with municipalities on watershed planning effortsProvide grants to implement EBM projects - Districts partner with eligible entities to carryout projects


State Agencies - SHPONYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation - State Historic Preservation Office

Helps communities identify, evaluate, preserve, & revitalize their historic, archeological, & cultural resourcesOversee Environmental Reviews to protect NY’s historic cultural resources from potential impacts under National & NYS Historic Preservation Acts, and State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR)

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Federal Agencies Districts may work with:

USDA – Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)USDA – Farm Service Agency (FSA)USDA – Forest Service (FS)Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)

Federal Agencies


USDA - NRCSNatural Resource Conservation Service

Help implement local solutions that sustain and improve natural resources thru partnerships in planning and implementing conservation systemsOffer voluntary incentive based programs for privately owned landsCooperative Working Agreements allow Districts & NRCS to share technical services


USDA – Farm Service Agency (FSA)Farm Service Agency

Stabilize farm incomeHelp farmers conserve land and water resourcesProvide credit to new or disadvantaged farmersHelp farms recover from the effects of disaster Administer NYS CREP


Federal AgenciesUSDA Forest Service (FS)

Manage national forests & provide technical & financial assistance for forestry

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Protect human health and the environment

US Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS)

Conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats


US Army Corps of EngineersUSACE

Development and management of water resources infrastructureProtection, restoration, and management of environmental resources Disaster response and recover Regulate activities in the nation’s waters and issue permits related to waters of the US

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Districts work with non-profits:

NY Association of Conservation Districts (NYACD)National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD)

Non-profit Organizations


NY Association of Conservation Districts NYACD

Established in 1958 to represent the interests of & provide services to NY’s 58 Conservation DistrictsA nonprofit corporation with IRS 501(c)3 statusGoverned by 8 board members representing 8 Divisions by geographic regions, plus 6 officers Board members are District Directors who represent their respective regions


NY Association of Conservation Districts NYACD

Provides advocacy and representation on behalf of District programs Works with legislators and interest groups towards the betterment of NY’s natural resource programsCoordinates with NACD to inform the public, Congress, & USDA of natural resource concerns Provides District’s training programs and forums to discuss issues of mutual concern


National Association of Conservation Districts NACD

Established in 1946 as the voice for natural resource conservation at the national level A nonprofit corporation with IRS 501(c)3 status supported by member dues and based in Washington D.C.Represent the interests of 3,000 conservation districts in all 50 states and US territories to Congress, federal agencies, & environmental groups

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Section 2Types of other partners:

AssociationsAcademic Community Based OrganizationsBusiness Sector and Corporate

Other Partners


Associations - CDEANY Conservation District Employees Association

Established in 1975 to support the employees of NY’s 58 Conservation Districts Governed by Board of Directors made up of 1 District employee from each region & 4 officersCreate and foster opportunities for employee networking, professional development, and District outreach and promotionProvide representation to partners


Federation – RC&DNY Resource Conservation & Development

8 RC&D Councils across NYSProvide local leadership & coordination for projects devoted to environmental conservation, community improvement, economic development, & the wise use of natural resources Administer grant projects in collaboration with Conservation Districts and other groups


Academic Partners Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE)

Extension Agents are located in every countyProvides local experts in agronomy, horticulture, home economics, etc.Assist Districts in demonstrations, education programs, and serve as another source for technical information


Academic Partners Cornell University

Research & Scientific Literature

Institute for Climate Change & Agriculture - reduce Ag related impacts on the climate & help farmers be climate resilient

Resources & Tools Adapt-N – nitrogen application softwareCornell Soil Health Test – physical, biological, & chemical components of soil health


Community Based Organizations Districts interact with many organizations that can be a source of funding, resources, and program support including:

Trout UnlimitedDucks UnlimitedNature Conservancy Wildlife GroupsLake Associations & Land Conservancies Foundations


Corporate Partners Private Businesses & Corporate Partners

Provide sponsorship to District programsDonate time and materials to District projectsCan bring additional resources and expertise to the table

Partners in Conservation Additional Resources

Resource Available Where to Find ItCornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) www.cce.cornell.edu

Cornell University www.cornell.edu

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) www.cals.cornell.edu

Ducks Unlimited www.ducks.org

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) www.epa.gov

Local Soil & Water Conservation Districts www.nys-soilandwater.org/contacts/county_offices.html

Lower Hudson Coalition of Conservation Districts www.lhccd.net

National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) www.nacdnet.org

New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC) www.neiwpcc.org

NY Association of Conservation Districts (NYACD) www.nyacd.org

New York Farm Bureau www.nyfb.org

NYS Conservation District Employees Association (CDEA) www.nyscdea.com


http://www.cornell.edu/

http://www.cals.cornell.edu/

http://www.ducks.org/

http://www.epa.gov/

http://www.nys-soilandwater.org/contacts/county_offices.html

http://www.nys-soilandwater.org/contacts/county_offices.html

http://www.lhccd.net/

http://www.dos.ny.gov/coog/modelregs_publicaccesstorecords.html

http://www.neiwpcc.org/

http://www.nyacd.org/

http://www.nyfb.org/



Resource Available Where to Find ItNYS Dept. of Agriculture & Markets (DAM) www.agriculture.ny.gov

NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation (DEC) www.dec.ny.gov

NYS DEC – Division of Fish, Wildlife, & Marine Resources

www.dec.ny.gov/about/634.html

NYS DEC – Division of Lands & Forests www.dec.ny.gov/about/650.html

NYS DEC – Division of Water www.dec.ny.gov/about/661.html

NYS Dept. of Health (DOH) www.health.ny.gov

NYS Dept. of State (DOS) www.dos.ny.gov

NYS Soil & Water Conservation Committee (SWCC)

www.nys-soilandwater.org

Resource Conservation & Development Area Councils (RC&D) www.nyrcd.org

State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) www.nysparks.com/shpo

SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry (ESF) www.esf.edu

The Nature Conservancy www.nature.org

Trout Unlimited www.tu.org


http://www.dec.ny.gov/

http://www.dec.ny.gov/about/634.html







http://www.dos.ny.gov/

http://www.nys-soilandwater.org/

http://www.nys-soilandwater.org/

http://www.nyrcd.org/

http://www.nysparks.com/shpo

http://www.nysparks.com/shpo

http://www.esf.edu/

http://www.nature.org/

http://www.tu.org/


Resource Available Where to Find ItUpper Susquehanna Coalition www.u-s-c.org

USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) www.fsa.usda.gov

USDA Forest Service (FS) www.fs.fed.us

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) www.nrcs.usda.gov

USDA Rural Development (RD) www.rurdev.usda.gov/Home

US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) www.usace.army.mil

US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) www.fws.gov

http://www.u-s-c.org/

http://www.fsa.usda.gov/

http://www.fs.fed.us/


http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/Home

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/Home

http://www.usace.army.mil/

http://www.fws.gov/

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