The Natrual Resource Conservation Service (NRCS, who falls under USDA) is planning to host its Jefferson County Local Work Group Meeting on Wednesday, February 12th. Local Work Group Meetings are a valuable part of the NRCS planning process, providing an opportunity for local land managers to be part of a collaborative effort to improve natural resources within their county. They are holding the meeting to gather community input regarding conservation opportunities and priorities across the county. The goal is to bring together individuals with a variety of expertise and knowledge, allowing NRCS and others to build on the collective successes while focusing efforts to make the greatest impact using its available staff and funding.

We need your help to:

• identify where the best investments can be made to address natural resource problems,

• share the work that has already been done in the county, and

• share your vision for what the county will look like when these natural resource concerns have been addressed.

In addition to prioritizing identified problems, they will strategize potential solutions and measurable outcomes. The information you provide will be used to develop a Long-Range Strategy to guide NRCS conservation efforts and funding in Jefferson County over the next five to ten years. If you are unable to attend this meeting but would like additional information or would like to provide your input feel free to contact NRCS anytime. This meeting is open to the public, so please share this information with others who may be interested in participating.

• Where: Madras City Hall Chambers
  • 125 SW E Street
  • Madras, OR 97741
• When: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
  • 9:00am – 11:00am