Calling All Landowners and Managers: Be a Cooperator!

OUR MISSION: To provide education and leadership in the conservation and sustainable use of soil and water- related resources through cooperative programs that protect, restore and improve our environment.

Being a "cooperator" is like being a member of your local Conservation District.

The Homer Soil and Water Conservation District promotes the wise use of soils, water, and related land resources. By encouraging informed and sustainable use of these resources, the District promotes local environmental quality and economic vitality. By signing this agreement and becoming a "cooperator" with the Soil and Water Conservation District, landowners and managers receive:  

• Technical assistance and guidance related to land use issues that interest you
• Soil and Forage testing
• Cost-share assistance for some activities, such as invasive weed control and establishment of rain gardens
• Planning assistance
• Help accessing USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) financial assistance programs available
• Right to run and vote in elections for the District Board of Supervisors, which is comprised of local landowners and oversees District operations; Spring and Fall District Newsletters

In return, cooperators pledge to make good faith efforts to apply the planning assistance they receive. It is a free of charge, voluntary and non-binding way to manage your land to meet your development goals while helping to maintain the ecological needs of your area and greater community.

Become a Cooperator! 

Cooperator Agreement Between Homer Soil and Water Conservation District And:

The District Agrees To: Assist in developing and carrying out a conservation plan by furnishing to the cooperator:

1. Information and education;

2. Technical assistance and supervision;

3. Equipment, and other assistance the district may have available; and

4. Encouragement to develop a conservation plan.

The Cooperator Agrees To:  

1. Manage above described land in accordance with its needs and capabilities;

2. Consider a district-approved conservation plan for the above described land;

3. Follow the conservation plan to the best of his and/or her abilities in accomplishing conservation practices on the land;

4. Maintain all structures and practices established in an effective condition and to continue the use of all
   other conservation measures put into effect; and

5. Use any materials or equipment made available to him and/or her by the district for the purpose and in the manner for which they are provided.

It is Further Agreed That:

1. This agreement will become effective on the date of the last signature and may be terminated by either party, or modified by mutual consent of parties hereto; and
2. Neither party shall be liable for damage on the other's property resulting from carrying out this agreement, unless such damage is caused by negligence or misconduct.