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Coming Fall of 2026
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Upcoming Events
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Mon27Jul20265:30 pm
Board Meeting - July
The Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Directors will meet on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM at the District office: 25451 State Route 12, Watertown, NY.
A brief staff presentation will be provided at 5:15 PM.
Minutes, Agendas, Policies & Proposals
At Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation District, we believe in open communication and accountability. We aim to promote transparency, ensuring that our constituents stay informed. Through our Agendas, Minutes, and Policies, we provide a comprehensive overview of our decision-making processes, board meetings, and guidelines.
Events and News
TOTMAN GULF TRAIL REOPENED!
THE HIKING TRAIL AT TOTMAN GULF HAS BEEN REOPENED FOR RECREATIONAL USE The hazardous blowdown has been salvaged, and the trail is now clear for walking. Thank you to everyone for their patience while it was being cleaned up! When using this trail, especially around...
Totman Gulf Trail TEMPORARILY Closed
The walking trail at Totman Gulf is TEMPORARILY closed for a lumber harvest. This is a small-scale salvage harvest meant to clear the trail and clean up storm damage. It is expected to be closed for a few weeks, at most. We will share when it has been reopened!For...
Vacancy: District Forester
We are seeking a self-motivated individual with expertise in Forest Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing nearly 5500 acres of Jefferson County reforestation lands. The candidate will work with private and public entities in all...
Vacancy: Office Manager
We are seeking an Office Manager to fill a vital role. This position includes the fiduciary responsibility of reporting all financial data to the Board of Directors with diligence. Strong ethics and adherence to regulations are crucial. Work is performed...

