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Henricopolis Soil and Water Conservation District is a subdivision of state government responsible under state law for natural resource conservation. We are one of 47 Soil and Water Conservation Districts in Virginia. Established in 1975, Henricopolis serves the citizens of Henrico County.
The District is governed by a 5 member Board of Directors formed of local citizens who serve without pay. Three director positions are elected and two are appointed. The District employs staff to carry out its programs.
Henricopolis works hand in hand with state, federal and county agencies, other conservation organizations and community partners to achieve our conservation objectives.
Position Announcement: Conservation Specialist
The Henricopolis Soil & Water Conservation District (HSWCD) is accepting applications for the position of Conservation Specialist. This position is a professional position responsible for the day-to-day management of urban and agricultural stormwater management conservation programs. The position will provide support to and serve as a technical resource for the District and community stakeholders on conservation issues, policies, and practices. This position reports to the Board and will assist with the development of programs addressing urban conservation and best management practices for homeowners administering the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP), administer the Virginia Agricultural Cost Share (VACS) program.
All applicants must send their application, resume, and cover letter to [email protected].
Farmers, you're invited...
to an engaging agricultural community meeting showcasing presentations from Virginia State University, Capital Region Land Conservancy, Henrico Extension, Hunters for the Hungry, and Henricopolis Soil & Water Conservation District.
Topics will include:
- Drought assistance
- Cover crop practices
- Deer Management
- Cost share opportunities
Date: October 9, 2024
Time: 8:30am – 10:00am
Location: Dorey Park Recreation Center
2999 Darbytown Road, Henrico, VA 23231
This event is FREE. Breakfast and coffee will be provided. All are welcome!
RSVP at https://henricofarmerbreakfast.eventbrite.com or email [email protected]
Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP)
The Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP) is an urban cost-share program that provides financial incentives to property owners installing eligible Best Management Practices (BMPs). These practices can be installed in areas of your yard where problems like erosion, poor drainage, or poor vegetation occur.
Board Meeting Dates
The Henricopolis Soil & Water Conservation District Board meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 3pm for a Personnel Committee Meeting and at 4pm for the Board Meeting. Both are open to the public and occur in the board room of the Human Services Building at 8600 Dixon Powers Drive. Meetings will occur on:
September 19, 2024
October 17, 2024
November 21, 2024
December 19, 2024
Henricopolis SWCD
8600 Dixon Powers Drive
Henrico, VA 23228
Henricopolis SWCD
P.O. Box 90775
Henrico, VA 23273
Main Office
804-501-5175
Stacey Sovick
804-501-5289
HSWCD Fax
804-501-5919
