History
Conservation districts were created in 1945 in reaction to the Dust Bowl of the 1930’s, which was one of the most devastating ecological disasters in US history. It caused massive soil erosion, crop failures, and the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people. The severity of the Dust Bowl highlighted the urgent need for soil conservation, so Congress established the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), which became the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS). After recognizing the need for local involvement in states and districts, Congress passed the Conservation District Act of May 15, 1945. In 1970, the Delaware County Conservation District was formed.
What We Do
We work in partnerships with federal and state agencies to improve soil and water conservation through effective, locally led conservation programs.
This includes:
- Environmental Education
- Erosion and Sedimentation Pollution Control
- Floodplain Management
- Stormwater Management
- Waterway Protection
Staff
Karen Lochman, Conservation District Manager – LochmanK@co.delaware.pa.us
Chris Cook, Watershed Specialist – CookC@co.delaware.pa.us
Michelle Wheeler, Permitting Manager – WheelerM@co.delaware.pa.us
Carmen Swygart, District Technician – SwygartC@co.delaware.pa.us
Jordan Lambe, District Technician – LambeJ@co.delaware.pa.us
Stuart O’Riordan, District Technician – ORiordanS@co.delaware.pa.us
Gina Ferzetti, Administrative Specialist – FerzettiG@co.delaware.pa.us
Board of Directors
Each Conservation District is led by a Board of Directors made up of local people from all walks of life. These volunteers study county natural resource issues and make decisions which enhance and protect the local community.
Ray Iacobucci, Chair / Public Director
Steve Linvill, Vice Chair / Farm Director
Randy Bates, Secretary/Treasurer, Farm Director
Elaine Paul Schaefer, County Council Representative
Vince Pennoni, Public Director
Wayne Megill, Jr., Public Director
Michael Leventry, Public Director
Mary Batt, Public Director
Meetings
| Meetings are typically held on the first Tuesday of every month, at 3:30 PM, at the Delaware County Conservation District Office. | |
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First Tuesday of every month |
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3:30 PM |
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Rose Tree Park-Hunt Club, 1521 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 |
