USDA Local Work Group – Franklin County

USDA Local Work Group to Determine Franklin County Natural Resource Priorities

There will be a meeting of the Franklin County USDA Local Working Group on Wednesday, December 5^th from 10 a.m. – noon at the Wilton Town Office on Rt. 156.  The public is encouraged to attend.

Local Working Groups provide recommendations to the District Conservationist of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) on local natural resource priorities and criteria for conservation activities and programs.  Topics of discussion will include: ag waste, forestry, pasture, and cropland.  Other issues and areas of concern may be discussed as well.

The Franklin County Soil & Water Conservation District (FCSWCD) will work with the group on priorities recognized that can not be addressed through USDA programs.

If you have questions, please contact the Franklin County USDA Service Center, at 778-4767 ext 108, 105, or 101.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodations to attend or participate in this meeting should contact this office by November 30^th.

Franklin County SWCD and the USDA are equal opportunity providers and employers.