Value of conservation district recognized

The recent Lake/McHenry County Soil and Water Conservation District's directors election results were significant, with 442 votes cast in a competitive election. This demonstrates many county residents recognize the value of services provided by the SWCD and the importance of conservation.

Primary services include soil and water conservation support, which not only protects prime farm soil, but protects water quality. These same practices lead to improved soil health, enabling the land to retain more water. Given the increasing rain events and flooding, retaining water on the land through improved soil health is an increasingly important concept.

Local and state policy officials must recognize the value of their local SWCD and support them with needed resources. Doing so all landowners will have access to help and the community as a whole benefits.

Dean Farr

Crystal Lake