Dates & Info
Board Meeting and Minutes
Board Meeting Information
The Douglas Soil & Water Conservation District board meets the second Monday of every month in the conference room of the USDA service center (unless otherwise noted). Here you will find previous and upcoming board meeting agendas and meeting minutes.
Location:
900 Robert Street
Suite 102
Alexandria, MN 56308
Upcoming Board Meetings
- January 8, 2024 8:00 AM
- February 12, 2024 8:00 AM
- March 11, 2024 8:00 AM
- April 8, 2024 7:30 AM
- May 13, 2024 7:30 AM
- June 10, 2024 7:30 AM
- July 8, 2024 7:30 AM
- August 12, 2024 7:30 AM
- September 9, 2024 7:30 AM
- October 15, 2024 7:30 AM (This meeting is held on a Tuesday with Monday being a Federal Holiday).
- November 12, 2024 8:00 AM This meeting is held on a Tuesday with Monday being a Federal Holiday).
- December 12, 2024 3:00 PM (This meeting is held on a Thursday with due to SWCD State convention on the second Monday)
Meeting Minutes
2025
- January: Agenda | Minutes
- February: Agenda | Minutes
- March: Agenda | Minutes
- April: Agenda | Minutes
- May: Agenda | Minutes
- June: Agenda | Minutes
- July: Agenda | Minutes
- August: Agenda | Minutes
- September: Agenda | Minutes
- October: Agenda | Minutes
- November: Agenda | Minutes
- December: Agenda | Minutes
2024
- January: Agenda | Minutes
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- April: Agenda | Minutes
- May: Agenda | Minutes
- June: Agenda | Minutes
- July: Agenda | Minutes
- August: Agenda | Minutes
- September: Agenda | Minutes
- October: Agenda | Minutes
- November: Agenda | Minutes
- December: Agenda | Minutes
2023
- January: Agenda | Minutes
- February: Agenda | Minutes
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- April: Agenda | Minutes
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- June: Agenda | Minutes
- July: Agenda | Minutes
- August: Agenda | Minutes
- September: Agenda | Minutes
- October: Agenda | Minutes
- November: Agenda | Minutes
- December: Agenda | Minutes
2022
- January: Agenda | Minutes
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- July: Agenda | Minutes
- August: Agenda | Minutes
- September: Agenda | Minutes
- October: Agenda | Minutes
- November: Agenda | Minutes
- December: Agenda | Minutes
Conservation is a State of harmony between men and land
Soil is a living organism, & is a farmer’s most precious asset.
The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is now.
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Programs
Walk-In Access
Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)
Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program (MAWQCP)
Reinvest in Minnesota (RIM)
Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)
Conservation Reserve Program
Date-Sensitive Program Deadlines
There are no deadlines currently. Our team will update in this section when deadlines arise. Thank you!
Annual Reports & Fiscal Plans
Check out our annual reports and fiscal plans to see what we’ve been up to this year and in years previous. You can see some of our accomplishments, our financial strategy, and the goals we have in place for the upcoming year.
Forms
Get quick access to explore some of our essential documents and resources. Whether you’re ordering some of our products, reporting progress, or simply need to get in touch with one of our team members— this is the place.
Applications
Check out our opportunities to apply for funding or programs that support your conservation efforts. Our team is always happy to help answer any questions and walk you through the process.
Grants
Explore some funding opportunities to help support your land and sustainable efforts. Whether you’re looking to combat the effects of erosion, enhance water quality, or promote environmentally-friendly practices, we’re here to help guide you.
Reports
- 2025
Annual Report
Audit - 2023
Annual Report
Audit - 2021
Annual Report
Audit - 2019
Annual Report
Audit - 2017
Annual Plan
Annual Report - 2015
Annual Plan
Annual Report
Budget - 2013
Annual Plan
Annual Report
- 2024
Annual Report
Audit - 2022
Annual Report
Audit - 2020
Annual Report
Audit - 2018
Annual Report
Audit - 2016
Annual Plan
Annual Report
Budget - 2014
Annual Plan
Annual Report
Budget - 2012
Annual Plan
Annual Report
Audit
2024 Trees
Tree Open House 2024
December 18, 2024 – SWCD office from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Please mail payments to:
900 Robert St. Suite 102. Alexandria, MN 56308
Trees pickup (Subject to change):
April 25: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
April 26: 8:00 AM – Noon
If you have a conflict with these days please call us at 320.763.3191 Ext 3
Tree Service
The Douglas Soil and Water Conservation District’s tree program was developed to provide landowners with an affordable option to establish trees for conservation practices.
Trees provide many conservation benefits including reduced soil erosion, wildlife habitat improvement, protect water quality, and increased aesthetics.
Our inventory includes a variety of small shrubs, large shrubs/small trees, deciduous trees and conifers (bare root/potted).
In addition to the sale of trees and shrubs, the SWCD staff can provide FREE site designs or species selection assistance based on soil types or conservation practices. Douglas SWCD offers custom services such as tree planting, fabric mulch installation, and tube installation.
Depending on the tree planting and practice, you may be eligible to federal or state cost-share programs to help pay for the associated costs.
Planting Charges
Plantings are by hand or with a tree planter.
$.75 per tree with our tractor for planting
$2.00 per bareroot tree- Hand Planting
$4.00 per potted tree. Hand Planting (one gallon)
$150.00 minimum planting charge.
$150.00 out of county Transportation fee.
Contact Douglas SWCD for more information.
Call or stop by today to order trees!
Tree Information
2025 trees sales are live! Please call the office, stop by or mail in your completed order form.
Tree Brochure 2025
Tree Pick-up Instructions
**Please Note** – Post cards will be sent out with information regarding this years tree pick up. We ask all orders are paid in full prior to pick up day. We are requiring all tree payments to be mailed in to the office no later then April 15.
Seasonal Service
Feature
Enhance your land’s vitality this season with our specialized seed mixing service. By combining a variety of seeds tailored to your soil’s unique needs, we ensure robust growth and sustainable conservation. Contact us today to nurture a healthier, more resilient ecosystem.