The SWCD has Memoranda of Understanding with the Missouri State Soil and Water Districts Commission, the USDA Farm Services Agency, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Forestry Division of Missouri Department of Conservation. The SWCD has a Cooperative Working Agreement between the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Missouri State Soil and Water District Commission for their cooperation in the conservation of natural resources. The SWCD has an Interagency Coordination Agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District. Policy Changing ownership and general land use characteristics of the area have a great influence on the District s policy. Due to diversity of land ownership and use, the Board assists any individual, resource development group, regional planning commission or municipal government.
Every effort is made to provide adequate, timely assistance.
The SWCD shall strive to maintain soil and water resources within the county through progressive initiatives and implementation of resource conservation plans for the rural and urban sector. All endeavors of the District are directed toward this goal.