Also, during the Seventh Quarter, the Team did extensive outreach at the regional level for partnership development and public relations. This is becoming an increasingly important function of the Regional Team. The Team attended a number of RCD meetings, keeping track of district progress and bringing informational materials, grant opportunities and legislative news to the directors. Some of the Districts that meet less frequently are beginning to make inquiries and requests for assistance form the team. Extension of the contract to use up remaining funds will be a big help to these Districts, as they may get their plans done.
Districts continue to show increased levels of activity.
The improved communications is encouraging districts to engage their constituents and find additional partners in conservation activities. The Districts are demonstrating initiative in their planning and projects, requesting assistance from the Regional level when needed. District assessment and progress evaluation process is ongoing. Team member Bill Saffell continues to visit districts in a circuit rider fashion. This enables him to observe the individual districts during their meetings and to evaluate their overall progress as well as track district projects.