Providing Today, Protecting Tomorrow
PUBLIC NOTICE
Please be assured that the Monroe County Soil & Water Conservation District is following health and safety guidance as prescribed by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as New York State.
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The office is open to the general public. Those entering the building that are fully vaccinated are no longer required to wear a mask or physically distance. Unvaccinated individuals, under both CDC and state guidance, must wear masks.
Clients
All unvaccinated clients must wear a mask or face covering during any in-person contact with our staff members, whether in the office or at your property for a field appointment.
We will continue to keep the public updated with any changes.
Please let us know if you have any questions and reach out to us by phone at (585)753-7380 or email mcswcd@monroecounty.gov
Latest News
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
SOIL & WATER PLANNING TECHNICIAN
The full description for the position, along with how to apply, can be found at the link below:
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
If you are interested at helping out at our annual Conservation Field Days event this September 15-17, please reach out to our office via email or phone! Volunteer duties would include school/instructor check-in, photography, station time-keeping, and more.
Recent Projects
Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation
We recently partnered with Monroe County Parks and New York State Parks to plant over 20,000 trees across Monroe County to replace ash trees lost to the Emerald Ash Borer. Click here to learn more!
Japanese Angelica Tree Eradication
We partnered with FL-PRISM, Monroe County Parks, and SUNY Brockport to survey for and eradiate the recently discovered invasive Japanese Angelica Tree from parks in Monroe County. Click here to learn more!
Nature Based Shoreline
We worked to help restore over 350ft of shoreline on Irondequoit Bay to create a stable shoreline that reduces flood risk, controls erosion, and provides habitat to native wildlife. Click here to learn more!
Agricultural Programs
The District works hand in hand with local farmers to develop projects and protect natural resources that both help the farm and the environment. Click here to learn more!