Converse County Conservation District provides financial assistance, through cost-share payments to landowners, to apply soil and water conservation or community enhancement practices. By “sharing the costs” with CCCD, Converse County residents can undertake projects they could not afford to do on their own. If you have an area of interest, please contact the District to discuss cost-share options.
Please Note
All Cost-Share applications must be received the Friday before the scheduled Board Meeting. Any late applications will be considered at the next Board Meeting. Thank you for your cooperation.
The April board meeting is on the 20th. All applications must be received by April 14th to be reviewed during the meeting.
Meetings are open to the public pursuant to Wyoming Statute 16-4-403
Please contact Michelle or Anna for details if you would like to attend.
ALL Cost-shares MUST receive board approval prior to work being done.
The ONLY exception is detailed below in the description of the Septic Improvement Program.
The ONLY exception is detailed below in the description of the Septic Improvement Program.
Solar Pumping Plant ConversionThis program allows landowners to convert old windmills or electric pumps into solar pumps. Cost-share of this program is 50% not to exceed $5,000.00 maximum. Applications are accepted year round.
Community Canopy ProgramThe Community Canopy Program is a cost share program reimbursable, 50% cost-share up to $2,000.00 for trimming and removal of trees on private property in Converse County.
Tree Planting/Windbreak ProgramConverse County Conservation District established this program to assist landowners who are interested in establishing windbreaks for conservation. The program provides 50% cost-share, up to a maximum of $10,000.00 per landowner. All tree planting projects must meet the minimum standards and requirements of the program to qualify for cost-share dollars.
Windbreaks are planned in the fall and trees are ordered in November. Windbreaks are then implemented the following spring. Well Water Testing DayFor over ten years Converse County Conservation District and Natural Resources Conservation Services hold a well water testing day for drinking water wells during the month of May and October. Bottles (for bacteria testing only) may be picked up at Converse County Conservation District, Converse County Clerk’s Office, and Cooperative Extension Office in Douglas or the Town Hall in Glenrock. Water samples should be taken as close to testing as possible. Samples should not be collected any sooner than 24 hours before the testing date. If you wish to have your water tested for nitrates, pH or hardness, bring a separate water sample in a clean container. This program is available only to rural Converse County residents.
Dates for Well Water Testing Day for 2023
- Spring Well Water Testing Day is tentatively set for May 23rd - Fall Well Water Testing Day is TBD Household Hazardous Waste DayHousehold Hazardous Waste Day takes place during the month of September on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds. Individuals can drop off waste and pesticides for free during the allotted time. Waste accepted are the following: paint, batteries, pesticides, herbicides, solvents, aerosols, antifreeze, and small quantities of used motor oil (5 gal. or less).
2023 Household Hazardous Waste Day is TBD |
Septic System Improvement ProgramThe District offers cost-share funding to address individual septic systems that require renovations or improvements to minimize the probability of surface water contamination. Cost-share for this program is 50% up to $5,000. Due to emergency situations caused by failed septic systems, applications will be considered for reimbursement after the work has been completed.
Septic System Maintenance ProgramThe maintenance program is offered to assist landowners to have their septic system pumped. The EPA suggests pumping your system every 3-5 year. Proper maintenance will aid in preventing system back-ups and failures. The cost-share for this program is 50% up to $200.
Community Pride Enhancement ProjectThe Converse County Conservation District’s Community Enhancement Program provides for conservation and resource enhancement on public properties, for public benefit.
Resource Enhancement ProgramThe CCCD Resource Enhancement Program provides incentive for landowners within the Converse County boundaries, to implement natural resource conservation practices that address soil erosion, water quality and quantity, energy conservation or improving wildlife habitat. The cost-share for this program is not to exceed $50,000.00.
|
|
|