LAND CONSERVATION
Brent Tessmer, County Conservationist
Klayton Kree, Engineering Technician
Pamela Holz, Conservation Program Specialist
925 Donald St, Medford, WI 54451 | (P) 715.748.1469 | (F) 715.748.1415
LAND & WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The plan was approved by the State of Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Board on December 4, 2018 and the Taylor County Board on January 28, 2019.
The plan goals are to
- Protect and improve surface water quality by promoting regenerative agriculture and wise use of the land.
- Protect and improve groundwater quality and quantity.
- Encourage stewardship of private forestlands to protect soil, water resources, fish and wildlife habitat, and to promote sustainable resource use.
- Educate and engage citizens on groundwater, surface water, and soil health initiatives.
- Continue to inventory and control the spread of invasive species.
To view current Land and Water Resource Management Plan [click here]
Programs & Links:
- LCD Main Page
- Animal Waste Storage
- Conservation Assistance
- Drinking Water & Well Testing Program
- Environmental Education
- Grazing Program
- Invasive Species Program
- Land & Water Resource Management Plan
- No-Till Drill Rental Program
- Nutrient Management
- Soil and Manure Testing
- Tree and Shrub Sale
- Wildlife Damage & Deer Donation Program