We are a governmental agency established under state law to carry out programs for conservation, use and development of soil, water, and related resources at the local level.
At KCD, we partner with federal and state agencies to coordinate and implement conservation and environmental programs throughout the community. We have capabilities in resource protection, development and management.
These abilities have equipped us to be catalysts in bringing together facets of the community that will benefit from a united undertaking to address resource problems and needs.
KCD Mission
"Protecting Soil & Water for Generations; not only today's generation but future generations."
In order to meet our mission, we work closely with the community, identifying resource needs then partnering with others who have similar goals to address those needs.
By implementing technologies and practices that are environmentally friendly we can ensure long term use of our precious natural resources.
By working together we can make a difference in the protection of our natural resources.
Meet Our Team
Together, with Linda, our MAEAP Specialist, Jean from NRCS, Elizabeth, our District Manager, and all of our resource specialist partners, we will help our community make partnerships and connect resource needs to protect soil and water for generations; not only today's generation but future generations
KCD Staff: (PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW DIRECT PHONE NUMBERS - no extention is needed)
KCD OFFICE: 269.775.3368
District Manager:
Elizabeth Rochow
269.775.3364
kalamazooconservation@gmail.com
MAEAP Specialist:
Linda Zabik
269.775.3365
BCK CISMA Invasive Outreach Educator
Due to lack of funding to for the BCK CISMA - We no longer have an CISMA Invasive Outreach Educator
NRCS Staff:
District Conservationist:
Jean Gagliardo
269.775.3360