Clinton County Conservation District grateful for budget increase

MILL HALL, PA – The Clinton Conservation District thanks the Pennsylvania legislature for supporting conservation districts in the state budget.

Pennsylvania Conservation Districts assist landowners through technical assistance, permit reviews, site inspections, and education. The goal of conservation districts is to protect our natural resources, keep food on tables, and ensure public safety.

Through the efforts of the PA General Assembly, the “Transfer to the Conservation District” lines in the 2022-2023 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture budgets were collectively increased by $6.8 million.

“Conservation districts play an important role in protecting the Commonwealth’s resources. By including an increase in the state budget for conservation districts, the Pennsylvania General Assembly is investing in the conservation district’s mission of clean water and healthy soil for all Pennsylvanians,” said Clinton County Commissioner and Conservation District Board member, Angela Harding.

“The legislator’s actions allow the Clinton County Conservation District, as well as conservation districts across the state, to continue to assist municipalities in repairing low-volume roads and dirt and gravel and to be a resource for local farmers, landowners, and contractors,” said Clinton County District Manager, Wade Jodun.