Election Notice
The Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission will cause an election of Supervisors of the Summit County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to be held in accordance with Chapter 940 of the Ohio Revised Code. Individuals who own or occupy land within the Summit County Soil and Water Conservation District and are 18 years of age or older may vote for Supervisor.
There are three ways an eligible voter can cast a ballot: 1.) At the SWCD office, 1180 S. Main Street, Suite 230 Akron, OH 44301, from 8/20/2025 until 9/17/2025 during normal business hours (7:30 AM- 4:00 PM); or 2.) At the SWCD Annual Meeting, which will take place at Sarah’s Vineyard, 1204 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 on 9/18/2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM ; or 3.) Voting absentee from 8/20/2025 until 9/18/2025, by requesting the ballot application and election ballot from the SWCD office at the following address 1180 S. Main Street, Suite 230, Akron, OH 44301, by calling 330-926-2445, or email [email protected]. Absentee ballots must be received by the SWCD office by 9/18/2025 at 8:00 AM. Two Supervisors will be elected to a three‐year term commencing January 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2028. Nominees are:
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HUC Highlight programLooking for something fun to do this summer?!?! We are excited to announce some new programming, featuring a plethora of free events in Summit County! Our HUC highlight program will teach you all about local watersheds through a variety of fun, community-focused events throughout Summit County. Visit the HUC Highlight page in our Initiatives Tab for more information or to register for events.
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Stormwater Sessions:
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🌟 Free Trainings Available in 2025! 🌟
This year, we’re excited to offer a variety of free trainings for community officials, MS4 communities, and the design community! These sessions will cover key topics like stormwater management, regulatory compliance, best practices for sustainable development, and more. Whether you're looking to stay up to date on the latest requirements or improve your skills, we have valuable learning opportunities for you. Don’t miss out—join us and gain the knowledge you need to make a lasting impact! See our News and Events page for dates and details. |
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🌟 NEW - 2025 Site Fees - now posted on our Construction Stormwater page!🌟
Native Plant Sales:Summit Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to support local and regional native plant sales in 2025! This spring, many Soil and Water Conservation Districts will host native plant sales, offering a variety of herbaceous plants, groundcovers, shrubs, and trees to enhance your landscape. Additionally, several local native plant nurseries in our area provide an excellent opportunity to explore and select your favorite native plants in person. Embrace native plants to create a healthier, more sustainable environment!
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SWCD offerings:Cuyahoga SWCD plant sale
Geauga SWCD tree sale Stark SWCD tree sale Portage SWCD plant sale Lorain SWCD seedling sale Wayne SWCD tree sale Lake SWCD plant sale Ashtabula SWCD seedling sale Ashland SWCD tree sale 
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Learn about our mascot Ricky!!
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