SWCD Member Resources
This is a resource page for SWCDs in Minnesota.
If you have a resource suggestion please email us.
Below are resources and tools that are beneficial to Minnesota's SWCDs. Please find links to our partner websites below that maintain expert and up-to-date information on each topic listed.
Supervisor Elections
2026 is an election year for SWCD Supervisors! The filing period for Supervisor Candidates is May 19 to June 2.
There are many helpful tips and tools in the MASWCD Supervisor Elections Guide for SWCDs.
SWCDs that have Supervisor openings should review the MASWCD Supervisor Elections Guide, make sure to post election information on your website and promote on social media and in local media outlets.
EMAIL US FOR A COPY OF THE SUPERVISOR ELECTIONS GUIDE
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*Interested candidates must contact their local SWCD to confirm openings and elections information specific to their district. Click HERE to find your SWCD.
SWCD SUPERVISOR ELECTIONS GUIDE
Area Meetings
The MASWCD Area Meeting Handbook is your complete guide to planning and organizing area meetings, inviting speakers, managing agenda content and meeting logistics. Along with helpful templates for your area meetings, there is also an extensive list of local experts you may invite to speak at your meetings and engage your community.
MEETING RESOURCES & COMMITTEES
MCIT MEETING RESOURCES:
AREA MEETING HANDBOOK
AREA MEETING FAQ SHEET
The MASWCD Area Meeting FAQ Sheet is great handout to share with anyone who is curious about why area meetings are held and why attendance is so important. A great tool to share with veteran and new SWCD employees and supervisors.
MASWCD AWARDS
MASWCD offers several award programs to recognize the outstanding conservation achievements taking place throughout Minnesota between SWCDs and their cooperators.
The award application period for 2026 will open in the Fall.
The 2025 MASWCD 89th Annual Convention was held December 1-3 at the Double Tree by Hilton, Bloomington-Minneapolis South where many were recognized for their dedication to conserving Minnesota's soil and water resources.
Below are just a few award recipients highlighted at the 2025 convention. To view all award recipients, visit the Awards page on the MASWCD Convention website or visit the MASWCD Facebook page.
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2025 SWCD of the Year - North St. Louis SWCD
2025 Supervisor of the Year Award - Tom Schulz of Wadena SWCD
2025 SWCD Administrator of the Year Award - Holly Kovarik of Pope SWCD
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2025 Outstanding Conservationist of the Year Award -
Blue Line Farm, The Trieglaff Family, nominated by Becker SWCD
Blue Line Farm
2025 MACDE Award for Extraordinary Contribution - Holly Hatlewick of Renville SWCD
2025 Field Staff of the Year Award - Wes Drake of Becker SWCD
SWCD Operations & Governance Tools
Click on the links below to visit these partners for valuable resources in topics such as: Open Meeting Law, Human Resources, Data Security, financial and records management, parliamentary procedure, and more!
BWSR - SWCD OPERATIONAL HANDBOOK:
MCIT OPERATIONS MATERIALS & WEBINARS:
Under Resources, use the TOPIC drop down list to choose from multiple Operations focused topics:
​VISIT NACD's MEMBERS PAGE
to download various materials:
NACD - District Programs & Operations
Taking Minutes Made Easy
Pocket Guide: Parliamentary Procedures
Stewardship & Outreach
Social Media Tips & Trends
Effective Communication
More Dollars for your District
Board Recruitment and Management
2026 is an election year for SWCDs. The filing period is May 19 to June 2 at 5 pm. The general election will be held November 3, 2026.
Check out MASWCD's Elections Guide to the 2026 elections process for everything an SWCD, and those interested in running as a Supervisor, should know!
2026 MASWCD ELECTIONS GUIDE
SWCD Supervisor Elections Video - Coming Soon!
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS & TOOLS:
Human Resources - Employee Management
Employee Recruitment, Hiring and Termination
Compensation and Benefits
Personal Conduct
Human Resources and Employee Management:
​VISIT NACD's MEMBERS PAGE
to download various educational materials:
Building District Capacity
Sample Job Descriptions
Effective Communications
Personnel Manager Reference Book​
Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103C
A full version of the SWCD law, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 103C, is available online via the Minnesota State Legislature website.
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Additional Resources for SWCDs
SWCD Information Updates:
SWCDs - Please contact MASWCD if you have changed your address, contact information or website. Please also let us know of any staff updates and of course, make sure everyone in your SWCD is signed up for the MASWCD newsletter!