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NVSWCD Board of Directors Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 9:30 a.m., in room 941 of the Herrity Building, 12055 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035.
Job Announcement
Outreach and Watershed Programs Coordinator
The Northern Virginia Soil & Water Conservation District is seeking a creative and enthusiastic team member to support its efforts to protect natural resources in Fairfax County, Virginia. Applicants should demonstrate experience: facilitating hands-on watershed stewardship opportunities, developing and implementing adult and student environmental education programs, managing and supporting volunteers, coordinating multi-organization projects and creating web and print environmental outreach materials. Two or more years of experience in watershed education and outreach and an undergraduate degree in environmental education, natural resources, environmental science or a related area is also desired. Applicants with expertise in native plants, wildlife habitat, sustainable landscaping, stormwater issues and/or low impact development are especially encouraged to apply!
Specific responsibilities of the position will include, but are not limited to: facilitating the Fairfax County storm drain education program, co-coordinating a multi-jurisdictional rain barrel initiative, planning and implementing the annual Fairfax County watershed-friendly garden tour, writing, editing and layout of the district’s quarterly newsletter and maintaining the organization web site. Salary: $40s—mid-50s, depending on experience. The district offers a flexible work environment and health, dental and retirement benefits
Please submit a resume, cover letter and a 1-2 page writing sample to Diane Hoffman, diane.hoffman@fairfaxcounty.gov by December 7, 2009.
Environmental Quality Advisory Council (EQAC) Annual Public
Meeting
Monday, November 30, 2009
7:30 p.m.
Board Auditorium, Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035.The Fairfax County Environmental Quality Advisory Council (EQAC) will hold a public hearing to solicit comments on environmental issues of concern and the state of the environment in Fairfax County. To be placed on the speakers list, call 703-324-1380, TTY 711 or e-mail the council. Interested parties also will be able to participate in the hearing via remote testimony from the South County Center, Room 221A (Woodlawn), 8350 Richmond Highway, Alexandria or submit written testimony via e-mail.
Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping
Council Conference:
"Turning a New Leaf"
Friday, December 4, 2009
8:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.
George Washington University, Jack Morton Auditorium, Washington, DC
Registration: Required. Available online at www.chesapeakelandscape.org/2009leaf.htm.
Fee: $95 before November 1, 2009; $105 thereafter
This conference brings together landscaping professionals, policy makers and educators to learn and share information about sustainable landscaping practices in the Chesapeake Bay region. The Honorable Anthony Williams will open the conference talking about D.C.’s green initiatives. Concurrent sessions will cover sustainable design, selling green, getting it done with local governments, and urban ecology and new technologies. Eric Eckl, founder of Water Words that Work will close the conference with a talk on “The World Outside: What They Say About Why Your Work Matters.” The event includes an Eco-Marketplace, educational displays, continental breakfast, lunch, snacks and afternoon reception.
Join us for this unique conference that seeks to promote sustainable landscaping and form new partnerships that will lead to a more beautiful and healthier environment for everyone. For more information, e-mail Sylvan Kaufman or call 410-634-2847 x 41, TTY 711.
Chesapeake Bay TMDL Public Meeting
Monday, December 14, 2009
6:30—8:30 p.m.
Falls Church High School, Little Theater
7521 Jaguar Trail, Falls Church, VA 22042.The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering a series of public meetings throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed, including this meeting in Fairfax County, to discuss the upcoming Chesapeake Bay TMDL. During 2010, the agency will establish and oversee achievement of a strict "pollution diet" known as a Total Maximum Daily Load, or TMDL, to remove excess pounds of nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment harming the Chesapeake Bay and its network of waterways. The Chesapeake Bay TMDL will be supported by a series of accountability measures to ensure that commitments to achieving clean water standards are met.
Residential Rain Gardens: Design, Construction and Maintenance
A new guide will help you create a rain garden at your home! Rain gardens are depressions that temporarily fill with water when it rains. Runoff from your home, driveway and yard can be directed to a rain garden to solve drainage issues and protect our streams and the Chesapeake Bay.
Rain Garden Design and Construction: A Northern Virginia Homeowner's Guide is a step-by-step manual for creating home rain gardens. The guide includes tips on materials, a worksheet to help you design and size your garden and a plant list. The guide is a joint publication of the Fairfax County Park Authority and the Northern Virginia Soil & Water Conservation District. Download your rain garden guide today!
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