State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB)
Established within the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, the State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB) provides guidance and coordination to the state's 92 Soil and Water Conservation Districts as they provide local leadership in the protection of Indiana's soil and water resources. Additionally, the SSCB administers the Clean Water Indiana Grants Program, a water quality related erosion and sediment reduction program. To view the responsibilities of the SSCB, click here
State Soil Conservation Board Business Plan
Meetings
The SSCB meets approximately every two months. Meetings are normally held in Indianapolis from 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Occasionally, the SSCB will meet at other locations around the state. The locations of these meetings are determined during the prior meeting.
Next Meeting
The State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB) will meet for a strategic planning session on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Sure Tech Labs (7501 Miles Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46231).
To view the panning session agenda, click here.
Meeting Minutes & Recordings
Board Members
Freeholder with farming interests:
- Amy Burris
- Kenny Cain
- Gene Schmidt (Chair)
Freeholder with non-farming interests:
- Brad Dawson
- Jane Hardisty (Vice Chair)
- Jewel Wise
The State Soil Conservation Board is searching for a new member. If you are interested in joining the board, please fill out the interest form.
