Cass SWCD Board
Cass SWCD Regular Board Meetings occur at 10 am on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. Locations alternate monthly. Time and date are subject to change pending state and Federal holidays. See pdf of meeting schedule for up to date information.
Cass County Courthouse
303 Minnesota Ave W
Walker, MN 56484-3000
Backus Land Department
218 Washburn Avenue
Backus, MN 56435
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Locations:
Each SWCD is governed by a five-member board of supervisors elected by the citizens of the county. The SWCD board is responsible for policy development, annual plans, long-range plans and budgets.
Meet your local SWCD board members.
Why Serve on the SWCD Board?
An elected board of Supervisors governs each SWCD in Minnesota.
Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) collaborate with federal, state, and local governments to offer educational trainings, technical support, and financial assistance for conservation initiatives. They help landowners and communities understand and access various conservation programs, providing personalized guidance based on local environmental and agricultural needs. This tailored approach ensures that the specific challenges of each community are addressed effectively.
Contact Your SWCD Supervisor
District 1:
Tom Kuschel - Email Tom
District 2:
Ken LaPorte - Email Ken
District 3:
Katy Botz - Email Katy
District 4:
David Peterson - Email David
District 5:
Jennifer O'Neill - Email Jennifer
Cass County SWCD Districts
District 1, 5 - Term ends 2026
District 2, 3, 4 - Term ends 2028
Interested in Filing for Office?
Filing for SWCD Supervisor typically occurs during the filing period in mid-May. Information on the filing period can be found on the MN Secretary of State website.
Candidates must be an eligble voter and reside in Cass County.
Individuals who wish to run for a supervisor position may file for office by contacting the Cass County Auditor during the filing period.
Election Cycle for Cass SWCD Districts:
Districts 2, 3, 4 = Elections in 2028, 2032
Districts 1,5 = Elections in 2026, 2030, 2034
