Announcements

Applications now accepted for KCCD's Small Project Cost Share Program

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (July 21, 2023) – The Kittitas County Conservation District is once again accepting applications for the Small Projects Cost Share Program until 4:30 p.m. August 25, 2023. Applicants will be contacted to schedule a site visit after the application date and before Wednesday, September 13th. The KCCD Board of Supervisors will consider all applications and decide on funding at their Thursday September 14th meeting.

Landowners may receive 50% reimbursement for the project costs up to $6,000. The landowners share of the project may be provided in cash or in-kind. More program information is available here.

KCCD's 2024 Annual Plan of Work Released

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (June 7, 2023) – The Kittitas County Conservation District's Annual Plan of Work contains all proposed work for July 2023 to June 2024 time period. More than $4 million in revenue from a variety of grants is expected to be received, based on the list of priority projects and actions included. Questions about the Annual Plan of Work may be directed to Anna Lael at anna.lael@kccd.net or in person at 2211 W Dolarway Road, Suite 4, Ellensburg. The Annual Plan of Work and Long Range Plan are available here.

KCCD's 2024 Annual Plan of Work Available for Review

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (May 22, 2023) – The Kittitas County Conservation District's draft Annual Plan of Work is available for review here through May 29th, 2023. The Annual Plan of Work is for fiscal year 2024 (July 2023 through June 2024). Comments on the draft may be submitted to Anna Lael at anna.lael@kccd.net or in person at 2211 W Dolarway Road, Suite 4, Ellensburg.

Conservation Districts are required to submit annual plans to the Washington State Conservation Commission at the end May each year. Combined with the conservation districts Long Range Plan, the documents set the direction and priorities of the district and have official status as the authorized program of the conservation district. The KCCD Long Range Plan may be viewed here.

2023 North Yakima Conservation District Wildflower & Pollinator Sale May 19 & 20

YAKIMA, Wash. (March14, 2023) – The North Yakima Conservation District (NYCD) is combining their traditional Native Tree and Shrub Sale with our Native Wildflower & Pollinator Sale. Bareroot plants have been very limited and difficult to get this year, so all plants will come in potted form that NYCD has on hand.

All plants will be in pots
Wildflowers 3½ inch pots
Trees/shrubs 1-2 gallon pots
Plugs will be tubed 10½ cu in.

Plants are available to purchase ONLINE

CLICK HERE TO ORDER

These plants will be pickup ONLY. There will be no shipping or delivery of plants.

Dates of Pickup:

Friday, May 19, 2023 9:00 – 5:00

Saturday, May 20, 2023 8:00 – 12:00 Noon

Location: 1522 S. 18th Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902

FINAL DAY TO ORDER WILL BE: May 15, 2023

Walk-in Customers: Plants that were not purchased and paid for online will be made available for walk in customers. Supplies may be limited.

Refund and Return Policy – All Sales are Final.

Employment Opportunities

01/19/2023- North Central Cluster Engineer - Kittitas County Conservation District (KCCD) is seeking a licensed professional engineer to fill an existing full-time position. This shared position provides technical services to five north central Washington conservation districts with a home base in Ellensburg. Full announcement details and application instructions are available here. (updated 01-19-2023)

Business Opportunities

Public Works Project Bid Opportunities

None at this time.

Personal and Professional Services Request for Proposals

None at this time

Newsletters

The Kittitas County Conservation District publishes newsletters with information about projects and programs.

Archive Announcements

February 24, 2023, Application Due Date Announced for RCPP Cost Share Program

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (January 19, 2023) – The Kittitas County Conservation District will accept applications starting January 19, 2023, until February 24, 2023 for the “Middle Columbia Steelhead Partnership” Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) project. This RCPP project includes lands in Kittitas County and prioritizes farm and ranch operators who’s property contains streams, wetland or floodplain habitat impacting mid Columbia summer steelhead.
The project can provide financial and technical assistance with on-farm irrigation system improvements, livestock management practices (fences, watering facilities) and riparian and instream habitat. The RCPP funding is provided by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through land management contracts with farmers and ranchers. The contract payment rate pays for a portion of the cost of the contracted conservation practices implemented by the farmer or rancher.
The District is accepting applications immediately. Interested farmers, ranchers or landowners should contact the District at 509-925-3352 or 2211 W Dolarway Road, Ellensburg. Interested parties must meet all requirements of the USDA NRCS. Each applicant must establish themselves as a USDA customer and complete all Farm Service Agency (FSA) eligibility requirements. For more information about those requirements, contact the local USDA Service Center field office at 2211 W Dolarway Road, Suite 6, Ellensburg or 509-925-8585 ext. 115.
RCPP funding is limited, and applications will be subject to a ranking system. This is the first of three annual sign-ups in Kittitas County occurring as part of the Middle Columbia Steelhead Partnership project. The project was one of 85 high projects across the country that was approved for funding through the NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program solicitation for fiscal year 2021. For more information, visit the project webpage at https://www.kccd.net/middlecolumbiarcpp

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Small Project Cost Share Program Applications Accepted through August 26th

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (July 20, 2022) – The Kittitas County Conservation District is once again accepting applications for the Small Projects Cost Share Program. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. August 26, 2022. Applicants will be contacted to schedule a site visit after the application date and before Wednesday, September 8th. The KCCD Board of Supervisors will consider all applications at their Thursday September 9th meeting. Interested landowners are encouraged to contact the District at 509-925-3352 ext. 5 or 2211 W. Dolarway Road, Suite 4, Ellensburg. Applications are available here.

Comments Accepted for KCCD Long Range Plan through December 17, 2021

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (December 3, 2021) – The Kittitas County Conservation District is seeking public comment on the Long Range Plan (2022-2026) draft. Long range plans are required by RCW 89.08.220 and once finalized are the “authorized program of the district”.

The KCCD draft Long Range Plan is available here for review. Comments are accepted through December 17, 2021 and may be submitted by email or USPS mail. Staff will present the draft to the KCCD Board of Supervisors at the December 9 regular monthly meeting where comments will be accepted as well. The meeting agenda with participation instructions is available here.

KCCD Long Range Plan Survey

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (September 28, 2021) – The Kittitas County Conservation District is working to update the long range (5 year) plan this fall. To begin the process, a survey has been released for landowners, land managers, partners and the general public in Kittitas County. Everyone is encouraged to participate. Click here to go to the survey.

KCCD Surplus Items for Auction

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (August 20, 2021) – The Kittitas County Conservation District has listed several items on Public Surplus for auction. Click here to see items available.

KCCD Announces 2021 Small Project Cost Share Program

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (July 9, 2021) – The Kittitas County Conservation District is once again accepting applications for the Small Projects Cost Share Program. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. August 27, 2021. Applicants will be contacted to schedule a site visit after the application date and before Wednesday, September 8th. The KCCD Board of Supervisors will consider all applications at their Thursday September 9th meeting. Interested landowners are encouraged to contact the District at 509-925-3352 ext. 5 or 2211 W. Dolarway Road, Suite 4, Ellensburg. More information here. . . .

KCCD Announces Extension to April 15 for CSP Classic Applications

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (April 2, 2021) – The Kittitas County Conservation District (KCCD) announces an extension of the deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) classic applications to April 15, 2021. KCCD will continue to accept applications from interested farmers, ranchers or landowners who are encouraged to contact the District at 509-925-3352 or 2211 W. Dolarway Road, Suite 4, Ellensburg. More information here. . . .

KCCD Announces April 5 Due Date for CSP Applications

ELLENSBURG, Wash. (March 5, 2021) – The Kittitas County Conservation District (KCCD) announces April 5 as the deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) classic applications. KCCD is accepting applications immediately. Interested farmers, ranchers or landowners should contact the District at 509-925-3352 or 2211 W. Dolarway Road, Suite 4, Ellensburg. More information here. . . .