Our History

A Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a governmental subdivision of the State of Florida. The creation of districts was authorized by the Soil and Water Conservation Law, Chapter 582, Florida Statutes, enacted in 1937. There are a total of 62 districts in Florida. SWCDs provide technical assistance to land owners and residents.  Additionally, SWCDs carryout a variety of conservation, environmental and educational programs in order to protect our natural resources. SWCDs are able to provide these services through partnerships with Federal, State, Local Governments and private organizations.

Our Governing Body

The Board of Supervisors of the Broward Soil and Water Conservation District is governed by a 5-member board, all of whom are elected into office by the residents of Broward County. The office of a SWCD supervisor is nonpartisan and district wide. Candidates are elected in a general election to a 4-year term. Vacancies are filled by appointment by the remaining supervisors until the next regular election. Supervisors receive no monetary compensation for their services.

The Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor Handbook provides information on a supervisor's role and duties, meeting procedures and much more. The handbook can be downloaded from the FDACS, Office of Agricultural Water Policy website.