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| Title | Soil And Water Conservation Districts Advisory Board, State |
|---|---|
| Contact Name | Terry Davis |
| Contact Title | , Chairman of the Soil and Water Conservation Districts Advisory Board |
| Contact Phone | 309-337-1671 |
| Contact Email | |
| Function |
The Board may consult and advise with qualified persons regarding state’s soil erosion and sediment control provisions of the Soil and Water Conservation Districts Act; advises Dept. of Agriculture on policy related to administration of the Act. |
| Term | 4 years, beginning 3rd Monday in January of odd-numbered years, and until successor is appointed and qualified |
| Senate Confirmation | Yes |
| Party Affiliation | N/A |
| Compensation | Mileage expense |
| Qualifications | See composition. |
| Composition |
Five appointed by the Governor: Owners & active operators of farmlands in state for 5 years, with consideration given to geographical location and soil and water conservation district experience. One Ex-Officio member to advise the board, typically from the following categories: - Director, Department of Agriculture - Director, Agricultural Extension of University of Illinois’ College of Agriculture - State Conservationist-USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service - State Executive Director-USDA Farm Service Agency |
| Chair | Elected by the board |
| Authority | 70 ILCS 405/4 |
Member Names
Name (Last, First) 
|
Term Expires | Member Since | Appointed By | Position | County |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davis, Terry | 01/19/2015 | 10/16/2000 | Governor | Chair | Warren |
| Jahraus, Dale | 01/19/2003 | 10/16/2001 | Governor | Member | Fayette |
| Johnsson, Wayne C | 01/19/2003 | 10/16/2001 | Governor | Member | Lawrence |
| Vacant | Governor | Member | None | ||
| Vacant | 01/17/2005 | 04/09/2001 | Governor | Member | None |