What's Being Discussed
The West Kauai Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is holding its monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM. The meeting takes place in person at the National Tropical Botanical Garden Education Room in Kalaheo and is also available via Zoom.

Financial update from the Treasurer
Reports from conservation staff on field visits, outreach, training, and ongoing projects
Updates on federal farm programs (such as EQIP and CSP) administered through the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Planning for an Agricultural Resource Fair (tentatively October 22nd or 29th)
Updates on grants related to feral swine fencing, technical assistance, and other funding sources
Discussion of a Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers Conference booth and upcoming community events
Progress on celebrating 75 years of Kauai SWCDs, including a 2028 conference
Office space and employee management updates

Decisions Expected

Acceptance of previous meeting minutes and treasurer's report
Nominations for the 2026 Water Conservationist of the Year (vote planned for September)
Vote on splitting the $750 cost of a conference booth with East Kauai SWCD
Approval of new cooperator agreements and conservation plans
Scheduling and location for the 2026 Annual Dinner

Who Should Pay Attention

Farmers and landowners on West Kauai interested in conservation programs or funding
Community members interested in local land and water stewardship
Anyone wishing to nominate someone for Water Conservationist of the Year
Volunteers interested in helping at upcoming events

Written testimony may be submitted to ewkswcd@gmail.com at least 24 hours before the meeting. For disability accommodations, contact staff at least 2 business days in advance at (808) 346-0691.