Umatilla County's SWCD Manager Earns State Award
Kyle Waggoner, manager for the Umatilla County Soil and Water Conservation District, will receive the Conservation Catalyst Land Board Award in Salem.
The State Land Board Awards, presented annually since 2004, recognize contributions to Oregon's waterways, wetlands, and lands. The awards will be presented by the Oregon governor, secretary of state, and state treasurer on October 14.
Waggoner's work connects rural landowners and irrigators with agencies like the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and the Oregon Departments of Fish and Wildlife and State Lands.
The Oregon governor, secretary of state, and state treasurer present the awards.
Awarded for his pivotal role, Waggoner's recognition is a testament to his dedication to conservation efforts.
Author's summary: Kyle Waggoner receives award for conservation efforts.