Big Springs

Resource Conservation & Development Council

Area Plan

2009-2013

Serving Butler, Carter, Reynolds, Ripley, and Wayne Counties in Missouri

I. Introduction

This long-range plan for Big Springs Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Council Area, Inc. was developed by soliciting public input through a survey of Conservation District Boards, County Commissions, Chambers of Commerce, City Councils, Partnering agency personnel, Big Springs RC&D Council members, and the public in the 5 county area served by the Big Springs RC&D.  In addition to the survey results, local Council members provided guidance to the development of this plan. 

The purpose of this plan is to provide a strategic direction of the organization.  The Council is strong, yet more efforts are needed to ensure a strong sustainable organization that serves the communities in our area. 

 Congress passed the Food and Agricultural Act of 1962, which authorized Resource Conservation and Development Areas.  The purpose of the act was to expand opportunities for conservation districts, local units of government, and individuals to improve their communities in multi-county areas.  This included assistance in enhancing the economic, environmental and social well being of the RC&D Areas.  Currently, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service administers the RC&D program.  This document serves as an agreement between NRCS and the Big Springs Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc.

 II. Organizational Overview

 A. Vision Statement:

 The Council believes that it must give future generations a model of progress by which to live that best provides a common link between people and their natural resources.  The Big Springs RC&D hopes each generation will compliment the other through wise management procedures implemented for future citizens of our area.

 B.  Mission Statement:

 The Big Springs RC&D was created to provide an avenue for people to work together to develop and carry out an action oriented plan for the social, economic and environmental betterment of our area. 

The purpose of the Big Springs RC&D is to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations with a local grass roots approach using area human and natural resources with sustainable results.

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