Land & Water Conservation
Land & Water Committee Members:
Ken Borzick
John Bennett
Larry Haygood
Dennis Fenner
Current & Upcoming Program Information:
Marquette County 2025 Groundwater Meeting: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1T2QUwmmZZ/
For The Farm:
We work with the Agricultural Community to maintain the current level of agriculture in Marquette County, while continuing to protect all natural resources.
What We Do on The Farm:
- Manure Storage Ordinance
- Nutrient Management Planning
- Nutrient Management Training Course
- Farmland Preservation
- Cost Share Grants
On The Lakeshore:
Waterfront property though small, can have large impacts on lakes and rivers. The Land & Water Conservation Department can recommend “Lake Friendly” practices for your home and yard.
What We Do On The Lakeshore:
- Construction Site Erosion Control Plans
- Storm Water Runoff Control
- Shoreline Restoration
Other Programs Offered By Our Department:
- Recycling Program
- Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation
- Marquette County Tree Sale
- Marquette County Lakes Association
- Clean Sweep Event
- Youth Education – Conservation Speaking Contest
- Conservation Poster Contest
- Wildlife Damage Program
- Stream & Groundwater Monitoring
- Healthy Lakes Grant-Application
- LWRM Plan