Acquire vacant and abandoned tax delinquent property, and market that property to individuals, developers and non-profit agencies for development.

Offers technical and financial help to reduce soil erosion, prevent water pollution, and maintain and improve the quality and productivity of farmlands, forests, and other natural resources in Kenton County, Kentucky.

Provides technical assistance to landowners, units of government, and schools on the establishment of erosion control practices and water management.

Educates the public about the importance of saving this important resource. Assists farmers and local officials with their farmland protection efforts and hosts an annual farmland preservation summit. Implements the Clean Ohio Agricultural Easement Purchase Program, the Ohio Agricultural Easement Donation Partnership Program, the Ohio Agricultural Easement Donation Program, and provides technical assistance to communities implementing the Agricultural Security Area program.

Tasked to apply for grant monies only available to communities with land banks. Homeowners with vacant properties on either side of their owner-occupied home may purchase a Richland County Land Bank property as per the current pricing guidelines.

Provides sanctuaries for rare plants and animals in areas restricted to bird watching, hiking, nature study and photography. Permits may be required to access certain areas, especially for research and off-trail activities.

Oversees the public building, land and park regulations and permits for the city.

Offers soil erosion control and stormwater evaluation assistance for housing sites, commercial construction and lot splits. Provides education assistance to the public on stormwater issues in Lorain County. Sells various native plants.

Provides assistance to landowners in most phases of soil and water conservation, planning and engineering. Services include:tile drainage, erosion control structure, ponds, drainage ditches, animal waste facilities, dikes, pumps, sod filter strips and surface drainage, farm planning, educational programs, and district projects such as seedling tree and windbreak program, fish sale; Also assists with county ditch maintenance program

Assist landowners with natural resource guidance and engineering improvements. On behalf of the Richland County Commissioners; manage the county stormwater and erosion control regulations permit generated; manage NPDS (National Pollutant Discharge System) Permit Program of Ohio EPA Reporting. Administer Pollution Abatement Program to all crop and animal producers to find solutions for non-point source pollution.

Provides financial and technical assistance and easement programs for conservation on working lands. Services include: assistance with planning goals for farming projects, developing conservation plans, and filing applications for agency programs.

Provides the Welcome Home Program (Residential) for people and organizations interested in acquiring residential property. Offers The Building for Business Program (Commercial) for people and organizations interested in acquiring commercial property.

Offers technical and financial assistance to reduce soil erosion, prevent water pollution, and maintain and improve the quality and productivity of farmlands, forests, and other natural resources in Grant County, Kentucky.

Inspects and monitors drainage and sediment regulations on construction sites in Cuyahoga County in order to prevent pollution from storm water runoff and soil erosion. Offers technical assistance to developers, land owners, and municipalities in order to ensure compliance with state and federal permits such as: road layouts, stream, and wetlands protection, proper stream crossings, slope stability, natural resource inventory, and suggested site layout. Conducts and makes available county-wide soil surveys which may be of use to potential property buyers who need information on potential pollutant and/or water table information and to landowners when looking to site a building or before entering a lease for oil and gas drilling. Provides Watershed Coordinators who work in specific watershed areas to evaluate problems and then implement action plans to improve the watershed by working with all stakeholders of the watershed area. Additional information may also be provided regarding soil types, soil health and soil assessment.

Provides leadership and services that enable Ohioans to conserve, protect, and enhance soil, water, and land resources.

Consults with non-farm rural landowners on a variety of land use concerns, including soil information, drainage and erosion problems, as well as wetland issues.

The Preble County Historical Society acquires, protects, and maintains for the enjoyment and edification of the current and future generations buildings, structures, objects, sites, or entire districts that have historical, archeological, conservation & environmental projects, hiking trails or cultural significance.

Operates as a non-profit conservation organization dedicated to preserving land throughout Northern Ohio. Works with landowners, communities, government agencies, and other non-profit organizations to protect natural areas and working landscapes.

Protects natural areas with ecological and/or geological significance. State nature preserves are not parks. Instead, they are sanctuaries for rare plants and animals. For this reason, preserves are suited for minimum impact activities such as birdwatching, hiking, nature study and photography but not picnicking or camping.

Offers information and educational materials on a variety of topics including: - Erosion and sediment control. - Drainage problems. - Stream bank erosion/restoration. - Soils. - Wetland. - Conservation easements. - Animal waste management/pollution abatement. - Farm conservation planning. - Equine management. - Woodland management. - Riparian setback ordinance interpretation and variance assistance.

Provides water quality education non-point source pollution education and technical assistance with conservation practices such as filter strips, windbreaks and wetlands. Funding is available through the Farm Bills programs. Also provides consultations on natural resource reviews for landowners and local governments. Services include environmental education programs, homeowner conservation practice assistance and the Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission.

Provides financial and technical assistance and easement programs for conservation on working lands. Services include: assistance with planning goals for farming projects, developing conservation plans, and filing applications for agency programs.

Offers technical assistance to developers, landowners, and municipalities related to floodplain management, drainage, erosion control, and pond construction. Makes available countywide soil surveys which may be of use to potential property buyers who need information on potential pollutant and/or water table information.

Provides financial and technical assistance and easement programs for conservation on working lands. Services include: assistance with planning goals for farming projects, developing conservation plans, and filing applications for agency programs.

Provides assistance on conservation practices and improvement of soil and water resources to all Medina County land users through educational workshops, technical assistance, on-farm visits and cost share programs to encourage good stewardship. Sells tree seedlings and fish fingerlings. Offers soil testing.