◈ Homepage — https://www.acrcd.org/Skip to content About Us Work With Us Projects Resources News and Events Donate Alameda County Resource Conservation District Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Mission The mission of the Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) is to provide leadership in the county and region to enhance natural resources conservation, preserve wildlife and habitat, and improve rangeland and agricultural management through partnerships, education, outreach, resource services and technical assistance to clients, and funding support. The ACRCD and NRCS are not Government oversight agencies. Maintaining the trust of the landowners and ranchers is of the utmost importance. Digging Deeper Into Compost Workshop May 29, 2026          9:30am – 1:00pm  Join the ACRCD & StopWaste for an in-person compost workshop relevant to Alameda County agricultural producers of all scales, including urban farmers. The workshop will include an equipment demo, discussion of application rates and product selection, updates from the NRCS Urban Ag office, an opportunity to network, and much more! Lunch provided. Register today! Questions? Email [email protected]  East Bay Stewardship Network The East Bay Stewardship Network website is now live! The Alameda County Resource Conservation District is a core member of the network along with John Muir Land Trust, Contra Costa Resource Conservation District, California State Parks, Contra Costa Water District, EBMUD, East Bay Regional Park District, National Park Service, Regional Parks Foundation, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, Save Mount Diablo, and UC Berkeley Natural Reserves. The Network connects stewardship practitioners around a common mission: to support thriving ecosystems and climate adaptability across our East Bay landscapes. The website includes: • Information about member organizations • Collaborative stewardship projects • Ways to get involved • NatureCheck — the first regional ecological health assessment of its kind in the East Bay The Network is involved in many projects including the East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project led by ACRCD’s very own Courtney Coon. Explore the website and learn more about the stewardship network and projects that are helping address the region’s challenges. Alameda County Clean Water Program’s Community Stewardship Grant Program The Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program is now accepting grant applications for projects focused on action that prevents stormwater pollution and enhances the health of local watersheds, creeks, and the San Francisco Bay. To learn more and apply! Visit www.cleanwaterprogram.org/grants  Deadline to apply: May 4th, 2026, 5PM (PST) All About Compost Webinar  March 26, 2026          10:00am – 12:00pm  Join the Alameda County Resource Conservation District, StopWaste, and guests for an educational workshop on compost for agricultural producers and urban farmers. Learn more about the fundamentals of compost, the Alameda County Compost for Agriculture Program (ACCAP), different compost resources, and much more! Register here! Questions? Email [email protected] Alameda County Livestock Pass Program Fire Safety Training – RSVP REQUIRED January 23, 2025        9:00 am – 1:00 PM Martinelli Center 3585 Greenville Road Livermore, CA 94550 The Alameda County Livestock Pass program provides a uniform way of identifying commercial livestock producers, owner-operators and managers to firefighting personnel, law enforcement officers, and other emergency personnel. Possession of a Livestock Pass during a wildfire or a similar disaster may allow the rancher limited emergency access to restricted areas for the purposes of: Feeding, watering, or caring for livestock sheltering in place Evacuating livestock Eligibility: Commercial Livestock Producers and Managers. Commercial is defined as 20 or more cattle, sheep, beehives, or other livestock. This does not include poultry, pets, horses, etc., but there are other services available for small farm owners. A fire safety training is required to participate in the Livestock Pass Program. This training class will be provided by CAL FIRE. This training must be completed prior to receiving your Livestock Pass. If you have already attended the CAL FIRE training in another County, this requirement is met. Provide proof of training attendance along with the required Livestock Pass documents and we will issue your Alameda County Livestock Pass. For those attending the training, passes will be issued at the meeting. BRING WITH YOU:        Filled out application, Driver’s License, one document from the list below, AND maps of all lands owned or managed, including parcels in neighboring counties, by the applicant for which disaster access is sought. An operator identification number or restricted materials permit issued by an Agricultural Commissioner. Internal Revenue Service Schedule F (Form 1040) attesting to the applicant’s Profit or Loss from Farming. Assessor’s parcel numbers confirming agricultural zoning for property(ies) upon which access is sought. Agricultural land lease documentation. Documentation attesting to the applicant’s enrollment in a Williamson Act. Documentation from the United States Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency attesting that the applicant is a commercial livestock producer. Current registration of a livestock brand with the Bureau of Livestock Identification. For more information visit: Alameda County Livestock Pass Program – Agriculture / Weights & Measures – CDA – Alameda County To RSVP contact:                 Keely Kirkman, Alameda County Livermore Ag Field Station (925) 551-5420              [email protected] IMPORTANT DEADLINE: NRCS Conservation Programs NRCS announced a national January 15, 2026, batching deadline for the first funding round of key conservation programs (EQIP, CSP, ACEP, AMA and the new Regenerative Pilot Program). This national batching date ensures producers have a clear, consistent timeline for participating in Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), and Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA). This includes NRCS’ new Regenerative Pilot Program, which provides targeted Farmer First assistance through EQIP and CSP. Updated NRCS Program Timelines All NRCS conservation programs remain continuous sign-up. Farmers and ranchers have until January 15, 2026,to apply for the first batching period. National and State Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) will follow later in the year. PL-566 and Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) opportunities remain open for sponsors based on available funding. Programs with a January 15, 2026, batching period deadline include: Agricultural Conservation Easement Program(ACEP) Environmental Quality Incentives Program(EQIP) Conservation Stewardship Program(CSP) Agricultural Management Assistance Program(AMA) New NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program(EQIP & CSP) Alameda County farmers and ranchers interested in applying for NRCS programs, email Veronica Rivera at [email protected] for general farming and ranching, and Annie Edwards at [email protected] for urban farming. For additional information about NRCS, please visit nrcs.usda.gov. Project Update: Audubon Conservation Ranching Program This year, the ACRCD continued our partnership with Audubon Conservation Ranching California (ACR) to promote bird friendly ranching in Alameda County. North American grassland birds have seen a devastating decline in population over the past half-century due to habitat degradation and land-use change. In response to this decline, Audubon’s Conservation Ranching program aims to enhance the biodiversity, productivity, and resilience of grassland ecosystems for birds and the people that depend on them. In 2024, ACRCD helped the 3 Calhoun Sisters’ Ranch become the first ACR certified ranch in Alameda County after developing the property’s habitat management plan. In 2025, ACRCD staff conducted the first year of monitoring at the 3 Calhoun Sisters’ Ranch and is working towards certification with a second local ranch. Pairing habitat management plan implementation with robust monitoring enables ranchers to control invasive species, restore native plant and bird communities, and promote local food systems. Monitoring metrics include bird populations, vegetation changes, and soil health that in-turn allows land managers to measure conservation success and market that success to consumers. With this information, informed consumers can purchase beef sourced from ranches that support bird conservation and healthy habitats. The end goal is to create value for regenerative grazing, management of rangeland that provides ecological, environmental, social, and economic benefits for local communities. To learn more about ACRCD’s work with the Audubon Conservation Ranching program, contact [email protected] or visit our website at https://acrcd.org/projects/audubon-conservation-ranching-program/. In addition to purchasing ACR certified beef, another way to support bird conservation is by participating in Audubon’s annual Christmas Bird Count. This year’s count begins December 14th and concludes January 5th – if you are interested in participating in an Alameda County Christmas Bird Count, contacts for the count leads are listed below. Christmas Bird Counts in Alameda County: Golden Gate Bird Alliance Date: 12/14/2025 Contact: Dawn Lemoine & Viviana Wolinski [email protected] Eastern Alameda County (Alameda Creek Alliance & Ohlone Audubon) Date: 12/19/2025 Contact: Derek Heins [email protected] [email protected] Hayward-Fremont Date: 12/14/2025 Contact: Bob Toleno [email protected] Photo Credit: Sydney Walsh Congratulations ACRCD Board President, Karen Sweet! The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) is proud to congratulate our Board President, Karen Sweet, and former ACRCD Vice President, the late Darrel Sweet, on being honored as the 2025 Conservationists of the Year by the California Rangeland Trust. This recognition celebrates their enduring leadership in advancing ranching, conservation, and the protection of working landscapes in Alameda County and across California. Karen and Darrel’s decision to permanently protect more than 360 acres of their ranch through a conservation easement exemplifies the stewardship values at the heart of the ACRCD’s mission to enhance natural resource conservation, preserve wildlife and habitat, and support sustainable agricultural and rangeland management. As partners—not regulators—to our local landowners and ranching community, we deeply value the trust that allows us to work collaboratively toward shared conservation goals. We commend Karen for continuing to carry forward the vision for Sweet Ranch with unwavering dedication, and we celebrate this well-deserved recognition of their legacy. Conservation Easement Webinar Video This recent workshop was designed for landowners in Alameda County interested in preserving their land and for ranchers with a vested interest in land stewardship. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of how conservation easements can benefit both the owner and the land. Experts were on hand to discuss the application process, financial incentives, and answer questions. Additionally, funding opportunities specific to Alameda County were shared. Please watch the recording of this webinar on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/se6J7k8p5HE?si=hj91ykRf2NVHA4lv Questions? Contact Ian Howell, [email protected]  Alameda County Conservation Partnership The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) collaborate as the Conservation Partnership to serve as the lead conservation agency in Alameda County. We provide technical and educational services for natural resource conservation and agriculture enhancement. The Partnership collaborates with many partners including private landowners, local, state and federal agencies and other organizations to develop and implement various conservation and agricultural strategies. The ACRCD also works closely, on a fee for service basis, with public agencies and private sector companies, to help achieve conservation based goals. Latest ACRCD News Winners Announced Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program Poster Contest April 22, 2026|0 Comments APRIL 22, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sukhnoor Sahota Alameda County Resource Conservation District [email protected] 925-453-3862   Alameda County Clean Water Program Earth Day “Litter Hurts” Poster Contest Winners to Be Displayed at Castro Valley [...] East Bay Stewardship Network March 31, 2026|0 Comments The East Bay Stewardship Network website is now live! The Alameda County Resource Conservation District is a core member of the network along with John Muir Land Trust, Contra Costa Resource Conservation District, California State [...] Announcement: 2026 Alameda County Unincorporated Area Poster Contest March 2, 2026|0 Comments The 2026 Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program Poster Contest is accepting submissions! For more information and to participate, please read the flyer and poster contest rules below. We can’t wait to see this [...] WHERE WE’RE LOCATED 3585 Greenville Road, Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 CONTACT INFORMATION ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online JOIN OUR MAILING LIST SUBSCRIBE NOW GET SOCIAL © Copyright 2026 Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Go to Top ◈ Interior Pages — 10 pages crawledBoard of Directors – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Board of Directors Home About Us Board of Directors Board of Directors Thomas 2025-11-05T13:14:59-08:00 ACRCD Board of Directors Karen Sweet President, Board of Directors Read Bio Agriculture and conservation education, promotion and collaboration have been central to Karen Sweet’s numerous professional and volunteer roles. She helped establish the California Rangeland Conservation Coalition and now is the Executive Director. Karen is a former Executive Officer of the Alameda County Resource Conservation District. Darrel, her husband, and Karen own and operate a cattle ranch in Livermore. They are active in local, state and national cattle industry and rangeland conservation leadership. Karen served as President of the California CattleWomen and continues to be active. Spare time finds Karen tending the yard and watching the wildlife. Michael Fredrich Vice President, Board of Directors Read Bio Biography coming soon! Brenda Vieux Treasurer, Board of Directors Read Bio Brenda has a rich heritage of cattle ranching the Vieux Family has been ranching for over 100 years in the East Bay. Her father shared with her and her sister at a young age the upmost importance of land stewardship and his passion for ranching. Brenda has worked in the produce industry for over 25 years and is currently the Vice President of Operations for Schwartzman Distributing brokering produce across North America. She currently serves on the Alameda County Agricultural Fair and the Alameda County Farm Burau Boards of Directors. Katie Connolly Member, Board of Directors Read Bio Katie is a fifth-generation cattle rancher in Alameda, San Joaquin and Calaveras Counties along with her younger sister and parents. She has been active in rangeland conservation efforts for most of her life, and serves on the land committee of Save Mount Diablo. Katie is also an attorney practicing international arbitration and commercial litigation for Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP. Her practice focuses on complex cross-border disputes, including international commercial and investor-state arbitration, enforcement of international awards and judgments, and complex commercial litigation in both state and federal courts. She has also taught as an adjunct professor of Global Lawyering Skills at McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California. Carol Garberson Member, Board of Directors Read Bio Carol has lived in Livermore since 1956 and has seen the dramatic change in the valley over the years. She is a retired registered dietitian, having taught nutrition at the local community colleges, and the WIC program, and as Wellness Services Director at a local non-profit senior support program after attending UC Davis and graduating from UC Berkeley. Through that work, she understands the importance of agriculture and urban agriculture to increase access to fresh produce in underserved communities. Conservation, habitat restoration, and preservation of open space, ranches, and farmlands have been key interests after watching so much of those areas covered by development. She is currently on the ACRCD board and is a lead for the Tri-Valley Native Plant Resource Team, through Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour, promoting and educating the importance of creating native habitat throughout the Bay Area to restore biodiversity and ecological balance. Dick Schneider Member, Board of Directors Read Bio Dick is a life-long conservationist. He helped write and pass numerous urban growth boundary initiatives in the Bay Area, including Alameda County’s Measure D, which protects the open lands of the county from urban sprawl and other harmful development. Dick served for 20 years as a Sierra Club representative on the Altamont Landfill Open Space Committee. He studied the nutrient cycles of high-altitude lakes at UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He holds B.A. and M.S. degrees from UCB and is co-author of Toxics A to Z: A Guide to Everyday Pollution Hazards (UC Press, 1991). Merry Carter Member, Board of Directors Read Bio Merry Carter’s family has been farming and ranching in Alameda County since 1861. Merry, along with her sisters, own the 3 Calhoun Sisters Ranch in Livermore and have been actively implementing conservation improvement projects on the ranch since 2018. Some of the projects have included monarch butterfly restoration, healthy soils, and oak tree regeneration. Their ranch was the first ranch in Alameda County to be Audubon Certified. Merry is a retired IT Operations Manager from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, has a fun post retirement job at McGrail Vineyards, and loves to travel. She currently serves on the ACRCD, Alameda County Fair Foundation, and Alameda County CattleWomen Boards of Directors. Associate Directors Are you passionate about natural resources, agriculture, or conservation? The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) is seeking Associate Directors to help guide our mission of protecting local lands and waters. This is a great opportunity to learn about conservation leadership and district programs while contributing your perspective to board discussions. Associate Directors are non-voting members and often go on to serve as full Board Directors as positions open. To learn more, contact CEO Marilyn Harvey at [email protected] Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top Archives – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Archives Home Resources Archives Archives Thomas 2019-04-30T15:53:24-07:00 Photos 2011 Verona Bridge Restoration Project California Red-legged Frog Workshop 2008 California Tiger Salamander Rancher Workshop, 2008 California Tiger Salamander Technical Workshop, 2008 Conservation Partnership at the Fair Sunol AgPark Workdays William Cann Park Planting Workdays Projects Agriculture Beginning Farmer Training Beginning Farmer Training Farmers and ranchers are some of the most important stewards of our natural resources while contributing to the economic vitality of our rural (and, increasingly, urban) communities. Yet, the average age of our agricultural producers is nearly 60, leaving many to wonder who will serve as the next generation of stewards and food producers. The Alameda County Conservation Partnership received funding to educate beginning farmers and ranchers. The Conservation Partnership facilitated: Classroom and Field based workshops Technical assistance for beginning farmers and ranchers A mentorship program, where beginning farmers and ranchers would be paired with a more experienced mentor. Through workshops , field days, technical assistance and mentorship opportunities, the Conservation Partnership, in combination with our partner organization, SAGE , provided resources and training to help build the next generation of successful and sustainable farms and ranches. Project year(s): 2011 – 2018 Project Status: Completed Primary Contact(s): Susan Ellsworth Partners: SAGE Links: Start2Farm , CA FarmLink Rangelands Rangeland Resilience Rangeland Resilience Alameda County Rangeland Resilience Pilot Project (with funding from a State Coastal Conservancy – Climate Ready grant) – Officially launched in 2015, the Rangeland Resilience Project will improve distribution of livestock water sources on public lands to enhance habitat, grazing operations, and resilience under climate stressors (e.g., drought). The Conservation Partnership is collaborating with East Bay Regional Park District , San Francisco Public Utilities Commission , and a grazing manager to develop water where it is needed for livestock to manage vegetation in the Sunol Regional Wilderness. Three spring re-development projects and associated livestock troughs have been planned. A fourth spring and at least two pond restoration projects are in development. The Project seeks to: Repair and redistribute water resources on naturalized annual grasslands in the San Francisco Bay Area’s East Bay hills, Help maintain appropriate grazing levels for rangeland ecosystem health. Provide resiliency to disturbances including climate change and drought. Above, Degraded pond and trough. Water distribution is a valuable tool for regulating grazing, as cattle movement across a landscape is closely tied to the location of water (Ganskopp 2001, Barry et al. 2016). When water is not adequately distributed, grazing may become concentrated near available water sources, while forage in areas without water may become overgrown and prone to encroachment by undesirable vegetation, reducing habitat for some wildlife (Barry et al. 2015, 2016). As water sources become less reliable in the face of predicted climate stressors, more livestock water options must be made available on California’s rangelands. Comprised of three major components, the Project is aimed at increasing resilience to climate uncertainties and improving grazing practices through: Rehabilitation and redistribution of water resources — focusing on developed springs and existing livestock ponds Monitoring of rehabilitated areas for efficacy of watering facility improvements Outreach to inform land managers of the Project outcomes, and how these outcomes might guide best management practices for grazing on naturalized annual grasslands Implementation year: 2015 – Present Project Status: Ongoing Primary Contact(s): Ian Howell Partners: SFPUC , East Bay Regional Parks Links: Grasslands Magazine , Sunol Signage Upland Watering Trough and Riparian Exclusion Fencing Upland Watering Trough and Riparian Exclusion Fencing This is one example of many similar projects that the Conservation Partnership has helped to fund, facilitate, and implement. This project site is located in the Arroyo Mocho sub-watershed on privately-owned rangeland. Water facilities for livestock are limited to lowland areas, making it difficult to distribute livestock on the property’s uplands. The creek is a primary water source in the lowlands, and livestock impacts to the riparian area decrease vegetation cover and appear to be contributing to streambank sloughing and erosion. Results of this project include: A new water source for livestock and wildlife. Improved grazing distribution. Improved riparian habitat. The project resulted in the installation of a new off-stream livestock watering trough in an upland field that has abundant forage, but limited water. The placement of the new water trough on high ground allows better grazing of available forage and provides an alternative to the creek. A riparian exclusion fence will be installed along the creek to limit livestock access to steep streambanks and to create a buffer area. Vegetation cover is being monitored, and permanent photograph monitoring points have been established. The project is supported by EPA San Francisco Bay Water Quality Improvement Fund, and the landowner. Implementation year: 2014 Project Status: Monitoring & Ongoing Primary Contact(s): Ian Howell Partners: Links: SF Bay WQI Watershed Health Altamont Creek Willow Demonstration Altamont Creek Willow Demonstration The Altamont Creek Willow Demonstration Project is one of two projects undertaken in partnership with Zone 7 Water Agency on Altamont Creek. This reach of Altamont Creek experiences streambank erosion and streambed incision that will eventually threaten infrastructure and property, including Zone 7’s service road, which also functions as a recreation path. Shelterbelt Builders, Inc. was contracted to harvest willows and use the cuttings to plant stakes, poles, and fascines at critical out-bends according to designs developed by ACRCD and NRCS technical staff in collaboration with Zone 7 Water Agency. Some of the live willow plantings have survived and rooted, increasing streambank stability and providing structure even where plantings have not survived. Implementation occurred from January 11-15, 2016. Harvesting was conducted on Contra Costa County Flood Control property in North Richmond, California (Wildcat Creek) with permission from the County and from East Bay Regional Parks District (EBRPD), which maintains a trail right-of-way adjacent to harvest areas. ACRCD and NRCS staff oversaw harvesting and installation. Assessments of plant growth and streambank stability have been ongoing throughout 2016 and 2017, and permanent photograph monitoring points have been established. The project was supported by EPA San Francisco Bay Water Quality Improvement Fund grant no. W9-00T94801 and Zone 7 Water Agency. Arroyo de la Laguna Projects Arroyo de la Laguna Above, Pre construction B Terms – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Terms Home Terms Terms Thomas 2019-02-08T14:11:56-08:00 Alameda County Resource Conservation District Terms of Use These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of Alameda County Resource Conservation District’s Website. Alameda County Resource Conservation District is located at: Martinelli Center 3585 Greenville Road, Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 By accessing this website we assume you accept these terms and conditions in full. Do not continue to use Alameda County Resource Conservation District’s website if you do not accept all of the terms and conditions stated on this page. The following terminology applies to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Statement and Disclaimer Notice and any or all Agreements: “Client”, “You” and “Your” refers to you, the person accessing this website and accepting the Company’s terms and conditions. “The Company”, “Ourselves”, “We”, “Our” and “Us”, refers to our Company. “Party”, “Parties”, or “Us”, refers to both the Client and ourselves, or either the Client or ourselves. All terms refer to the offer, acceptance and consideration of payment necessary to undertake the process of our assistance to the Client in the most appropriate manner, whether by formal meetings of a fixed duration, or any other means, for the express purpose of meeting the Client’s needs in respect of provision of the Company’s stated services/products, in accordance with and subject to, prevailing law of USA. Any use of the above terminology or other words in the singular, plural, capitalization and/or he/she or they, are taken as interchangeable and therefore as referring to same. Cookies We employ the use of cookies. By using Alameda County Resource Conservation District’s website you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with Alameda County Resource Conservation District’s privacy policy. Most of the modern day interactive web sites use cookies to enable us to retrieve user details for each visit. Cookies are used in some areas of our site to enable the functionality of this area and ease of use for those people visiting. Some of our affiliate / advertising partners may also use cookies. License Unless otherwise stated, Alameda County Resource Conservation District and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on Alameda County Resource Conservation District. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may view and/or print pages from https://acrcd.org for your own personal use subject to restrictions set in these terms and conditions. You must not: Republish material from https://acrcd.org Sell, rent or sub-license material from https://acrcd.org Reproduce, duplicate or copy material from https://acrcd.org Redistribute content from Alameda County Resource Conservation District (unless content is specifically made for redistribution). Hyperlinking to our Content The following organizations may link to our Web site without prior written approval: Government agencies; Search engines; News organizations; Online directory distributors when they list us in the directory may link to our Web site in the same manner as they hyperlink to the Web sites of other listed businesses; and Systemwide Accredited Businesses except soliciting non-profit organizations, charity shopping malls, and charity fundraising groups which may not hyperlink to our Web site. These organizations may link to our home page, to publications or to other Web site information so long as the link: (a) is not in any way misleading; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement or approval of the linking party and its products or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party’s site. We may consider and approve in our sole discretion other link requests from the following types of organizations: commonly-known consumer and/or business information sources such as Chambers of Commerce, American Automobile Association, AARP and Consumers Union; dot.com community sites; associations or other groups representing charities, including charity giving sites, online directory distributors; internet portals; accounting, law and consulting firms whose primary clients are businesses; and educational institutions and trade associations. We will approve link requests from these organizations if we determine that: (a) the link would not reflect unfavorably on us or our accredited businesses (for example, trade associations or other organizations representing inherently suspect types of business, such as work-at-home opportunities, shall not be allowed to link); (b)the organization does not have an unsatisfactory record with us; (c) the benefit to us from the visibility associated with the hyperlink outweighs the absence of link is in the context of general resource information or is otherwise consistent with editorial content in a newsletter or similar product furthering the mission of the organization. These organizations may link to our home page, to publications or to other Web site information so long as the link: (a) is not in any way misleading; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement or approval of the linking party and it products or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party’s site. If you are among the organizations listed in paragraph 2 above and are interested in linking to our website, you must notify us by sending an e-mail to info [at] lvscience.org. Please include your name, your organization name, contact information (such as a phone number and/or e-mail address) as well as the URL of your site, a list of any URLs from which you intend to link to our Web site, and a list of the URL(s) on our site to which you would like to link. Allow 2-3 weeks for a response. Approved organizations may hyperlink to our Web site as follows: By use of our corporate name; or By use of the uniform resource locator (Web address) being linked to; or By use of any other description of our Web site or material being linked to that makes sense within the context and format of content on the linking party’s site. No use of Alameda County Resource Conservation District’s logo or other artwork will be allowed for linking absent a trademark license agreement. Iframes Without prior approval and express written permission, you may not create frames around our Web pages or use other techniques that alter in any way the visual presentation or appearance of our Web site. Reservation of Rights We reserve the right at any time and in its sole discretion to request that you remove all links or any particular link to our Web site. You agree to immediately remove all links to our Web site upon such request. We also reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions and its linking policy at any time. By continuing to link to our Web site, you agree to be bound to and abide by these linking terms and conditions. Removal of links from our website I Join Our Team – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Join Our Team Home About Us Join Our Team Join Our Team Thomas 2026-02-02T12:56:42-08:00 Alameda County Resource Conservation District Employment Opportunities The Alameda County Resource Conservation District is proud of its talented and dedicated conservation professionals. From time to time, there may be openings at the ACRCD. We also occasionally have full-time and part-time, seasonal opportunities. You are welcome to submit your resume to our Human Resources department at [email protected] at any time. Current Opportunities The Alameda County Resource Conservation District seeks motivated applicants ready for hands-on training and field work to join our Living Arroyos internship program . Restoration Interns assist with Living Arroyos restoration projects along Tri-Valley stream reaches including tasks such as invasive species removal, watering plantings, installing native plants, monitoring plant survival, and hosting volunteer trash cleanup events. The position provides an opportunity to learn riparian restoration techniques, maintenance techniques, leadership, and outreach skills. Interns are also exposed to a variety of other conservation projects through the ACRCD, including urban farm maintenance, soil monitoring, vegetation monitoring, wildlife surveys, and additional ACRCD outreach events. Click here for the full job announcement. Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Home Projects East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Thomas 2025-12-12T12:49:54-08:00 East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Every year, wildlife in the East Bay attempt to cross busy highways like I-580, I-680, and CA-84, roads that divide natural habitats and create dangerous barriers for animals and people alike. Collisions can be deadly, contribute to declining wildlife populations, and pose a serious public safety risk. These challenges are intensified by climate change, which forces animals to move in response to wildfires, drought, and floods in the short term, and long-term shifts in climate and habitat over time. As development expands and conditions continue to change, safe passageways are becoming more important than ever. In 2018, with support from the Altamont Landfill Open Space Committee and in partnership with the UC Davis Road Ecology Center, the Alameda County Resource Conservation District began collecting data to better understand how animals move across our landscape. This early research laid the foundation for a Wildlife Conservation Board grant awarded in 2023 to launch a 3.5-year planning effort focused on improving wildlife connectivity in the East Bay. We are working to identify four priority locations where new wildlife crossings, such as underpasses or overpasses paired with wildlife-friendly fencing, could reconnect habitat and reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions. Three of these crossing sites will move forward through the Caltrans project development process, with the goal of reaching the 65 percent design level during the grant period. Projects at this stage are often considered “shovel-ready,” meaning engineered designs and environmental review are largely complete and prepared for future construction funding. Below is a map showing the general areas currently under review as potential crossing locations. Site selection is ongoing and includes scientific modeling, community input, agency coordination, and consultation with Tribal partners. To stay updated on project milestones, upcoming meetings, and opportunities to get involved, join our mailing list. Primary Contact(s) East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Crossings Project Partners Alameda County Transportation Commission Caltrans California Department of Fish & Wildlife Dudek Mark Thomas UC Davis Road Ecology Center STAY INFORMED * indicates required Email Address * First Name * Last Name * Organization * Please Type "General" for Public Interest Job Title * Please Type "Public" If Not Associated With An Organization Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top East Bay Stewardship Network – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: East Bay Stewardship Network Home Uncategorized East Bay Stewardship Network Previous Next East Bay Stewardship Network View Larger Image The East Bay Stewardship Network website is now live! The Alameda County Resource Conservation District is a core member of the network along with John Muir Land Trust, Contra Costa Resource Conservation District, California State Parks, Contra Costa Water District, EBMUD, East Bay Regional Park District, National Park Service, Regional Parks Foundation, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, Save Mount Diablo, and UC Berkeley Natural Reserves. The Network connects stewardship practitioners around a common mission: to support thriving ecosystems and climate adaptability across our East Bay landscapes. The website includes: • Information about member organizations • Collaborative stewardship projects • Ways to get involved • NatureCheck — the first regional ecological health assessment of its kind in the East Bay The Network is involved in many projects including the East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project led by ACRCD’s very own Courtney Coon. Explore the website and learn more about the stewardship network and projects that are helping address the region’s challenges. By Sukhnoor | 2026-03-31T14:27:32-07:00 March 31, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments Share This Story, Choose Your Platform! Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn WhatsApp Tumblr Pinterest Vk Email About the Author: Sukhnoor Related Posts Winners Announced Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program Poster Contest Winners Announced Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program Poster Contest Urban Farm Pilot Working On 5-10 Year City Land Leases Gallery Urban Farm Pilot Working On 5-10 Year City Land Leases Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program Poster Contest Gallery Alameda County Unincorporated Area Clean Water Program Poster Contest Project Update: Brushy Peak Gallery Project Update: Brushy Peak Presentation: East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Gallery Presentation: East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Leave A Comment Cancel reply Comment For security, use of Google's reCAPTCHA service is required which is subject to the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . I agree to these terms (required). Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top Board Meetings – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Board Meetings Home News and Events Board Meetings Board Meetings Thomas 2026-04-20T17:32:58-07:00 Board of Directors Meetings Alameda County Resource Conservation District Board of Directors meetings are regularly held the fourth Thursday of each month and are open to members of the public. Please check see below for future meeting dates, times and agendas. Board Meetings will be held on Thursday’s (see below for dates) at 6:00 p.m. at the District Office, 3585 Greenville Rd., Livermore, CA. Board Meeting Agendas You can download and read the agendas on this page. You will need Adobe Acrobat® Reader or a browser with a compatible plug-in in order to read them. 2026 January 22, 2026 Board Agenda February 26, 2026 Board Agenda March 26, 2026 Board Agenda April 23, 2026 Board Agenda May 28, 2026 Board Agenda June 25, 2026 Board Agenda July 23, 2026 Board Agenda August 27, 2026 Board Agenda September 24, 2026 Board Agenda October 22, 2026 Board Agenda November 26, 2026 Board Agenda December 17, 2026 Board Agenda 2025 January 23, 2025 Board Agenda February 27, 2025 – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items March 27, 2025 April 24, 2025 – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items May 22, 2025 June 26, 2025 July 24, 2025 August 28, 2025 – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items September 25, 2025 October 23, 2025 November 20, 2025 – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items December 8, 2025 2024 December 16, 2024 Board Agenda November 25, 2024 Board Agenda October 28 2024 ACRCD Board Agenda September 23, 2024 Board Agenda August 26, 2024 Board Agenda – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items July 22, 2024 Board Agenda June 24, 2024 Board Agenda May 20, 2024 Board Agenda – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items April 22, 2024 Board Agenda March 25, 2024 Board Agenda February 26, 2024 Board Agenda – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items January 22, 2024 Board Agenda Past Board Meeting Agendas 2023 December 18, 2023 Board Agenda November 27, 2023 Board Agenda October 23, 2023 Board Agenda September 25, 2023 Board Agenda August 28, 2023 Board Agenda July 24, 2023 Board Agenda June 26, 2023 Board Agenda May 22, 2023 Board Agenda April 24, 2023 Board Agenda – Cancelled due to lack of agenda items March 27, 2023 Board Agenda February 27, 2023 Board Meeting – Cancelled January 23, 2023 Board Agenda 2022 December 19, 2022 Board Agenda November 28, 2022 Board Agenda October 24, 2022 Board Agenda September 26, 2022 Board Agenda August 22, 2022 Board Agenda July 25, 2022 Board Meeting – Cancelled June 27, 2022 Board Agenda May 23, 2022 Board Agenda April 25, 2022 Board Meeting – Cancelled March 28, 2022 Board Agenda February 28, 2022 Board Meeting – Cancelled January 24, 2022 Board Agenda 2021 December 20, 2021 Board Agenda – Cancelled due to lack of quorum December 7, 2021 Board Agenda November 22, 2021 Board Agenda October 25, 2021 Board Agenda September 27, 2021 Board Agenda August 23, 2021 Board Agenda June 28, 2021 Board agenda May 17, 2021 Board Agenda April 19, 2021 Board Agenda March 19, 2021 Board Agenda February 16, 2021 Board Agenda 2020 December 21, 2020 Board Agenda November 16, 2020 Board Agenda October 19, 2020 Board Agenda September 21, 2020 Board Agenda August 17, 2020 Board Agenda July 20, 2020 Board Agenda June 29, 2020 Board Agenda May 18, 2020 Board Agenda April 20, 2020 Board Agenda March 29, 2020 Board Agenda February 24, 2020 Board Agenda January 9, 2020 Board Agenda 2019 August 2019 Board Agenda July 2019 Board Agenda June 2019 Board Agenda May 2019 Board Agenda March 2019 Board Agenda February 2019 Board Agenda January 2019 Boa rd Agenda 2018 December 2018 Board Agenda November 2018 Board Agenda September 2018 Board Agenda August 2018 Board Agenda June 2018 Board Agenda May 2018 Board Agenda April 2018 Board Agenda March (2) 2018 Board Agenda March 2018 Board Agenda March 1, 2018 Executive Committee Special Meeting Agenda January 2018 Board Agenda 2017 December 2017 Board Agenda October 2017 Board Agenda September 2017 Board Agenda August 28, 2017 Special Board Meeting Agenda June 2017 Board Agenda May 2017 Board Agenda March 27, 2017 Special Board Meeting Agenda March 2017 Board Agenda February 2017 Board Agenda 2016 November 2016 Board Agenda October 2016 Board Agenda September 2016 Board Agenda July 2016 Board Agenda June 2016 Board Agenda April 2016 Board Agenda March 2016 Board Agenda February 2016 Board Agenda 2015 December 2015 Board Agenda October 2015 Board Agenda September 2015 Board Agenda August 2015 Board Agenda July 2015 Board Agenda Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top Technical Assistance – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Technical Assistance Home Work With Us Technical Assistance Technical Assistance Thomas 2019-08-13T15:33:29-07:00 Technical Assistance The Conservation Partnership collaborates with many partners including local, state, and federal agencies, organizations, and individuals to develop and implement a wide variety of conservation and agricultural strategies. The foundation of our collaboration is the development of sound Conservation Plans covering regions, areas, watersheds and individual parcels of land. Serving as the link between landowners and public agencies and other organizations, we take leadership when necessary to get complex or controversial projects implemented by working in the middle. We seek opportunities to demonstrate progressive conservation techniques and facilitate the use of locally-appropriate and voluntary solutions to resource and agricultural challenges throughout Alameda County. Biological and Habitat Assessments Biological assessments document species that exist within survey areas. They are often required when conducting conservation projects. This includes: Habitat Related Work Habitat assessments and wildlife surveys for rare and listed species including CA Red-legged Frogs and CA Tiger Salamanders Botanical surveys Residual dry matter and productivity assessments on range lands Restoration Project Planning and Implementation Special status plant and animal species habitats Streambank restoration projects Planting plan development Livestock pond restoration Financial Support Through the Farm Bill and NRCS, farmers, ranchers, and land managers can apply for cost-share funding to promote projects with agricultural production and environmental quality as compatible goals. Funding is also available through the RCD for conservation projects. View our Funding Opportunities webpage for a more detailed description of other forms of financial support. Examples of eligible projects include: Rangeland Management (cross-fencing, water developments, pipelines, tanks, troughs, prescribed grazing) Cropland Management (water conservation, cover crop, pest management) Wildlife Habitat improvement (pond enhancements, habitat management) Carbon Farm Planning and Implementation Download EQIP Application Rangeland and Grazing Management The RCD and NRCS can provide technical assistance on rangelands and grazing management. With our expertise in rangeland management we can provide assistance with a variety of rangeland ecology services. Grazing Plans Development of grazing plans by range conservationists with interdisciplinary expertise under guidance of a State-Certified Range Manager. Infrastructure Improvements Water resources and development – stock ponds & water troughs Fencing and infrastructure improvements. Rangeland Health and Corresponding Management Assessment of plant composition and cover, including rare and invasive species Assessment of erosion, riparian condition, and other soil and water quality parameters Recommendations for stocking rate, timing, and other management practices Residual dry matter (RDM) and productivity monitoring Compliance with lease and regulatory requirements Watershed Health Storm water management Upland habitat restoration Stream and pond enhancement/improvements Watershed health assessments Mitigation assistance for watershed projects Engineering The NRCS offers engineering services including assistance with restoration and construction projects among others. Restoration Project Planning Stream restoration, stream bank protection and stream crossing improvements Livestock pond design, repair and restoration for livestock and habitat improvement Construction Project Planning and Oversight Quantity and cost estimates Grading models Preparation of construction documents Phase I Environmental Review Construction inspections Other Engineering Services Topographic and geomorphological surveys and measurements Engineering hydrologic and hydraulic calculations for sizing of water facilities and control structures Other Technical Skills Conservation planning projects Livestock operations, row crops, vineyards, hedgerows, watersheds Conservation Plans Best management practices to address erosion control, water quality, air quality, animal health, and species diversity GIS mapping and analysis GPS data collection and analysis Oversight of Public Works related contracts Preparation of construction documents and development of RFPs, oversight of public bid process, contract oversight and management Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top Horse Keeping Guide – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Horse Keeping Guide Home Horse Keeping Guide Horse Keeping Guide Jennifer 2023-07-19T12:44:19-07:00 Horse Keeping Guide for the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Horse Manure Management Guide Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top Donate – Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Skip to content About Us Board of Directors Staff Partners History Photo Gallery Contact Us Join Our Team Work With Us Permitting Technical Assistance Funding Opportunities Get Involved Projects Audubon Conservation Ranching Program Carbon Farming Clean Water Outreach Program Compost for Ag East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project Living Arroyos Sunol AgPark Ag Park Education Urban Agriculture Western Pond Turtle Conservation Wildlife-Friendly Ponds Resources Alameda County Watershed Map Annual & Financial Reports Archives Flood Resources Fire CDFA Healthy Soils Program Conservation Resources Species Education Horse Keeping and Manure Management Guides News and Events Calendar of Events Press and Announcements Board Meetings Committee Meetings Newsletter Donate Search for: Search for: Donate Home Donate Donate Jennifer 2025-12-19T17:19:11-08:00 Support the Alameda County Resource Conservation District The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) works every day to protect the natural resources that sustain our communities—our water, soil, wildlife, habitat, and working lands. With only about 15% of our budget coming from local taxes, we rely almost entirely on private donations, competitive grants, and service contracts to offer these vital services. Your support ensures Alameda County remains a place where natural resources—and the communities and economies that depend on them—can thrive for generations to come. Why Donate to the ACRCD? Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) are known for their efficiency and impact. We combine and leverage funding from diverse sources, operate with minimal overhead, and complete work at-cost. Your contribution directly strengthens this impact! Your Gift Supports: Expanding current conservation projects , including: Western Pond Turtle Research East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Urban Agriculture Mini-Grants Technical workshops and education On-the-ground restoration and resource management , delivered in partnership with farmers, ranchers, volunteers, schools, public agencies, and underserved communities. Continuing and growing projects after grant funding ends like Monarch Conservation . With your help, we can broaden the reach of our projects , technical assistance services , and educational workshops across Alameda County. Two Ways to Donate: 1. Donate by Mail Please make checks payable to: Alameda County Resource Conservation District Attn: Accounting Department 3585 Greenville Rd, Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550 2. Donate Online Your Donation Is Tax Deductible The ACRCD can receive tax-deductible contributions under IRS Code Section 170(c)(1). Contributions to governmental entities are deductible up to 50% of the taxpayer’s adjusted gross income. Federal Tax I.D. #94-2216653 . Your Investment Matters When you give to the ACRCD, you are investing in a healthier, more resilient environment; strong community partnerships; science-based solutions for conservation; and the long-term sustainability of Alameda County’s natural resources. Together, we can ensure a thriving environment—today and for future generations. Thank you for supporting conservation in Alameda County. Where We’re Located 3585 Greenville Road , Suite 2 Livermore, CA 94550-6710 Contact Information ACRCD Phone: 925-453-3863 NRCS Phone: 925-371-0154 Contact Us Online Join Our Mailing List Subscribe Now Get Social © Copyright Alameda County Resource Conservation District | Privacy | Terms of Use Page load link Go to Top