Oregon Soil and Water Conservation Districts zone map

Directors are elected by the electorate of Klamath County at the November General Election, which is held during even-numbered years.  Director positions are elected in staggered terms to provide continuity on the Board and maintain consistent operations.  The Klamath SWCD Board may appoint a person to fill a vacancy between elections.  Five of the seven positions are classified as zone positions and must meet the zone requirements and terms of office as specified in ORS 568.560 as follows:

• Zone directors must own or manage 10 or more acres of land in the District, be involved in the active management of that property, reside within the boundaries of the District, and be a registered voter.

An individual may serve as a zone director in lieu of land ownership or management requirements if the individual resides within the zone that is represented, has served at least one year as a Klamath SWCD Director or Associate Director and has a conservation plan approved by the Klamath SWCD Board.

The other two positions are at-large positions. To qualify for an at-large position, a person must reside in Klamath County and be a registered voter.  No land ownership or management requirements are needed for an at-large position, which is also governed by ORS 568.560.