About Our Board
The Midland Conservation District is self-governed by a locally elected, five-member board of volunteer directors who serve four year term. Non-voting associate directors may be selected by the MCD Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors make decisions regarding the District’s programs and activities, and the hiring of qualified staff.
The board meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at the USDA Service Center at 954 E. Isabella Rd, Midland MI 48640.
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, our meetings are not currently being held at this location. Refer to our home page for regular venue updates.
All board meetings are open to the public, and members of the community are encouraged to attend.
The Board of Directors make decisions regarding the District’s programs and activities, and the hiring of qualified staff.
The board meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at the USDA Service Center at 954 E. Isabella Rd, Midland MI 48640.
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, our meetings are not currently being held at this location. Refer to our home page for regular venue updates.
All board meetings are open to the public, and members of the community are encouraged to attend.
Current Board Members
Becky Trudgen | Board Chair
I am a lifelong resident of the Saginaw Valley. I retired from teaching at Merrill Community Schools and would like to get more involved in volunteer and community work. The Conservation District is a good fit because I love being out in nature, caring for our natural resources and planting trees for future generations to enjoy. I especially like the district's focus on education and believe I can help make a positive impact.
I am a lifelong resident of the Saginaw Valley. I retired from teaching at Merrill Community Schools and would like to get more involved in volunteer and community work. The Conservation District is a good fit because I love being out in nature, caring for our natural resources and planting trees for future generations to enjoy. I especially like the district's focus on education and believe I can help make a positive impact.
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Kevin Mudd | Board Member
Kevin was born and raised in Midland County, and has been employed at the Midland County Road Commission for 21 years. His family was involved in 4-H for 12 years, and operates a family crop/livestock farm; they are currently working toward a Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) certification. Kevin believes in the importance of soil conservation and is motivated to do his part to preserve the land for future generations. |
Joseph Hodder| Board Member
I am relatively new to Midland County, having moved here at the end of 2022. I grew up in the tri-cities and have worked in agricultural research for Michigan Sugar Company since 2012. I am a Certified Crop Advisor, Commercial Spray Applicator, and have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from SVSU. I took a new position with Star of the West in October. I am a hunter, fisherman, gardener, and all-around outdoor enthusiast. I am interested in learning about others' perspectives regarding the conservation of our land and waterways, as well as providing my perspective to the board of directors. I’d like to get involved with the community and the various projects in which Midland Conservation District participates.
I am relatively new to Midland County, having moved here at the end of 2022. I grew up in the tri-cities and have worked in agricultural research for Michigan Sugar Company since 2012. I am a Certified Crop Advisor, Commercial Spray Applicator, and have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from SVSU. I took a new position with Star of the West in October. I am a hunter, fisherman, gardener, and all-around outdoor enthusiast. I am interested in learning about others' perspectives regarding the conservation of our land and waterways, as well as providing my perspective to the board of directors. I’d like to get involved with the community and the various projects in which Midland Conservation District participates.
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David Ruhle | Vice Chair
David was born and raised in the Midland area community on a family farm. He is a retired bridge builder and has experience involved with structural engineering. David is close to the environment and conservation daily, and is involved in gardening, farming, and managing a cow-calf operation. David desires to help build a stronger community with the Midland Conservation District. |
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Amy Klopf | Board Member Treasurer
Amy is a teacher at Coleman Elementary School. She is currently teaching 5th & 6th grade Science and Literacy. She has been teaching for 19 years with 11 of them in Coleman. Recently, she worked with CMU/Belle Isle on a fellowship based on Place and Project Based Learning as well as U of M on the topic of sustainability. Currently, she is working alongside the Agriculture/8th grade STEM Teacher, Eric Fischer to develop a Forest Lab near the school. Amy is the mother of two boys, Ty-16 and Parker-10. She has been married to her husband Chad for 19 years and has developed a strong bond with the Coleman Community as not just members of it but as coaches for the high school teams as well as community youth teams. |
Associate Board Members
Pam Hall | Associate Board Member
Pam has lived in Midland County for over 40 years, where she raised her children and now serves on City Council. She has produced Earth News for MCTV during her first 2 year term on City Council. She has been a massage therapist for nearly 30 years, having also studied nutrition and integrative medicine prior to becoming a licensed therapist. She is interested in promoting education for the Midland Conservation District such as conservation and restoration of the land, helping provide resources so that others can learn how to cultivate their own gardens, and help farmers learn how to restore ecosystems in the Midland County area.
Dan Henton | Associate Board Member
Dan has lived in Midland for over 40 years and retired from Dow 7 years ago; he know works for Michigan State University. Dan was raised in Missouri, where his father always grew a garden and helped foster an early appreciation for conservation and agriculture. Dan is interested in providing resources to people who want to develop their own gardens and make efficient use of the space available to them. He supports efforts towards more sustainable farming practices, and is interested in helping the District become involved in STEM education activities and support efforts towards more sustainable farming practices.
Pam has lived in Midland County for over 40 years, where she raised her children and now serves on City Council. She has produced Earth News for MCTV during her first 2 year term on City Council. She has been a massage therapist for nearly 30 years, having also studied nutrition and integrative medicine prior to becoming a licensed therapist. She is interested in promoting education for the Midland Conservation District such as conservation and restoration of the land, helping provide resources so that others can learn how to cultivate their own gardens, and help farmers learn how to restore ecosystems in the Midland County area.
Dan Henton | Associate Board Member
Dan has lived in Midland for over 40 years and retired from Dow 7 years ago; he know works for Michigan State University. Dan was raised in Missouri, where his father always grew a garden and helped foster an early appreciation for conservation and agriculture. Dan is interested in providing resources to people who want to develop their own gardens and make efficient use of the space available to them. He supports efforts towards more sustainable farming practices, and is interested in helping the District become involved in STEM education activities and support efforts towards more sustainable farming practices.
Upcoming Board Meetings
All board meetings are open to the public and are held the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm.
Refer to our home page for updates, or Contact us for more information.
Refer to our home page for updates, or Contact us for more information.
Want to get involved? We are seeking volunteers and Associate Board Members! Contact Us to learn more ways to become involved with the District.