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The acronym "RC&D" is
short for Resource Conservation and Development. RC&D is a unique process
that helps people protect and develop their economic, natural, and social
resources in ways that improve their area's economy, environment, and
quality of life. Arizona has six RC&D areas. Local RC&D Councils provide a
way for people to plan and implement projects that will make their
communities a better place to live. They bring together people, needs,
concerns, opportunities, and solutions.
RC&Ds
were established in the Agriculture Act of 1962 to provide a program that
empowered rural people to help themselves. The focus on local direction and
control has made RC&D one of the most successful rural development programs
of the federal government.
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Arizona
Coalition's Vision:
The Coalition is an organization of Arizona RC&D Councils that enhances and
improves the effectiveness of RC&D Councils.
Arizona
Coalition's Mission:
The Arizona Coalition of
RC&D Councils is a leadership forum for capacity building, collaboration and
adequate funding among diverse RC&D Councils.
Arizona
Coalition's Goals:
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Provide a consistent
leadership forum for Arizona RC&D Councils
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Provide training to
RC&D Council members
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Provide improved
communication and collaboration
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Provide support to
RC&D Councils seeking funds for project implementation
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Provide marketing for
Arizona RC&D Councils
Arizona Coalition
Objectives
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Hold quarterly RC&D leadership forums
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Organize annual training
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Host annual RC&D summit
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Issue resolutions, position papers and letters of support for RC&D Councils
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Develop marketing tools tailored to Arizona RC&D Councils
Arizona's RC&Ds offer
myriad opportunities for community involvement to make things happen.
Private citizens, cities, counties, business owners, will always find a
place in RC&D. There are opportunities for members of committees,
participation in planning projects, identifying priorities, or helping with
just one activity.
Community members
involved in projects are urged to inquire about RC&D technical assistance,
funding, or knowledge to connect needs with private and public
organizations. Residents and organizations are encouraged to work with the
RC&D to start new projects in the community or region.
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"For each federal
dollar invested in RC&Ds, an estimated $7 to $22 are brought into their
areas from other sources." Paul Hosford,
PrairieLand RC&D |
News Release from Arizona
NRCS concerning Circle of Diamonds
Arizona Coalition of RC&D Councils' 2004 Report
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