Due to the increasing risk of exposure to the novel coronavirus and the associated respiratory illness COVID-19 in Washington State, the Benton Conservation District is taking the following steps to reduce exposure to the virus.

1. The BCD office will be CLOSED .

2. Some staff may be working remotely to reduce their exposure. Phone or email will be the best way to reach staff.

3. BCD will no longer be scheduling site visits.

4. BCD will not hold workshops or public gatherings until guidance from the State of Washington changes.

Questions may be directed to Mark Nielson, District Manager. (509) 416-0440 x. 101 or mark-nielson@conservewa.net.