The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program Farmland Preservation Advisory Committee evaluates grant proposals for projects that acquire development rights on farmland and ensure the land remains available for farming in the future.
Qualifications
- Live in Washington
- Have an interest in public policy
- Enjoy finding creative solutions and appreciate other perspectives
- Are interested in and knowledgeable about farming, ranching, or land transactions
Support
- RCO will provide the training needed to evaluate grants
- Stipends are available to eligible committee members
Time Commitment
- 2-4 full days of virtual meetings every other summer (even years)
- Policy feedback time commitment varies
2022 Dates
| Item | Date |
| Technical Review Meeting | May 16-17 |
| Evaluation Meeting | August 15-16 |
| Results Meeting | August 19 |
Committee Members
Local Agency Members
- Addie Candib, American Farmland Trust, Bellingham
- Jesika Harper, Northwest Farm Credit Services, Spokane
- Kate Miller, Okanogan Land Trust, Okanogan
- Jeanne White, Methow Conservancy, Winthrop
State Agency Members
- Perry Beale, Department of Agriculture, Yakima
- Allisa Carlson, Conservation Commission, Ellensburg
- Angie Reseland, Department of Fish and Wildlife, Olympia
Farmer and Community Members
- Rey Cooley, Walla Walla
- Tom Kammerzell, Colfax
- Valerie Tarico, Seattle
Vacancies
- Farming or ranching representatives
- Land transaction or planning representative
- Community member representatives
Term Length
4 years
General Resources