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<br />farmland preservation report
<br />professional resources ...
<br />Positions Available
<br />The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (NC), Lands Program Di-
<br />rector - Regional land trust working to conserve important lands in the mountains
<br />of western North Carolina and east Tennessee seeks a full -time Lands Program
<br />Director, Qualifications: Understanding of the mechanics of voluntary land protec-
<br />tion techniques, related tax issues, stewardship issues, availability of funding
<br />sources, and other financial considerations. Previous real estate, negotiating, and
<br />land trust experience preferred; Strong verbal and written communication skills;
<br />Fundraising skills, including grant writing; Persistence, sense of humor, and entre-
<br />preneurial spirit, Oriented toward real - estate and negotiating skills than conserva-
<br />tion planning / GIS skills. For a complete job description, e-mail: sahccarl @ioa.
<br />com. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Medical insurance provided. Retire-
<br />ment plan offered. Send resume, cover letter and three references by Nov.1 to Carl
<br />Silverstein, Executive Director, The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conser-
<br />vancy, 34 Wall St., Suite 802, Asheville, NC, 28801 or via e-mail: sahecarl @ioa.
<br />com. Fax (828) 253 -1248. (posted 1015101)
<br />Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (CA), Real Property Special-
<br />ist — $45,005 - $57,716 yearly. Manage rental properties, lease negotiation, title
<br />research, appraisal analysis. Knowledge of principles/ practices of property man-
<br />agement and negotiation, legal documents pertaining to leases and real property;
<br />budget preparation and administration, familiarity with federal, state, local laws,
<br />codes and regulations, proficient in MS Office, bachelor's degree with work in real
<br />estate, real estate law, business administration or related field and three years of
<br />experience in real estate or property management with a public agency or land trust
<br />desirable; valid CA drivers license required. Applications and resume in by 5 p.m.
<br />Oct. 19 to Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, 330 Distel Circle, Los Al-
<br />tos, CA 94022. Applications and information may be obtained at www.openspace.
<br />org, by e -mail request to gison@openspace.org or by calling (650) 691 -1200. In-
<br />formation being submitted by e-mail should be in Word format. EOE /ADA.
<br />(posted 9126101)
<br />Land Foundation of McHenry County (IL), Executive Director — The LFMC is
<br />a 12- year-old land trust dedicated to the conservation and preservation of open
<br />lands. We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to help us grow
<br />from an all- volunteer operation. Responsibilities will include fundraising, commu-
<br />nity outreach, easement negotiation, and administration of the LFMC's initial of-
<br />fice. The ideal candidate should have a history of successful fundraising for non-
<br />profit endeavors, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and desire to pre-
<br />serve the scenic character of McHenry County. This position will require exten-
<br />sive contact with public officials in individual meetings and group forums. Experi-
<br />ence in drafting and negotiating easements or contracts is also desirable. Base sal-
<br />ary $32 -37K, commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Submit resume to:
<br />Personnel Committee, Land Foundation of McHenry, P.O. Box 352, Woodstock,
<br />IL 60098. Open until filled. (posted 9126101)
<br />Publication
<br />Development at the Urban Fringe and Beyond: Impacts on Agriculture and Rural
<br />Land, USDA Economic Research Service
<br />Report describes the forces driving development, its character and impacts on
<br />agriculture and rural communities, the means available to channel and control
<br />growth, and the pros and cons of potential federal roles. Provides detailed, docu-
<br />mented, objective evidence culled from the literature and from original analyses.
<br />Available on the ERS website, ers.usda.gov, or obtain a printed copy by calling
<br />800- 999 -6779. Ask for order number ERS -AER -803.
<br />October 2001
<br />Conferences
<br />Nov. 13, 14, Harrisburg, PA: Rural
<br />Summit in the City, sponsored by
<br />the Center for Rural Pennsylvania.
<br />Agriculture and land use are among
<br />the themes to be discussed, includ-
<br />ing farm transfers and new farmers,
<br />rural land use and its future, eco-
<br />nomic impact of agriculture. Call
<br />717 787 -9555 or email
<br />info @ruralpa.org.
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