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Shannon Blankinship, Chairman
Shannon Blankinship received a B.S. from Purdue University in Natural Resources Economics and Policy  before working for several years with the Delaware Riverkeeper Network in Philadelphia. Shannon received her J.D. from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville. She has been the Outreach Director for St. Johns Riverkeeper since 2012, building awareness for the  issues that impact the St. Johns River. She is currently a Contributing Writer for EU Jacksonville.  As Chairman, Shannon has focused on District accountability through creation of this website, use of social media, implementation of a quarterly newsletter, and by growing partnerships through our monthly meetings with presentations from affiliated agencies.  
​Shannon worked to create the District Aid position and passed a series of District By-Laws to aid in board governance. As Chairman of the board, she is working to keep the District on track of its Plan of Operations in 2017. Big initiatives in 2017 include hosting the Regional Conservation District meeting and getting funding to improve the Envirothon, Speech Contest, Poster Contest and Land Judging competition in Duval County.  Her ultimate goal is to affect restoration of the impaired rivers, creeks and streams in Duval County.  Term 2015 - 2019

Allen Moore, Vice-Chair

Allen Moore is a product of Madison County, Florida. He is a proud graduate of Florida A & M University with a B.S. Degree in Soil Science.  He was employed with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service for over 40 years.  During that time Moore served as a Soil Scientist, Soil Conservationist and District Conservationist throughout the State of Florida. Moore was an Affiliate Member of the DSWCD for several years before being voted in to fill the remainder of vacated seat  in September of 2016. 
​Term 2016 - 2019
Nelson Greene, Secretary

Nelson moved to Jacksonville in 2005 to attend the University of North Florida, where he later graduated with his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Subsequently, Nelson returned to his alma mater, UNF, to attain his Master of Public Administration while working full-time at a local credit union. Nelson currently works as a consultant for a software company, originated in Jacksonville, which specializes in financial technology.

Since coming to north Florida, Nelson sensed a pronounced fondness, and took great interest in the prosperous municipality and community that is Jacksonville. During his time as a Supervisor in Duval County, Nelson plans on creating and strengthening partnerships with local colleges and universities. He is extremely honored to have the opportunity to represent the great city of Jacksonville.  Term 2017 - 2021
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Dan Evans Jr., Public Relations

​Retired journalist, radio and  tv broadcaster, Dan is actively involved with Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Men Against Destruction - Defending Against Drugs and Social Disorder (MADDADS).  Dan's goal while in office is to   expose and educate students about the opportunities available in agriculture and programs around soil and water.
Term 2015 - 2019
Hunter Anderson, Treasurer
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Hunter is currently pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science at the University of North Florida. He strives to help the board in its efforts to reach out to younger generations about how they can help conserve Duval County’s precious resources. He hopes to aid the district in its ongoing activism efforts that place important environmental issues directly in the public’s attention. Hunter looks to work with Supervisors to create more cohesion between the District and other local and state agencies.
Term 2017-2021
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 District Aid, Vacant

​The District Aid assists with the duties and tasks of the Duval Soil and Water Conservation District, a volunteer at-large elected board of five supervisors, with no party affiliation.  The board meets once a month at the Duval County Extension Office. All meetings are noticed and open to the public.  At no time will this position replicate or duplicate duties the Supervisors are required to perform themselves, but will aid in the effective functioning of this elected agency through communication, research, and coordination.  The position is unpaid and serves 1 year, with no term limits. See Full Position Description. Term 2017

We Want to Hear from You!
Our Meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at the Duval County Extension Office, 1010 N. McDuff Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32254, at 8:00 a.m.  All meetings are open to the public. 

(c) 2015 Duval Soil and Water Conservation District