Jennifer Casey, Chair
Jennifer Casey received a M.A. in Instructional Design and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Central Florida. Her experience as an educator will help her fulfill the District’s primary mission of educating the community about conservation, improvement and sustainability. As a Jacksonville native, Jennifer will focus on promoting environmental stewardship and protecting our natural resources for future generations. She plans to expand the District’s conservation education programs for children, the Start Farming Panel and Farmers Market, and the local working group which brings together agricultural and natural resources interests in Duval County. In 2021, she led the board in establishing Regeneration Park, the District's first demonstration project on public land.
Term 2019-2023
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James Cook, Vice Chair
James Cook is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. James has proudly called Jacksonville his home for the last 13 years. James obtained a Bachelors of Arts in Criminal Justice from Edward Waters College. Additionally, he obtained his Masters of Science degree from Everest University. Currently, James works as a Security Officer. During James' collegiate tenure at Edward Waters College, he participated in the Social Integration committee. James believes that protecting our environment is a necessity for the growth and sustainability of our communities. Term 2019-2023 |
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John Barnes, Secretary
John Barnes is a proud alumnus of The University of North Florida and received a bachelor's degree from UNF before getting his master's degree from University of Florida. In 2016, John was appointed an Affiliate Member of the District. He has played a critical role in public outreach for the board by helping to secure donations, sponsorships, and partnerships with local businesses for Duval Soil and Water Conservation District events. As an elected Supervisor, John’s goals are to reach out to our community to increase awareness and be a voice for our city, work with teachers to improve our educational programs and to collaborate with local elected officials and agencies for the betterment of our citizens.
Term 2021-2025
Allen L. Moore, Treasurer
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. Allen was elected to the same seat in November of 2018. He served two years as Board Chairman.
Term 2019-2023
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. Allen was elected to the same seat in November of 2018. He served two years as Board Chairman.
Term 2019-2023
Ashantae Green, Historian
Ashantae Green is a graduate of Florida State college at Jacksonville with certificates in Sustainability Management from LSU & Sustainable Agricultural and Urban Land Management from UF. Ashantae is a subject matter expert for the Jacksonville City Council’s Subcommittee on Resiliency, a participant of the Florida Department of Agriculture Ag Innovations Working Group, and an architectural designer and consultant for conservation and environmentally-friendly construction. Her goals are to bring environmental education and solutions to all citizens across the First Coast as well as to protect land, waterways, agriculture and natural resources for generations to come.
Term 2021-2025
Affiliate Members
Tiffany Bess, Community Liaison
It's safe to say Tiffany Bess' life revolves around sustainability, conservation, and regeneration. Besides serving as an Affiliate member for the DSWCD, she is also the Founder of Apple Rabbit Compost, head of the Green Action Committee for GastroFest, and President of MOSH's young professional group, The Elements of MOSH. Tiffany also provides the District subject matter expertise on composting and community engagement. Most of her time is spent bettering our city, and she simply wouldn't have it any other way!
It's safe to say Tiffany Bess' life revolves around sustainability, conservation, and regeneration. Besides serving as an Affiliate member for the DSWCD, she is also the Founder of Apple Rabbit Compost, head of the Green Action Committee for GastroFest, and President of MOSH's young professional group, The Elements of MOSH. Tiffany also provides the District subject matter expertise on composting and community engagement. Most of her time is spent bettering our city, and she simply wouldn't have it any other way!
Joshua Rosenberg
Joshua Rosenberg is the owner and designer of NativeJax. Joshua is a Jacksonville native, UNF graduate, and multiple Permaculture Design Course Graduate. Joshua's passion for natural sustainable systems grew after reading "The One Straw Revolution" by Masanobu Fukuoka. He realized the best way to create change is one person/landscape at a time and by imitating nature as much as possible. Joshua is dedicating NativeJax to help change the environment we live in, one property, rooftop, and garden at a time by using the most natural, simple, and effective methods to create the highest return on investment. This happens to be Permaculture. So spread the word, attend a class, and join in practicing this authentic lifestyle.
Joshua Rosenberg is the owner and designer of NativeJax. Joshua is a Jacksonville native, UNF graduate, and multiple Permaculture Design Course Graduate. Joshua's passion for natural sustainable systems grew after reading "The One Straw Revolution" by Masanobu Fukuoka. He realized the best way to create change is one person/landscape at a time and by imitating nature as much as possible. Joshua is dedicating NativeJax to help change the environment we live in, one property, rooftop, and garden at a time by using the most natural, simple, and effective methods to create the highest return on investment. This happens to be Permaculture. So spread the word, attend a class, and join in practicing this authentic lifestyle.
Staff
Alison O'Donoughue, Urban Agriculture Coordinator
Alison graduated with both her M.S. and B.S. in Environmental Horticulture from the University of Florida with a focus on Plant Restoration and Conservation Horticulture. She did her master's thesis on the propagation of native wildflowers and has been working in research project administration for UF for the past ten years. Alison is passionate about sustainability and conservation. She loves working within her community, especially with children. As the Urban Agriculture Coordinator, she hopes to bring excitement and attention to the development of downtown Jacksonville.
Alison graduated with both her M.S. and B.S. in Environmental Horticulture from the University of Florida with a focus on Plant Restoration and Conservation Horticulture. She did her master's thesis on the propagation of native wildflowers and has been working in research project administration for UF for the past ten years. Alison is passionate about sustainability and conservation. She loves working within her community, especially with children. As the Urban Agriculture Coordinator, she hopes to bring excitement and attention to the development of downtown Jacksonville.
Thea Baker, District Aide
Thea is an EIT‐certified civil engineer with a new focus on sustainability. She has a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of North Florida and is working on a M.A. in Global Sustainability & Policy at the University of South Florida. Volunteering to serve as District Aide, Thea hopes to do meaningful work that helps reduce environmental degradation and social inequality. Her graduate studies have provided her with the tools to perform in-depth research in the field of sustainability and create impactful reports. She believes that her desire to serve in the sustainability field will help turn Jacksonville into a more resilient community.