Announcements
Request for Proposals: Butano Creek Streamflow Improvement Project at Oku Nursery
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) is searching for an outstanding contractor to create designs and install a poly-liner on a 10-acre foot pond at Oku Nursery in Pescadero, CA. The project goal is to improve water security for Oku Nursery and improve...
read moreRequest for Bids: Butano Farms Habitat Enhancement Pilot Project
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks qualified contractors to bid on the Butano Farms Habitat Enhancement Pilot Project (Project). This Project will enhance habitat for San Francisco garter snake and California red-legged frog. The Project consists...
read moreRequest for Bids: Loma Mar Water Tank Installation
Download the full RFB here. The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) is searching for an outstanding Contractor to install four 4999k gallon water tanks in the town of Loma Mar, CA. The project goal is to improve water security for the community and instream...
read moreBreaking Ground: Alpine Creek Fish Passage
This summer, we’re breaking ground to address fish passage and habitat on Alpine Creek in La Honda. A culvert and old, non-functional fish ladder limit movement of aquatic wildlife. This project, funded by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Fisheries...
read moreJoin us for the Blue Circle Community Forum May 29th!
Non-GMO, organic, cage free, free range, grassfed, local, natural… what does it all mean? Come to the RCD’s next Blue Circle for a discussion with drinks and refreshments. The topic is: What is Organic? Know your labels. Know your local. Presenters will be: Adria...
read moreRequest for Bids: Alpine Creek Fish Passage Project
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District welcomes contractors to bid on the Alpine Creek Fish Passage Project located at the intersection of Pescadero Creek Road and Alpine Creek Road, La Honda CA. This Project will allow access for both adult and juvenile...
read moreJob Opportunity: Conservation Program Manager, Forest Health and Fire Resiliency
PDF:Forest Health & Fire Resiliency Program Manager Job Posting BACKGROUND Located in beautiful coastal San Mateo County, the San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks to fill a full-time position for a Conservation Program Manager (CPM) for the RCD’s...
read moreRequest for Bids: San Gregorio Creek Streamflow Enhancement Project at Klingman-Moty Farm
SAN GREGORIO CREEK STREAMFLOW ENHANCEMENT PROJECT, KLINGMAN-MOTY FARM The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks qualified contractors to bid on the San Gregorio Creek Streamflow Enhancement Project, Klingman-Moty Farm (Project). The Project consists of...
read moreJob Opportunity: Water Quality Program Coordinator
See PDF of the job posting here: Water Quality Program Coordinator Job Description (PDF) BACKGROUND: Located in beautiful coastal San Mateo County, the San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks to fill a full-time position for a Program Coordinator for the...
read more2018 First Flush Results are Here!
A huge thanks goes out to our 2018 First Flush Volunteers! Nearly thirty people signed up to collect samples from a dozen different creek sites. The weather determines when first flush happens, and this year's was the latest in recent history. Early on...
read moreRequest for Bids: Huckleberry Flat Pipeline Project
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District, in partnership with San Mateo County Parks Department welcomes contractors to bid on the Huckleberry Flat Pipeline Project at Memorial County Park located in Pescadero Creek County Park, in San Mateo County, CA. The...
read moreFull Time Position: Conservation Project Manager – Applications Due 2/22/19
*Please Note that the submission deadline has been extended until 2/22/19. Greetings, The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks to fill a full-time position for a Conservation Project Manager. View the Job Description here. This new team...
read moreSanta Cruz & San Mateo County Community Wildfire Protection Plan
Click Here to view the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The risk of significant wildfire exists in both San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties. The San Mateo - Santa Cruz County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) attempts to identify those...
read moreRequest for Bids for Pescadero Creek Streamflow Improvement Project: Carpy Ranch Irrigation Component
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks qualified contractors to implement irrigation improvements at Carpy Ranch, in Pescadero CA. This project aims to 1) improve water security and water use efficiency and 2) improve instream flow conditions for...
read moreMidpeninsula Regional Open Space Trust releases Climate Action Plan
The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) has released their Climate Action Plan! As an advisor and partner of MROSD, the RCD is excited to play our role in this initiative to reduce emissions related to livestock & agriculture and to increase soil...
read moreRequest for Bids for Butano Creek Channel Reconnection and Resiliency Project
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) is seeking qualified contractors to bid on the Butano Creek Channel Reconnection and Resiliency Project. This is a multi-benefit project that requires a number of construction related specialties including: work in...
read moreRequest for Bids for San Bruno Mountain West Peak Restoration
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District is seeking an outstanding team of professionals to implement site preparation, revegetation, and watering according to the San Bruno Mountain West Peak Restoration and Monitoring Plan (Appendix A). The aim of this project...
read moreRequest for Bids for Pescadero Creek Streamflow Improvement Project: Carpy Ranch Irrigation Component
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) seeks qualified contractors to implement irrigation improvements at Carpy Ranch, Pescadero CA. This project aims to 1) improve water security and water use efficiency and 2) improve instream flow conditions for...
read moreVolunteer for Clean Water! First Flush 2018 Training is Monday, 9/10
Volunteers needed for First Flush! First Flush 2018 Flyer As winter approaches, it is time again for First Flush! The First Flush event, hosted by the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS), monitors water quality at various locations within the MBNMS...
read moreButano Creek Reconnection Project CEQA documents now available for review
The San Mateo Resource Conservation District (RCD) is considering adopting the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the Butano Creek Channel Reconnection and Resilience Project. This project is a partnership between the RCD, California State...
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