Dialogue #6 is Tuesday, March 10 @ 6:30pm
Water, Climate, and DeKalb County
Water shapes everything in DeKalb County - our farms, our neighborhoods, our basements, our infrastructure, our future.
For Dialogue #6, we’re focusing on the current state of water in our county and how local water issues fit into the climate conversation.
We’ll be joined by a board member of the DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, who will share insight into:
Flooding and drainage realities in DeKalb County
Agricultural water impacts
Stormwater and infrastructure challenges
How changing weather patterns are affecting Northern Illinois
Practical ways neighbors can stay informed and engaged
This conversation will be grounded, local, and practical, rooted in what’s actually happening here.
About the Presenter
Dean Johnson, Board Member, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District
The DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District works to protect and improve soil and water resources across the county through conservation programs, land stewardship partnerships, and community education.
Why Water? Why Now?
Water is one of the clearest ways climate change shows up locally. Heavier or fewer rain events. Shifting growing seasons. Drainage pressures. Infrastructure strain.
Understanding what’s happening beneath our feet and flowing through our fields helps us make better decisions - as homeowners, farmers, business owners, and neighbors.
How Partners Can Help
Spread the word - share on your organization’s newsletter or social channels.
Co-host or sponsor refreshments, print materials, or signage.
Invite your networks - civic groups, classes, businesses, and faith communities.
Collaborate on upcoming dialogues or project pilots.
Reach out for partnership opportunities!
Date: Tuesday, March 10
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
Location: Yusunas Meeting Room, DeKalb Public Library
Presenter:
Dean Johnson, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District
One RSVP gets you the whole evening.
Presented by
DeCarbon DeKalb
Real Talk. Real Neighbors. Real Change.
In partnership with:
Third Annual DeKalb County Earth Fest, NIU Sustainability, DeKalb Public Library