Welcome, Environmental Intern Hollee Stegeman

Hi. My name is Hollee Stegeman and I am one of the new interns. I work under the direction of Dan Herrold to do storm water field work.

Hi. My name is Hollee Stegeman and I am one of the new interns. I work under the direction of Dan Herrold to do storm water field work. I have a strong interest in protecting the environment. I have loved being outside ever since I was a little girl and early on understood the importance of keeping Mother Nature happy which is why I am more than excited about this new internship. I hope to learn all about erosion, pollution prevention, and storm water.

I am from Cincinnati and am in my third year at Ohio State University in Columbus majoring in Environment,

Economy, Development, and Sustainability with a specialization in Business and Sustainability.

When I am not at Richland SWCD, I keep busy with classes and my two other jobs as a waitress and receptionist. I also love to lift weights, shop (especially second hand), try new restaurants, and spend time outside.

Thank you so much to the Fran and Warren Rupp Fund of the Richland County Foundation for funding the grant for this position. I have had so much fun in my short time at Richland SWCD and am excited for what is to come!

In Memoriam: Fred Cooke

Photo L to R: Fred Cooke and Commissioner Cliff Mears.

It is with heavy hearts, we share the sad news of the passing in December of Board Supervisor Fred Cooke.

Photo L to R: Fred Cooke and Commissioner Cliff Mears.

It is with heavy hearts, we share the sad news of the passing in December of Board Supervisor Fred Cooke. Fred has been a Board Supervisor since 2017, most recently serving as Treasurer. Among his many contributions, he assisted with the hiring of current director, Erica Thomas, was an advocate for the district and didn’t hesitate to offer suggestions for programs and services. Fred was a long-time farmer, member of Farm Bureau and a former Shelby Vo-Ag teacher and FFA advisor. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Fred’s family and friends. Fred will be dearly missed.