​ SWCD Supervisors are unpaid elected officials who serve staggered three-year terms.  They establish local conservation priorities and provide guidance and direction for the District.  Responsibilities include administering the district program, coordinating the help of government agencies, and establishing sound policies and priorities concerning the work to be accomplished in conservation education and technical assistance on the land. 

Regular Supervisor meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 a.m., at the Preble Soil and Water Conservation District Office. See upcoming meeting dates here. 

2019 Board Members

Mike Broermann

Mike and his wife, Lisa, live in Israel Township. He farms 950 acres of corn, soybeans, wheat and hay, and raises feeder calves. He is also a crop insurance adjuster. Mike began serving on the Board in 2015.

Kip Denlinger

Kip and his wife, Sarah, live in Jackson Township. He raises 1100 acres of corn and soybeans and raises Shorthorn cattle. He also works for Buckeye Farmers. Kip began serving on the Board in 2012, and he currently serves as Vice-Chairman.

Keith Schmidt

Keith and his wife, Bev, live in Jackson Township. He and his son raise 2000 aces of corn and soybeans. Keith was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2010. He currently serves as Chairman. 

Jim Leedy

,Jim and his wife, Amy, live in Twin Township. Jim and his son, Scott, farm 1000 acres of corn, soybeans, and wheat, and they finish 800 head of cattle each year. Jim has been on the Board since 1983 and currently serves as the Secretary. 

Donn Kolb

Donn and his wife, JoAnn, live in Gasper Township. Donn owns and operates a 310-acre corn, soybean, and wheat farm. He has served on the Board since 1990, and he is the Fiscal Agent.