Conservation Division

Mission: 

The Conservation Division of the Community Planning and Development Department works directly with the Commissioners of the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District and Richland County Conservation Commission to implement the responsibilities of the District and Commission.  The Division also consults with and advises County Council and the County Administrator regarding the conservation and protection of Richland’s natural, cultural and historical resources.

Contact:

Richland County Conservation Division
2020 Hampton Street, Room 3063A
Columbia, SC 29204
Phone: (803) 576-2080
Fax: (803) 576-2088

Staff:

Director: Quinton Epps, epps.quinton@richlandcountysc.gov
Conservation Program Analyst: John McKenzie, III, mckenzie.john@richlandcountysc.gov
Conservation Education Analyst: Vacant
Sustainability Planner: Jessica Thompson, thompson.jessica@richlandcountysc.gov
Land Program Planner: Vacant 
Administrative Assistant: Alexis Wallraf, wallraf.alexis@richlandcountysc.gov
Administrative Assistant of Outreach and Community Engagement: Chelsea Holliday, holliday.chelsea@richlandcountysc.gov