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Foster Creek Board
- Circa 1970
Launched in 1942, The
Foster Creek Conservation District (FCCD) is located in North Central
Washington in Douglas County. One of 47 Districts in the state, the FCCD
is mandated under the Revised Code of Washington 89.08 to develop and
administer voluntary, non-regulatory programs to conserve natural
resources. Governed by a board of volunteer supervisors from the local
community, the Foster Creek Conservation District identifies local
conservation problems, guides voluntary local solutions, and sets
policies where needed.
Foster Creek Board - Current
Left to Right: Howard McDonald, Secretary; Lee Hemmer, Vice Chair;
Wade Troutman, Memeber; John McLean, Chair; Sharon Davis, Memeber
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Meet the Staff of
Foster Creek
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Britt Dudek, P.E.,
District Manager
Fourth-generation Washingtonian from homesteaders
in the Stevens Pass area of Chelan County, licensed Professional
Engineer with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University
of Washington, and Managing Partner of his family’s 80-acre
orchard, Britt came on board as Foster Creek Conservation District
Manager in 2002. His
multi-faceted background has helped him navigate his team through
challenging times, achieving successful implementation of the
county’s Watershed Management Plan, Invasive Species Bio-Control
Program, and Habitat Conservation Plan with the US Fish and
Wildlife Service. Britt was
awarded District Manager of the Year in 2006 and again in 2009 by
the Washington State Conservation Commission.
He has held leadership positions with Douglas County
Planning Commission, Chelan-Douglas Farm Bureau, Washington Farm
Bureau Federation, Washington Grower’s Clearing House, and Douglas
County Watershed Planning Association. When not at work, Britt
enjoys time with his family and the outdoor sports he loves,
including snow and water skiing, hiking, bicycling and adventure
motorcycling.
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Kay Fisher,
Financial Manager
Kay began with Foster Creek Conservation District in 1997, quickly
establishing a reputation for impeccable fiscal oversight of
public and grant-funded projects. A former computer instructor
with Wenatchee Valley College, she has a special expertise in
using technology to increase efficiency. This combination of
financial, technology, and management skills – Kay served two
years as Interim Director – has made her a much-appreciated
resource to Foster Creek and our fellow Conservation Districts.
She was twice awarded “Employee of the Year” by the
Washington State Conservation Commission. Kay holds a Bachelor of
Arts in Management Information Systems and Accounting from Eastern
Washington University in Cheney, WA.
A long-time resident of the valley, she is an active
volunteer, including the Social Concerns Team of Grace Lutheran
Church, Wenatchee High School Booster Club, and Barracuda
Swimming. When not
working or volunteering, you’ll find Kay playing piano, in her
garden, or cross country skiing in the foothills of North Central
Washington.
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Timothy Behne,
Water Resource Coordinator
Tim has been part of the Foster Creek Conservation District team
since 2000, and an integral member of the Douglas County community
for decades. He
oversees and monitors the Foster Creek and Moses Coulee Watershed,
assisting with basin assessments, erosion control and project
implementation.
His knowledge of conservation and understanding of agriculture –
he operates an 1800-acre dry land wheat farm – combine to make him
an ideal community liaison.
Tim holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from
Washington State University, and previously worked for Coulee
Cooperative and Rock Steel Construction.
He served as Founding Member of Douglas County Fire
District, Board member of both the Central Washington Grain
Growers and Coulee Cooperative, and Alternate Committee Member
with USDA Farm Service Agency.
When not at the District or in his wheat fields, Tim enjoys
golf, downhill skiing, snow-mobiling and flying his Piper Super
Cub aircraft.
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Kristine
Desgroseillier, Natural Resources Technician
Kristine joined Foster Creek Conservation District in 2008,
bringing a broad background in natural resources and a deep
knowledge of stream restoration.
She currently oversees Education and Outreach projects,
including Bridgeport High School Senior Projects, North Central
Washington Envirothon,
and riparian restoration.
In addition, she manages the Biological Insect Control
Program, participates in Watershed Association meetings and serves
as Editor of the Conservation District Quarterly Newsletter.
Kristine holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and
Environmental Studies from Western Washington University, and has
worked for USDA Forest Service and Washington Conservation Corps.
Whether serving in a remote area, interacting with farmers, or
supervising a group of her peers, she demonstrates a knack for
establishing credibility and building trust.
She is passionate about engaging the community in nature
experiences: her volunteer service includes rehabilitating
streams, tracking bald eagle nests, and building an extensive
playground for a shelter home for abused women and children.
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