Calhoun
Conservation
District
2023 Board of Directors & Staff
Treasurer - Open Position
Linda Kubiak
Director
Linda Kubiak resides in Clarence Township and was recently elected as Clarence Township Supervisor. She has provided guidance to the Duck Lake Association for their watershed management plan. Linda and her husband operate a farm producing corn, soybeans, and hay. She has served on the District Board over 20 years; contributing first-hand knowledge of the agricultural community and local government.
Brian Huggett
Board Chair
Brian Huggett comes from a farming family who has resided in Calhoun County for more than 150 years. He has worked for state and national parks in Michigan and California, as a hydrologist and cartographer. His expertise with grant-funded aquatic and watershed projects has served the board and community positively. Currently Brian serves as Watershed Technical Advisor, in addition to his role as Chair for Calhoun Conservation District.
Greg Fountain
Associate Director
Greg Fountain has been a long-time board director and past chairman for the Calhoun Conservation
District. His family-owned Double Eagle Farms, located in Marengo Township, is a large producer
of beans and corn production. His agricultural and conservation knowledge has benefitted the Calhoun
Conservation District for many years.
Sheryl Proteau
Director
Sheryl Proteau brings a wealth of knowledge to the Board from her experience as Clarence Township Clerk. She has developed skills in planning meetings, elections, and communicating with the public.
Welcome, to the Board!
Mark Karaba
Director
Mark Karaba has a passion for the environment and protecting natural resources. As an avid fly fisherman and guide, he has lead the way to educate the public and keep the flow of Rice Creek moving and clean. Mark established the Friends of Rice Creek, a non-profit under development , serving as its president.
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Watershed Coordinator - Open - Ope
Maureen Reed
District Manager
Maureen Reed began her career in environmental education when she and husband, David Reed, served as resident managers and caretakers of Michigan Audubon Society's Baker Sanctuary in Convis Township. With a Bachelor's of Science in Liberal Studies Degree, Maureen blends nonprofit administrative experiences with a hands-on approach, and appreciation for natural history studies in Michigan.
Calhoun & Jackson Counties
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MAEAP Technician - Open Position --