Michael A. Megeath*

Office sought: Director Soil/Water Conservation District
Party: Independent
Age: 63
Residence: Waterford.
Web site:
None given.
E-mail:
mmegeath@yahoo.com

* Incumbent

Occupaton: Retired principal, C.S. Monroe Technology Center.

Education: BS, agriculture education, MA, education, Virginia Tech.

Elected offices/civic activities: Director, Loudoun Soil and Water Conservation District, 2005-present; past director, Loudoun Hospital Center and Small Business Assistance Center; past member, Loudoun Chamber of Commerce; past vice president, board of trustees, Loudoun Restoration and Preservation Society; past president and member, Leesburg Host Lions Club; member, Leesburg United Methodist Church.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why should voters elect you?

A: I was born in Loudoun and spent my entire career working in the county. I want to maintain our beauty for others to enjoy.

Q: What do you think is the most urgent problem facing your jurisdiction?

A: Educating the public about the need for soil and water conservation in Loudoun so as to maintain the beautiful landscape that now exists in our county for residents and visitors to enjoy and appreciate.

Q: What do you see as the key challenges facing the Soil & Water Conservation District, and how will you meet those challenges?

A: As Loudoun continues to grow, we are faced with the monumental problem of conserving our natural resources. Our land, streams and rivers are very special and that is what makes Loudoun a picturesque county that attracts visitors and new residents. Our challenge is to make everyone aware of what we have and what we have to do to properly maintain our land and water. To meet this challenge we must constantly educate everyone about proper conservation. This starts in our elementary schools and extends through adulthood. Educate, educate, educate.

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