Jena Smith Reeves for Soil and Water Conservation District Board

11/09/2022

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of my supporters! Thank you for having faith in me. I truly appreciate each and everyone of you. Thank you!

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10/20/2022

One stop early voting starts today.
348 S Main Street Sparta. Alleghany Administration Building. Lower level.

Weekdays, Thursday October 20 - Friday, November 4, from 8am-7:30 pm

One Saturday only, November 5 8am -3pm

I would appreciate your vote!

10/19/2022

Thank you for giving me this wonderful opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Jena Smith Reeves. I was born and raised here in Alleghany County, in the Ennice community, on a dairy farm. Growing up, the family farming operation consisted of dairy cows, beef cows, hay, corn silage, Christmas trees, boxwoods, wreaths and roping. Today, Billy Smith Farms, Inc. grows corn for silage, hay, alfalfa and raises beef cows. I serve as the secretary and treasurer for the corporation. Since 2016, I have held the North Carolina Water Pollution Control System Operators License from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality for the farm as well.

I'm a 1996 graduate of Alleghany High School.
I attended Salem College in Winston Salem, NC where I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in chemistry and minor in business. I am employed by Skyline National Bank.

I reside in Sparta with my husband Daryl and son Nicholas. We operate a small crop/produce business. We grow and sell sweet corn, tomatoes, green beans, yellow squash, zucchini, acorn squash, decorative corn shocks, pumpkins and gourds. We seem to be expanding the operation year after year by adding a new crop each year. We enjoy providing fresh, homegrown, local food to our community. We also grow and sell boxwood for tips for the Christmas season.

I feel that the top challenge for the Alleghany Soil and Water Conservation District is that many people do not understand the role and work of the district and how it can be beneficial to them. The main challenge is that people are not aware of the programs offered and how to apply.

Being from a farming background, I am a conservationist, passionate about protecting natural resources, hardworking, resourceful and outspoken. I feel as though I am well qualified for this position because I have the education, knowledge, background, and a lifetime of hands-on experience to be able to contribute to the Alleghany Soil and Water District not only as an individual but as a team player. I respectfully ask for your vote!