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Kristal is from Grays Creek, North Carolina, and now lives in Hope Mills. 

As of August 1, 2024, Kristal Watts did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

Kristal Watts's campaign for Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor is her first entry into politics. 

As of June 13, 2025, Kristal Watts did not have a website or any information online.

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Kristal Watts

Josh and his wife Nat live in Fayetteville. 

Josh is the co-owner and the designer at Deep Creek Lures. 

Joshua Ballard's campaign for Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor is his first entry into politics. 

As of June 13, 2025, Josh Ballard did not have a website or any information online.

Josh Ballard

Cumberland County, Cumberland Soil and Water Supervisor Sworn in as District Chair

Lena is from New York City. She has a bachelor’s degree in sociology and anthropology and is currently pursuing a master’s degree. She is also on the Leadership Committee of the National Association of Conservation Districts.

Lena is an author, writing the novels "Simply Southern," "Kwanza: African American Celebration," and "Freedom Hill" among others. 

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Lena Lloyd Simmons is currently serving as a Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor. She was elected in 2020 and is serving her first term. She is currently acting as chair of the board of supervisors, and was sworn in in 2024. 

As of June 13, 2025, Lena Lloyd Simmons did not have a website or any information online.

Lena Lloyd Simmons

- A soil and water conservation district supervisor is 1 member of a board of 5 supervisors that works to improve the soil and water quality in the county through education. 
- The board of supervisors provide technical and financial assistance to help land users maintain their land and surrounding ecosystems. 
- The board of supervisors design long term conservation programs that teach environmental care, pollution reduction, and provide incentives for using these practices, especially for agricultural workers. 
- The board of supervisors provide short term educational services like competitions, field days, and workshops to educate the public on conservation. 
- Soil and water conservation district supervisors are elected to 4 year terms in non-partisan races. However, 2 of the board members are appointed by the state soil and water commission. 

Member of board of supervisors that creates aid programs and educates people on environmental conservation. 