Site Assessments
Environmental site assessments identify existing conditions, regulatory considerations, and improvement opportunities so municipalities can make informed land-use, redevelopment, and stewardship decisions.
Solutions in the Land helps municipalities plan practical, sustainable environmental strategies that balance compliance, land use, watershed priorities, and long-term community goals. From site assessments to collaborative planning, our team brings systems-based guidance that supports resilient public projects, stronger local food networks, and measurable stewardship outcomes for cities, towns, and regional agencies.
Strategic consulting services that help municipalities plan, assess, and improve environmental performance across land, food, and community systems.
Environmental site assessments identify existing conditions, regulatory considerations, and improvement opportunities so municipalities can make informed land-use, redevelopment, and stewardship decisions.
Food system planning helps municipalities strengthen regional supply chains, support local producers, and align land-use decisions with long-term community resilience goals.
Facilitated planning charrettes bring stakeholders together to solve complex environmental and land-use challenges through structured, collaborative working sessions.
Regenerative consulting supports municipalities exploring land management strategies that improve soil health, biodiversity, water outcomes, and long-term ecological function.
Organic transition planning provides municipalities and public land managers with guidance for shifting managed agricultural land toward certified organic practices.
Whole-system planning connects environmental goals, land resources, economic realities, and community priorities into a coordinated strategy for public-sector decision-making.
Municipal environmental decisions often involve overlapping priorities such as compliance, land stewardship, public input, redevelopment, and budget discipline. Solutions in the Land helps municipalities evaluate conditions, identify realistic opportunities, and build actionable plans that connect environmental performance with community outcomes. Our work is tailored to each site and stakeholder group, with a strong focus on measurable results, long-term resilience, and practical implementation.
Municipal leaders need clear guidance, credible expertise, and plans that can work in the real world.
Our team combines agronomy, land planning, and food systems knowledge for complex environmental decisions.
We focus on practical recommendations that improve stewardship, reduce risk, and support accountable implementation.
Planning charrettes and stakeholder engagement help municipalities align departments, partners, and community priorities.
Every recommendation is tailored to local land conditions, constraints, opportunities, and long-term public goals.
Experienced specialists guiding sustainable public-sector planning.
Managing Partner & Agronomist
Ron Doetch is a Managing Partner and Agronomist at Solutions in the Land, a regenerative agriculture consulting firm headquartered in Kenosha, WI. With an entire career dedicated to food systems, Ron has developed deep expertise in organic, sustainable, and restorative agriculture practices. As a co-founder of the company, he collaborated with landscape architect Jim Patchett to integrate urban and rural agricultural designs that address food access, food waste, and environmental stewardship. Ron leads whole-system farm planning initiatives and organic transition consulting, helping landowners and farmers achieve both economic resilience and ecological sustainability. His site-specific, market-driven approach ensures measurable outcomes for every client he serves.
Grazing & Soil Consultant
Allen Williams serves as a Grazing and Soil Consultant at Solutions in the Land, bringing a uniquely personal perspective to regenerative agriculture as a sixth-generation farmer. His extensive hands-on experience has made him a recognized expert in soil health, adaptive multi-paddock grazing, and pasture-based meat production. Allen works closely with landowners and farmers to design grazing systems that restore soil vitality, improve watershed health, and increase farm profitability. His deep-rooted connection to the land and commitment to measurable, science-based outcomes make him an invaluable resource for clients seeking to transition toward more sustainable and profitable farming systems across the United States.
Project Coordinator
Chloe Powers serves as Project Coordinator at Solutions in the Land, playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of the company's regenerative agriculture and farm planning projects. Based out of Kenosha, WI, Chloe works closely with the consulting team to coordinate client engagements, manage project timelines, and support the delivery of whole-system farm plans and organic transition programs. Her organizational expertise and dedication to client service help bridge the gap between strategic planning and on-the-ground implementation. Chloe's commitment to Solutions in the Land's mission of creating sustainable food and farming systems ensures that every project runs efficiently and that clients receive attentive, professional support throughout their journey.
Local Foods Program Director
Cheri Doetch is the Local Foods Program Director at Solutions in the Land, where she leads initiatives focused on strengthening local and regional food systems. Based in Kenosha, WI, Cheri oversees programs that connect farmers, landowners, and community stakeholders with market-based opportunities that promote sustainable food production and distribution. Her work supports the company's core mission of addressing the most significant challenges facing food and farming systems today. Cheri's dedication to building community-centered agricultural networks aligns with Solutions in the Land's partnerships with organizations such as the Fondy Food Center and the Mequon Nature Preserve, ensuring that local food access remains a cornerstone of the company's broader sustainability goals.
Environmental consulting for municipalities can include site assessments, land-use planning support, stakeholder facilitation, food system planning, regenerative land management guidance, and strategy development for public projects. The goal is to help local governments make informed decisions that balance environmental stewardship, regulatory considerations, budget realities, and long-term community outcomes.
Talk with our team about your municipality’s planning needs.
Watershed-focused partner supporting stewardship work.
Community food systems partnership affiliation.
Economic development partnership connection.
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