Why Protect and Conserve Water?

Water is a vital resource that supports all life and daily activities.

As populations grow and climate change intensifies, clear, clean and abundant water becomes increasingly critical – for people and for fish and wildlife.

Rain and Stormwater Solutions

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Simple home solutions can help protect water quality.

As rainwater flows over roads, sidewalks and yards, it picks up pollutants like oil, grease, pesticides, fertilizers and pet waste, carrying them into our rivers, streams and wetlands.

Protecting water quality starts at home with simple, natural solutions for yard care and stormwater management, such as:

Rain Gardens:

Have a question about clean water?

Contact Whitney Bailey, Senior Urban Conservationist:

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Partners in Conservation (PIC) Grants

Past PIC Grant Recipients

Special Projects and Community Events (SPACE) Grants

Past SPACE Grant Recipients