USGS Works With Partners In 15 Cities To Improve Urban Waterways
Nearly $5M is being invested in urban land and water project
The U.S. Geological Survey today announced nearly $5 million is being invested in improving urban lands and waters thanks to existing and expanded partnerships in 15 cities across the nation. The USGS will provide $1.5M in funding with an additional $2.5M in matching funds coming from local partners that are part of the Urban Waters Federal Partnership.
The funds will benefit 22 urban waters projects critical for citizen health and safety, recreation, and economic development in these 15 cities. The work leverages USGS water science through the Urban Waters Federal Partnership for a direct impact on urban waterways.
The Urban Waters Federal Partnership reconnects urban communities with their waterways by improving coordination among federal agencies, particularly those communities that have been disproportionately impacted by pollution or economic distress. The UWFP draws upon Environmental Justice principles — the idea that all people, regardless of race, religion, national origin, or economic station, deserve fair treatment with regards to environmental laws and policy.
The projects include real-time water-level and water quality monitoring to alert homeowners of threats from floods and other…
