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Lake News
Solving E. coli issue could be long, drawn out process
The Arenac County Independent (11/9)
Although the E. coli in Arenac County's portion of Saginaw Bay may not be extremely harmful, Michigan's Department of Environmental Quality decided now was the time to address the situation.
Wisconsin city's water problems test Great Lakes agreement
Wall Street Journal (11/8)
Waukesha, Wis., wants to tap Lake Michigan, but any of the Great Lakes states can veto the application. The Great Lakes Compact is designed to assure that the door isn't wide open for thirsty cities outside the basin to drain the lakes.
Researchers seek funding for wind test site in Lake Michigan
Grand Rapids Environmental News Examiner (11/7)
In a recent article in The Muskegon Chronicle, it was reported that researchers at Grand Valley State University’s Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (MAREC) cited a lack of year-around data (on wind platform testing) needed by prospective development companies.
Allocation sought for water pipeline project
Lake County News-Sun (11/5)
Officials exploring the potential delivery of Lake Michigan water to several inland communities in Lake County are stepping up efforts to educate the public on the issue.
Tribe may aid in cleanup
Traverse City Record Eagle (10/24)
The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians could become involved in plans to treat large-scale pollution at Bay Harbor Resort on Lake Michigan's Little Traverse Bay.
Waukesha can move forward with bid for lake water, state tells Barrett
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (10/22)
Waukesha's pursuit of Lake Michigan water does not have to wait until state rules are adopted implementing a Great Lakes protection compact, state Department of Natural Resources Secretary Matt Frank says in a letter to Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett.
Lake Resources
Alliance for the Great Lakes
Formerly the Lake Michigan Federation, the Alliance is a nonprofit, public interest organization focusing on protecting the Great Lakes through a variety of "Positive Change" projects.
Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant
Focuses on invasive species, aquaculture, fisheries, the future of communities that border southern Lake Michigan, and other issues that affect the coast through K-12 education, research and outreach projects.
Lake Michigan Committee
Great Lakes Fishery Commission
The committee considers fishery issues of common concern, develops joint programs and research projects and serves as a forum for management agencies.
Lake Michigan Forum
The Lake Michigan Forum was established as part of the Lake Michigan Lakewide Management Plan (LaMP) as the central vehicle for stakeholder participation in developing and implementing the LaMP. Check here for information about the Lake Michigan LaMP.
Lake Michigan Partner Network
Alliance for the Great Lakes
The Lake Michigan Federation coordinates a Partner Network of more than 100 grassroots and regional organizations from around Lake Michigan focused on restoring and maintaining the land and waters that feed into the lake.
Michigan Sea Grant
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
A partnership between the University of Michigan and Michigan State University to promote the understanding and intelligent use of the Great Lakes.
University of Wisconsin Sea Grant
A statewide program of basic and applied research, education and technology transfer dedicated to the wise stewardship and sustainable use of Great lakes and ocean resources.
Great Lakes Information Network
Last updated: July 12, 2006
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