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NY DEC: Water crisis looms
The Daily Gazette (8/24)
Saying the state is facing a looming water infrastructure crisis, Gov. David Paterson has formed a task force, called the New Clean Water Collaborative, to press the federal government for funding to make needed repairs and upgrades.

Sen. Charles Schumer discusses issues plaguing Great Lakes
FOX 44 - Burlington and Plattsburgh (8/6)
Senator Charles Schumer was in central New York yesterday to discuss issues affecting the Great Lakes, including invasive species, water quality problems and boating regulations.

State Beach Resources

New York Beach Monitoring and Closure/Advisory Practices
Natural Resources Defense Council
New York beach maps and information on beach monitoring and closings.

State Parks/Camping/Day Use
New York State Parks

Surfrider Foundation – State of the Beach state report
Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation State of the Beach report is our annual update on the health of our nation's beaches. It is intended to empower concerned citizens and coastal managers by giving them the information needed to take action.

State Beaches

4 Mile Creek
Nearest city: Porter Center
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Brennan's Beach
Nearest city: Pulaski
Agency:Oswego County Health Department

Brown's Camp
Nearest city: Somerset
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Camp Kenan
Nearest city: Somerset
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Chedmardo
Nearest city: Richland
Agency:Oswego County Health Department

Dowie Dale
Nearest city: Mexico
Agency:Oswego County Health Department

Evangola State Park Beach
Nearest city: Town of Brant
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Fair Haven Beach State Park
Nearest city: Fair Haven
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - Finger Lakes R

Fair Haven State Park Beach
Nearest city: Fair Haven
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Fort Niagara
Nearest city: Porter Center
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Hamlin Beach State Park
Nearest city: Hamlin
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Krull Park
Nearest city: Newfane
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Lake Erie Beaches
Nearest city: Dunkirk
Agency:Chautauqua County Health Department

Lake Erie State Park Beach
Nearest city: Town of Portland
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Lighthouse Christian Camp
Nearest city: Somerset
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Mexico Point Beach
Nearest city: Mexico
Agency:Oswego County Health Department

Oxy On The Lake
Nearest city: Porter Center
Agency:Niagara County Health Department

Rainbow Shores
Nearest city: Sandy Creek
Agency:Oswego County Health Department

Sandy Island Beach
Nearest city: Sandy Creek
Agency:Oswego County Health Department

Selkirk Shores State Park Beach
Nearest city: Village of Pulaski
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Sodus Point Lake Side
Nearest city: Sodus Point
Agency:New York State Department of Health - Geneva District

Southwick Beach State Park
Nearest city: Woodville
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - Thousand Islan

Westcott Beach State Park
Nearest city: Henderson
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - Thousand Islan

Wilson - Tuscarora State Park Beach
Nearest city: Wilson
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Woodlawn Beach - Woodlawn Beach State Park
Nearest city: Blasdell
Agency: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

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