Following the funding for water projects
In the Adirondacks, most sewer and water districts are small operations, serving at most a few thousand people. But the water projects cost millions.
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Salt in the wells
State opts for bottled water over a fix for Pitcairn residents who have wells contaminated by road salt.
Road salt task force sets inaugural meeting for Feb. 28
Members include water scientists, local highway superintendents, advocacy group leaders, environmental lawyers and government officials.
Large-scale lakes survey tops scientists’ wish list
A new study of 400+ Adirondack waters would focus on climate change impacts, threats
Lake George completing $24 million wastewater treatment plant
The system will convert wastewater into treated effluent that will prevent additional nitrates into the lake.
2021 EXPLORED: Road salt task force
It took almost the entire year, but the state’s Road Salt Reduction Task Force is finally in place - even if it missed its first deadline along the way.
Road salt task force now has members
Overdue panel charged with preventing further pollution
Hochul signs invasives transport law
New law enables the establishment of more boat inspection stations in and around the park
Another harmful algal bloom spotted on Lake George in October
Latest sighting garnered little public attention despite heightened water quality concerns
Taking control of water quality: Lake George targeting wide-reaching septic inspection program
Advocates with an Adirondack-wide interest in water issues hope a new Lake George septic program could inform programs around the region.