Council for Watershed Health

The Council for Watershed Health enhances the economic, social, and ecological health of the region's watersheds through education, research, and planning. Its goals are to:

• Achieve regional sustainability through integrated natural resources management.
• Change policies and practices through strategic actions and communication.
• Work together with governments, businesses, academia, and organizations to achieve its vision.

The Council seeks to achieve its goals through the following:

• Urban Stormwater Program
  Increase water supply and water quality through promoting more efficient use of stormwater resources.
   
• Sustainable Landscapes Program
  Foster a landscape ethic that supports the use of native and regionally appropriate vegetation and reduces water use
   
• Watershed Coordination Program
  Provide leadership, guidance, and assistance, working with other agencies and organizations, to affect sound watershed planning and management.