Watershed Alliance Holds Semi-Annual Gathering
The Hudson River Watershed Alliance, a group formed to enhance
cooperation of stakeholders involved in the protection and conservation
of water resources throughout the Hudson River Watershed, held its
semi-annual meeting November 7 at Mohonk Mountain House.
The event featured a presentation by Russ Johnson, who was instrumental
in the formation of the Delaware River Basin Commission. Russ described
the process that Delaware River Watershed stakeholders went through
during the formation of their coalition and offered advice for the
Alliance as they move forward.
Other presentations included:
- Roy Lamberton, Executive Director of the Batten Kill Watershed
Alliance (BKWA) discussed the principles of forming an effective
watershed alliance, including having all stakeholders represented.
- Bob Perschel, Environmental Director of The Garrison Institute,
offered guidelines for creating an effective vision statement for the
Alliance. Bob stressed that a strong vision will inspire people to
participate in the Alliance and give the organization direction.
- Fran Dunwell, coordinator of the Hudson River Estuary Program
(HREP), gave an overview of the goals and objectives of the HREP,
offering them as a possible framework for the Alliance. She also
suggested that the Alliance and the HREP share resources in working to
complete these goals.
The event also featured breakout sessions where participants developed
goals for the Alliance. Categories included: Water Issues and Public
Health, Sustainable Land Use, Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation,
and Legal Issues and Ethical Concepts. In addition, the Alliance’s
Organizing, Education and Outreach, and Scientific and Technical
Committees will advance these goals and support the Networking and
Clearinghouse functions of the Alliance.
For more information on the Alliance, including how to participate or
join the listserve, contact Katy Dunlap at 845-454-7673 x116, or
katy@clearwater.org
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