Flint Creek Restoration Project: The project, people, partners, and money that stabilized the banks of Flint Creek

摘要

The great thing about big projects is that they provide educational opportunities that reach far beyond the initial site. Whether by lessons learned, residents that stop by and ogle, inspectors who utilize the site for other project comparisons, or just the children who benefit by the improvements to their neighborhood tadpole resource, this educational impact cannot be undervalued. They tell a story that needs to be told about environmental efforts. In retrospect, it is critical to recognize that projects such as this take time, and public opinion can waver like the wind. It is important to have a point-person who will lead and tie the project together until its conclusion, whether a volunteer or professional consultant. Public engagement and support is vital for success. Listening and responding rationally, rather than reacting, to resident concerns is also critical and can build rapport for other environmental initiatives in the region. Clean water affects all of us and pollution reduction projects like these completed one at a time, will ultimately have an impact on everyone who lives downstream.