Local Government

Wandering the Warm Springs Watershed

Decisions made by a local official impact not only the health and vitality of their community, but also their local waterways and the greater Chesapeake Bay watershed.

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Local governments plan for resilient communities

Annual Local Government Forum convened local decision-makers and climate experts to discuss resiliency planning.

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Delaware’s state and local leaders tour green infrastructure in Seaford

On Friday, October 7th, Delaware elected officials gathered in downtown Seaford to explore the city’s innovative green infrastructure practices as part of the Alliance’s first Wandering Delaware’s Waterways walking tour.

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Welcome to Our Summer LGAC and Communications Intern, Sean O’Connor

Hi! I’m Sean O’Connor and I’m an intern for Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. I’m from Norristown, PA and I’m a junior at Franklin and Marshall College majoring in environmental science. At the Alliance, I’m primarily working in the local government and communication teams. Currently, my main project is to gather local official contact information …

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Lots to see and learn during the spring Wandering Waterways Tours!

Hosted by members of the Chesapeake Bay Program’s Local Government Advisory Committee, with support from state agencies and associations, the Alliance held three 2-day tours, one each in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia between late March and early May 2022.

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On the Road! Local Elected Officials Exchange Ideas On Clean Water

How creating educational and environmental opportunities for local elected officials can have a positive effect on local communities.

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50 Stories: Inspiring Local Officials To Take On Water Quality Challenges

The Local Government Advisory Committee consists of local elected officials from across the Watershed who have been appointed by their respective Governors or Mayor (in the case of the District of Columbia). This blog focuses on the Alliance’s Wandering Waterways Project Series which aims to connect, immerse, and inspire local officials as they work to find solutions to water quality challenges across the Chesapeake Bay region.

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50 Stories: Local Decision Makers Bring LGAC Knowledge Back to Their Communities

Local Government Advisory Committee members share how serving as a part of the Advisory Committee has shaped their decision-making on behalf of their communities.

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Pennsylvania parks are ready to shine

Local elected officials in Pennsylvania share their role in supporting their community parks.

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Local Leaders Seek Stormwater Solutions

In mid-November, the Alliance and the University of Maryland’s Municipal Online Stormwater Training (MOST) Center kicked off a series of three virtual stormwater training sessions for local decision makers. “Getting the MOST for Local Leaders in Stormwater Solutions” aims to arm communities in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia with innovative strategies to combat challenges around stormwater …

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