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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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Partner Stories

Stormwater Infrastructure That Prepares, Protects, and Pays Off (Pages 52-54)

Group of people standing around the Prince George's County Department of Public Works and Transportation Edmonston Pumping Station sign.

MML Engages on Climate Resilience and Water Quality at Key November Events

Supporting small towns creates big wins for the Bay

How local governments are "sandboxing" their way to more effective Bay restoration

Rain garden filled with water during a rain storm.

Building Resilient Communities to Enhance Public Safety

Checking-in on the Chesapeake: Virginia's progress towards clean-up of the Bay

A healthy Chesapaeke Bay begins with local governments

Stormwater Infrastructure That Prepares, Protects, and Pays Off (Pages 52-54)

Group of people standing around the Prince George's County Department of Public Works and Transportation Edmonston Pumping Station sign.

MML Engages on Climate Resilience and Water Quality at Key November Events

Supporting small towns creates big wins for the Bay

How local governments are "sandboxing" their way to more effective Bay restoration

Rain garden filled with water during a rain storm.

Building Resilient Communities to Enhance Public Safety

Checking-in on the Chesapeake: Virginia's progress towards clean-up of the Bay

A healthy Chesapaeke Bay begins with local governments

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Breton Bay, including Breton Bay Sanctuary, is seen looking northeast in St. Mary's County, Md., on June 5, 2018. (Photo by Will Parson/Chesapeake Bay Program)