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Updated November 14, 2008 |
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11/02/08
Recreation trail reopens between
West Carrollton and Miamisburg
The section of recreation trail between West Carrollton and Miamisburg has reopened following the reconstruction of more than 1.5 miles of trail. More information
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10/14/08
Wayfinding signs help trail users
A new wayfinding system, which will give recreation trail users information about mileage to the next city, restrooms, and water stops, may be the first of its kind in the state. More information
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09/02/08
Trees to be removed to meet levee certification
Trees at two sections of levee along the Great Miami River will be removed as part of requirements by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). More information
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08/15/08
Eight communities receive grants
to protect drinking water sources
Eight communities are sharing $228,000 in grant funds from the Miami Conservancy District (MCD) to protect the source of their drinking water. Each of the communities will provide at least a 25-percent match in funds. More information
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08/1/08
Voluntary program provides
incentives to reduce pollution
Funds are available to agricultural producers in the Great Miami River, Stillwater River, and Mad River watersheds who implement projects that reduce phosphorus and nitrogen from running off land into area streams. More information
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08/1/08
Trail section to close for 90 days
Riders along the Great Miami River Recreation Trail between West Carrollton and Miamisburg will need to find another route for a few months as the Miami Conservancy District (MCD) reconstructs more than 1.5 miles of the trail. More information
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06/30/08
MCD annual report available
The Miami Conservancy District publishes an annual report detailing activities worked on and completed by the staff. This 2007 report is now available. |
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06/30/08
Englewood Dam relief wells
construction project
Bids for Englewood Dam Relief Wells are due by 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16 from experienced well drillers. Project Information Specifications Proposal Forms,
Addendum 1
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06/20/08
Stewart Street bridge reconstruction closes more of Great Miami River Recreation Trail
Reconstruction of the Stewart Street bridge has forced additional trail closures on the Great Miami River Recreation Trail in Dayton. More information |
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Construction closes portions of downtown trail
Recreation trail users along the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton may want to explore the trail farther south as bridge construction has closed major parts of the trail for at least three years.
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Interactive Water Quality Credit Trading
map now available
Check out MCD's newest interactive map. See agricultural projects, automated samplers, hydrologic unit info and wastewater treatment plants. |
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Better Site Design Handbook available
The Center for Watershed Protection is making its Better Site Design Handbook available for free download.
The Better Site Design Handbook outlines 22 guidelines for more environmentally friendly development – changes to subdivision and land development; and zoning regulations that will better manage stormwater, preserve and enhance existing natural areas, and reduce pollution in local streams. The handbook also examines practices in local communities, details the economic and environmental benefits of Better Site Design, and presents case studies from across the country.
Download the handbook. |
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Play It Safe! river recreation
maps available
River recreation can be exciting, relaxing and fun, but most of all it should be safe. Order your free Play It Safe! map for the Great Miami, Stillwater and/or Mad rivers. |
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Interactive bike trail map available on-line
Trail users can now check out all of the amenities – from restaurants to points of interest to restrooms – all along the Great Miami River Recreation Trail. Plan your next trip and choose where you want to eat, stop and shop.
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Buy surplus MCD equipment
MCD currently has no items currently for bid. Thank you for your past support.. |
