Nature of the ProblemResearch questionsProducts of the ResearchWho will be interested in the research?Clients/PartnersTopic Brief River Raisin Watershed PlanKat Ridolfi kridolfiEmily Kelly emilylkConnie Bailie cbailieJosh Kweller jkwellerWilliam Bennett wbennettMary Beth Dechant mdechantNature of the ProblemThe River Raisin watershed is located in southeastern Michigan and northern Ohio, and spans 2700 square kilometers. A watershed plan is needed to deal with development thatis impacting water quality, aquatic and riparian integrity. Education and stakeholder partnerships within the watershed will be important to insuring future protection and management.Research questionsWhat are the water quality issues that need to be assessed?What is the aquatic biodiversity?Which areas are most ecologically sensitive and in need of conservation plan?What partnerships and education efforts exist or are developing? Who are the stakeholders?What is the best use of resources?Which areas are best suited for a greenway or system of river parks based on landscape, habitat, public access, and existing infrastructure?What are possible sites for ecological restoration, reclamation, or reestablishment of a riparian edge?What degree of restoration is needed to make the watershed healthy?What are the current uses of the watershed?Products of the Research-Development of a watershed plan in conjunction with the River Raisin Watershed Council-Assessment of which areas are best suited for increased conservation efforts by The Nature Conservancy-Increase in stakeholder education throughout the watershedWho will be interested in the research?Local stakeholdersOther watershed planners/stakeholders needing a planThe Nature ConservancyEPAPark systemsClients/PartnersThe Nature ConservancyRiver Raisin Watershed CouncilTechnical Consultants hired by
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