Virginia Eastern Shorekeeper

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In recognition of the importance of local waterways to the greater health of both Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic coastal environs, and to benefit the general public, The Virginia Eastern Shorekeeper organization is dedicated to Employing and supporting an individual in the capacity of “Shorekeeper,” who will serve as a public advocate and ombudsman for the tidal waters of the Eastern Shore;
 Advocating compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and ordinances; Responding to citizen concerns about water quality and aquatic resource issues; Devising appropriate remedies for adverse impacts to tidal waters;
 Participating in coastal planning efforts; Evaluating water quality monitoring data;
ducating the public about water quality issues and encouraging their involvement in management and planning efforts; Seeking solutions to water-quality problems resulting from activities associated with agriculture, aquaculture, recreation, and other industries; Seeking solutions in court only when problems associated with pollution and other adverse impacts to tidal waters cannot be resolved.

About "Waterkeeper Alliance"

Founded in 1999 by environmental attorney and activist Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and several veteran Waterkeepers, Waterkeeper Alliance is a global movement of on-the-water advocates who patrol and protect over 100,000 miles of rivers, streams and coastlines in North and South America, Europe, Australia, Asia and Africa.

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