The Latest from the Coalition
On this page you can find the latest news from the Coalition, including stories of restoration successes, profiles of ongoing clean water issues, policy updates, and press releases.
Coalition and Others to the Office of Management and Budget Regarding Great Lakes Priorities
The coalition and others write to the Office of Management and Budget to ask the President’s FY2017 budget provides funding for Great Lakes restoration.
Chicago Conservation Corps Removes Invasive Species
In five sites around the greater Chicago region, a conservation crew has removed invasive plants and weeds, restoring habitat for local wildlife.
Coalition and Others to Speaker and Majority Leader Regarding the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
The coalition and others ask Congressional leadership to support Great Lakes Restoration Initiative legislation this year.
Reducing Stormwater Impacts in Lake Michigan Watershed Improves Water Quality
Fixing road-stream crossings, restoring river banks, and installing rain gardens in the Little Traverse Bay reduced sedimentation and nutrient loading.
Removing Invasive Frog-bit Colonies Prevents its Spread Through Michigan
Removing invasive frog-bit from the Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary helped restore fish and waterfowl habitat and taught people how to help prevent its spread.
Lake Michigan Shoreline Habitat Restoration Removes Invasive Species
Funding from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative has helped Chicago area groups remove invasive species in Chiwaukee so native species can thrive.
Coalition and Others to House Appropriators Regarding Great Lakes Priorities
The coalition and others ask appropriators to support funding for Great Lakes restoration priorities in fiscal year 2016.
Coalition and Others to Senate Appropriators Regarding Great Lakes Priorities
The coalition and others ask Senate appropriators to support funding for Great Lakes restoration priorities in fiscal year 2016.