stating the evidence discussing the positive economic impact of the doan brook projects erwin j....
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Stating the Evidence
Discussing the positive economic impact of the Doan
Brook projects
Erwin J. Odeal, Executive Director
Assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland. www.NEORSD.org
Doan Brook Study project goals
• Reduce flooding and volume of combined sewer overflows (CSOs)
• Reduce flooding and erosion problems in Doan Brook
• Improve water quality and habitat in Doan Brook and the Shaker Lakes
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Watershed management plans
1. Biotic Management Plan2. Channel and Floodplain
Management Plan3. Stormwater Management Plan4. Wastewater Management Plan
Our charge
Wastewater Management Plan
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Assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland. www.NEORSD.org
Doan Brook Plan Area
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Easterly CSO Control Plan
These projects cost money.
$950 million
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Assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland. www.NEORSD.org
Water quality / environmental improvements
Money
Positive economic impact
By making capital investments, we are
assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland.
But how?
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Assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland. www.NEORSD.org
Magnet for business
• Urban and waterfront real estate development
• Commercial entertainment• Sports and fishing competition• Museums• Water dependent industries
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Incubator forEnvironmental Excellence• Urban stream restoration• Innovative wastewater treatment• Bioremediation
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Improved quality of life
• Increases aesthetic appeal• Water as a magnet• Increases recreational opportunities• Ultimately makes entire region
more attractive to new residents and businesses
It is our responsibility to help people make these
connections so they support us in
“Assuring Clean Water for a Greater Cleveland.”
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Assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland. www.NEORSD.org
The question is…
Do we have YOUR support?