In May 2013, the Urban Waters Federal Partnership added 11 new locations, including the Lower Passaic River. The Lower Passaic River Urban Waters
Federal Partnership is being led by EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers with the goal of enhancing coordination amongst Federal, State
and local partners along the Passaic River. Specifically, the agencies have worked more closely with the City of Newark, State of New
Jersey, Ironbound Community Corporation and other local NGOs. The partnership's efforts are focused on improving water quality,
enhancing public access and restoring the watershed's ecosystem. Click here
for a factsheet on the Lower Passaic River Urban Waters Federal Partnership, and click here
for more information on the national Urban Waters Federal Partnership program. |