Outstanding Iowa Waters Under Attack by Big Ag Lobbyists
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We’re fighting to protect some of Iowa’s most pristine lakes and streams, and we need your help. Iowa’s legislature and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are considering a rule that would protect the 6 Iowa Great Lakes, including Lake Okoboji and Spirit Lake, 29 cold water trout streams and 3 warm water streams in Northeast Iowa. These lakes and streams would be classified as “Outstanding Iowa Waters,” a designation that would strictly regulate pollution and ensure that these waters remain clean, world-class destinations for tourism and recreation.
The rule would allow businesses and towns to continue using the waters and only limit new sources of pollution, but agriculture and industry groups are using their lobbyists to fight these protections. You can help by telling the Department of Natural Resources that you care about clean water, tourism and recreation and want to protect Iowa's natural resources from pollution.
See more information and photos of the waters that would be protected at Iowa Environmental Council
Here are two ways you can protect some of Iowa’s best natural resources: Send your comments to the DNR. The DNR has asked for public comment on this rule. Please click here to use the online form and add your own thoughts on why Iowa’s waters should be protected.
Speak out on the value of protecting Iowa’s waters.
Attend the Public Hearing November 10 at 1:00 PM
Wallace Building Auditorium
502 E 9th St
Des Moines, IA
Thank you for working to protect Iowa’s waters.
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