Flint Creek Spring Creek Watersheds Partnership – Protecting Natural Resources and Water Quality

Next FC/SC WP Meeting on ZOOM: January 27; Program TBA

Save the Date:
January 27, 10 AM via Zoom. Stephen McCracken and Deanna Doohaluk from the Conservation Foundation will be sharing their Data Collection and Planning Framework used with the Salt Creek Watershed and how it has helped them prioritize. They will describe how it is helping them plan for the EPA’s Nutrient Assessment Reduction Program (NARP)

More detail soon.

Sept. and Nov. FC/SCWP Meeting Recordings Available

The September FC/SCWP meeting, featuring Michele Zimmerman, Algonquin Assistant Public Works Director, shared their approach to stormwater management and green infrastructure, including funding resources and ordinances. The presentation recording is available HERE, and the Passcode is K7ZHa&?m.

November’s meeting recording, featuring the Fox River Study Group and some of the work and initiatives they are exploring, is available HERE The passcode is GG$7WP#3

Due to COVID-19 Conditions, BACOG's Annual Level 1 Private Well Water Testing Event Postponed Until May 25, 2021 (tentatively)

If a resident would like to test their well water before the end of this year, there are options! Residents can test their well water for bacteria and nitrates directly through the following public health departments:

Cook County Public Health (847) 818-2847

(bacteria testing only)

Lake County Health Department (847) 377-8020

(bacteria and nitrates testing)

To obtain a water testing kit from the Lake County Health Department, stop by their office in Libertyville or pick one up at one of the following BACOG participating locations:

Village of Barrington Hills (847) 551-3000

Village of Deer Park (847) 726-1648

Village of Lake Barrington (847) 681-6010

The tentative plan is for a drive thru at Citizens Park, Barrington. More details soon!

BACT Fall Work Days Scheduled

Barrington Area Conservation Trust (BACT) has several Work Days coming up at their Pedersen Preserve. To register for December days and for more instructions, check the BACT website.

GRANTS and Funding Opportunities $$$

Five-Star & Urban Waters Restoration Grants
Funding Organization: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, in cooperation with federal and private funding partners (see RFP for more info)
Funding Available: $1.5 Million Nationwide, awards range from $20,000-$50,000
Match Requirement: Minimum 1:1 ratio
Eligible Applicants: Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Indian tribes and educational institutions
Eligible Location(s) in Lake County: Countywide, but certain project categories may have geographic priorities
Application Closing Date: January 28, 2021, 10:59 p.m. Central Time

Link to Application

CFC and BGI Winter Work Days in High Gear!

Reserve your spot to participate in BGI/CFC’s volunteer work events. Due to Covid, spots are limited. Bring your own face mask, work gloves, tools, water, and snack. Email Kevin to reserve a spot, or the CFC website for more details.

CFC has released their schedule for the 2021 Community Education Programs. Held on four Saturdays – one each in January, February, March and April, they are currently planned to be virtual, and held in collaboration with the Barrington Area Library.

Click HERE for more details and dates.

SAVE THE DATE: Fox River Summit March 11, 2021

The Fox River Ecosystem Partnership is working on putting together the Summit as part of the Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention. It will be a full day event as in the past in-person versions, but virtual and embedded as a part of this week-long convention hosted by others with more online capacity. Watch for details!