Cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) are common native organisms in lakes, ponds and rivers around the world. In Vermont, they can be found in any water body, river or stream. Some species of cyanobacteria produce toxins and these toxins have been documented in some Vermont lakes.
The two-year planning process for the revision of the Winooski River Tactical Basin Plan has begun and will end with the release of the updated plan at the end of 2023.
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) invites residents with connections to Vermont’s waterways to attend public meetings to weigh in on water quality improvement projects and hear updates on the overall restoration plans.
Updated 2/25/2019
The final proposed Stormwater Permitting Rule was approved by the Legislative Committee for Administrative Rules (LCAR) on 2/14/2019. The final adopted rule was filed on 2/25/19, and will go into effect on 3/15/19.
