OMB Presentation 11.16.2020

… change while also providing pathways to economic prosperity. Delaware continues to have serious issues with air, water and soil contamination. Northern Delaware suffers from high levels of ozone and fine particulate matter. As in othe …

… onitoring will require expertise in specific areas that DNREC can’t really cover at current funding levels. Our water pollution problems remain severe, with nitrate and even bacterial contamination in too much of the drinking water in …

… Our water pollution problems remain severe, with nitrate and even bacterial contamination in too much of the drinking water in Sussex. Concern about contamination with PFAS (poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances) has grown over the past yea …

… , the southeastern Pennsylvania study mentioned earlier shows an enormous economic benefit of open space in filtering water, controlling flooding, and cleaning the air. The researchers find that access to open space in the area even adds a …

… the outdoors for solace and recreational opportunities during these challenging times. 2) $25 million for Clean Water Funding: Ninety percent of Delaware’s waterways are polluted with excess nutrients and toxins. Unchecked development, …

… ortunities during these challenging times. 2) $25 million for Clean Water Funding: Ninety percent of Delaware’s waterways are polluted with excess nutrients and toxins. Unchecked development, sea level rise, and ongoing increases in pr …

… e, and ongoing increases in precipitation make low lying areas more susceptible to flooding. One hundred miles of our waters have fish consumption advisories for high PCBs, metals, and pesticides. We ask that the proposed budget include $25 …

… igh PCBs, metals, and pesticides. We ask that the proposed budget include $25 million in dedicated, sustainable clean water funding, including a focus on grants (not loans) to increase the accessibility of this funding for low- income and und …