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Dear FRIENDS,
The Utah Watersheds Council (UWC), has released a draft of their annual report, highlighting several new developments aimed at improving water resource management and collaboration throughout the state. UWC brings together state and local leaders, industry stakeholders, and conservation experts to discuss and address water challenges. This year, the council successfully certified 11 local watershed councils, including five within the broader Great Salt Lake Basin. While the Great Salt Lake Watershed Council remains in development, the Great Salt Lake Advisory Council currently serves this role, with representatives from the five watershed councils within the Great Salt Lake Basin participating in advisory meetings.
Additional updates in the report include the hiring of a full-time coordinator who supports both the state and local councils, facilitating meetings and sharing resources. UWC has also received valuable recommendations from local councils, such as improving wildfire response to protect watersheds and enhancing coordination of research on Utah Lake. These insights underscore UWC’s commitment to fostering sustainable water management across Utah’s diverse watersheds. Click here to read the full report and learn more about UWC’s initiatives and ongoing developments.