Stating the Evidence

Discussing the positive economic impact of the Doan

Brook projects

Erwin J. Odeal, Executive Director

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Doan Brook Study project goals

• Reduce flooding and volume of combined sewer overflows (CSOs)

• Reduce flooding and erosion problems in Doan Brook

• Improve water quality and habitat in Doan Brook and the Shaker Lakes

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Watershed management plans

1. Biotic Management Plan2. Channel and Floodplain

Management Plan3. Stormwater Management Plan4. Wastewater Management Plan

Our charge

Wastewater Management Plan

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Doan Brook Plan Area

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Easterly CSO Control Plan

These projects cost money.

$950 million

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Water quality / environmental improvements

Money

Positive economic impact

By making capital investments, we are

assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland.

But how?

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Magnet for business

• Urban and waterfront real estate development

• Commercial entertainment• Sports and fishing competition• Museums• Water dependent industries

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Incubator forEnvironmental Excellence• Urban stream restoration• Innovative wastewater treatment• Bioremediation

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Improved quality of life

• Increases aesthetic appeal• Water as a magnet• Increases recreational opportunities• Ultimately makes entire region

more attractive to new residents and businesses

It is our responsibility to help people make these

connections so they support us in

“Assuring Clean Water for a Greater Cleveland.”

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Assuring clean water for a Greater Cleveland. www.NEORSD.org

The question is…

Do we have YOUR support?