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Resources and Links

• The Maryland DNR Forest Service presents the "Backyard Buffers" program.  This program is designed to assist homeowners with land 5 acres or less, who have a stream or other waterway on or adjacent to their property to create a stramside buffer of native trees and shrubs. Supplies are limited, first come - first served. (new 10/26/12)    Flyer 1     Flyer 2        
• WIP Project Spotlight Video (new 10/3/12)
• MDE - Accounting for Growth (new 9/21/12)
• Potential Funding Sources
• Environmental Protection Agency - Chesapeake Bay TMDL
• Maryland Department of Environment - Chesapeake Bay TMDL
• Maryland Department of Environment - Phase II WIP Development Support 
• Maryland Department of Environment - TMDL Development Home Page
• Maryland Department of Agriculture - Queen Anne's County AG WIP Information
• A new video featuring the City of Lancaster’s Mayor and Director of Public Works speaking to the emerging Green Infrastructure strategy the City is undertaking to reduce stormwater overflows and continue to build a healthy, vibrant community.
• Choose Clean Water Coalition - A report  put together on local WIPs, prepared in response to questions of "what makes a good WIP?"
  Cleaning up Local Waters and the Bay: Ideas and Best Management Practices in Maryland’s Watershed Implementation Plans