PARTNERING PROJECTS
MyRWA works with many organizations to accomplish our goals. Below are several projects that MyRWA is or has recently supported. Click on the project title for more information. Click here to view a list of our partners.
EPA STEERING COMMITTEE
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) convenes a Mystic River Watershed Steering Committee to address the issues and needs of the communities and natural resources of the Mystic River Watershed. The Steering Committee includes 22 organizations including not-for-profit community groups, local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Click here for more information on the EPA Steering Committee.
BLUEBACK HERRING RIVER ROUTE
The Blueback Herring River Route serves to link people from Somerville’s popular public park, Foss Park, and the Mystic River at the DCR Blessing of the Bay Boathouse. More information on the Blueback Herring River Route can be found by clicking the link here.
MYSTIC RIVER COLLABORATIVE PROJECT
The Mystic River Collaborative Project is an urban design and low impact development assessment project of Chelsea Creek. The goal of this project is to improve water quality of Chelsea Creek as well as access to the waterfront in this area. Click the link here for more information on the Mystic River Collaborative Project.
MYSTIC RIVER CORRIDOR STRATEGY PROJECT
This Project aims to create a collective vision for the Mystic River corridor to help communities advance the goal of realizing the full potential of the Mystic River. An outcome of this project includes the development of an information clearinghouse and web-based dynamic map of the Lower Mystic. More information on the Mystic River Corridor Strategy can be found by clicking the link here.