Strategic Water Quality Monitoring in Steuben County: Protecting Our Lakes and Streams 10/21/25
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Andy St. John of WLKI 100.3 hosts key local experts involved in the Strategic Water Quality Monitoring Program. Karen DeForest of the Steuben County Lakes Council, Janel Meyer of the Steuben County Soil and Water Conservation District, Kris Thomas from the City of Angola/MS4, and Alicia Walsh, Steuben County’s Chief Environmental Health Specialist to discuss the importance of protecting Steuben County’s abundant water resources.
With over 100 lakes and numerous streams, maintaining high-quality water is essential for the environment, recreation, property values, and public health. This ongoing, collaborative county-wide effort gathers critical data through intensive water testing to identify issues and inform solutions. Hear about the program’s challenges, successes, and what the future holds for water monitoring and conservation in the region.
Whether you’re a resident, landowner, or simply care about the environment, learn how the community can work together to safeguard Steuben County’s waterways for generations to come.
Angola/Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)
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