The Black River Area of Concern (AOC) is pleased to unveil its new logo. With the redesignation of the AOC, the Black River AOC Advisory Committee felt it was time for a fresh look. The Committee held a logo design contest and asked graphic design students at Lorain County Community College to submit examples. The top three designs were shared with the Committee, and members voted for their favorite. The winning logo's designer was Genesis Rivera. Expect to see it on the website, letterhead, educational materials, and marketing information. 

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Water has a new email subscription service that makes it easier for you to receive updates on topics that interest you. Topics include items such as climate change, drinking water, water infrastructure, and grants. Click the link, enter your email, and select the updates you want to receive. https://public.govdelivery.com/acco…/USAEPAOW/subscriber/new

The Lorain County Commissioners have been awarded $200,000 by the United States Environmental Protection Agency through the Brownfield Area-Wide Planning Grant program. The planning grant program will provide the county the opportunity to determine revitalization plans that best fit our vision for the future of the Broadway and 28th Street Corridor. The County Commissioners pledged $20,000 of in-kind services as a local match.

The Black River Area of Concern (AOC) has a new facilitating organization! We are pleased to welcome LoCo 'Yaks as the new facilitating organization for the Black River AOC Advisory Committee. LoCo 'Yaks, a kayak and paddlesport group in Lorain County, has been an active Advisory Committee member and advocate for the Black River watershed. The group's Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) Fund Grant Application was approved in October, and the application included plans for increased outreach in the community and a stronger presence in social media in an effort to engage more residents. LoCo 'Yaks assumes the facilitating organization responsibilities from the Lorain County General Health District. Congratulations, LoCo 'Yaks!