The CCWC – Chambers Clover Creek Watershed Council, is a forum for community members, residents, and agency staff to come together and identify issues and concerns in the watershed and possible solutions. All are welcome to attend! More info at: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/ccwc   WRIA 12, is our Water Resource Inventory Area.

The June 18th meeting will be our last CCWC regular meeting until September. We’ll be hosting Field Trips in place of our regular meetings in July and August. Stay tuned for those details!

CCWC MEETING NEXT WEEK

Our monthly meeting is scheduled for next Wednesday, June 18^th at 3:30 (agenda attached). Join us virtually via zoom (https://piercecountywa.zoom.us/j/98126193575). We will hear from a Small Grant Program Recipient and two other presentations:

• Small Grant Program Recipient: Bryant Montessori School Rain Garden Project
• United for Clean Water: The Power of Regional Partnerships- Cynthia Taylor, Thurston County Stream Team
• Beavers: Ecosystem Engineers-Joe Mouser, Beavers Northwest

Do you have ideas for this year’s Watershed Issues Forum? We’ll be discussing possible themes and want your input. Join the meeting next week to weigh in!

UPDATES & PARTNER EVENTS

CCWC FIELD TRIPS

Planning is underway for two field trips during our summer meeting hiatus. Stay tuned for more information!

• July- TBD
• August 20^th: Chambers Dam & other area updates

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING JUNE 20^TH

The City of Dupont has published a Revised Notice of Public Hearing for Pioneer Aggregates South Parcel Mine Expansion.

• Public Hearing Date & Time: June 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

TOXIC ALGAE WORKSHOP ON JUNE 18^TH

TPCHD will host a Toxic Algae workshop from 6-8pm on June 18^th, 2025. Join in person at Sprinker Recreation Center or join online. For more information:

• Visit Toxic Algae – Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department

ALLIANCE FOR HEALTHY SOUTH SOUND LIO SUMMER MEETING JUNE 26^TH

The Alliance for a Healthy South Sound (AHSS) exists to support coordinated and collaborative decision-making aimed at restoring and protecting the ecological and socio-economic health of South Puget Sound. Join the summer meeting focused on Stormwater Management and Healthy Shorelines.

• June 26, 2025, from 10am-12pm
• View the agenda HERE for more information and virtual meeting details.

PIERCE COUNTY TRAILS DAY JULY 25-27^TH

ForeverGreen Trails, in collaboration with governments, agencies, and non-profit groups (and anyone!), organizes opportunities throughout the county for all ages and abilities to promote healthy outdoor activities from birdwatching, hiking, skateboarding, biking, park cleanups, habitat restoration, trail maintenance and much, much more.

              • Find details here about scheduled activities or to learn about hosting an activity.

PIERCE COUNTY SEEKING SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Are you passionate about clean water, environmental stewardship, and community engagement? Pierce County is seeking dedicated volunteers to serve on the Surface Water Management Advisory Board—and we’d love to hear from you!

This board plays a key role in advising the Surface Water Management division on important water-related issues, including:

• Stormwater management
• Water quality improvement
• Habitat protection
• Flood risk reduction

As a board member, you’ll collaborate with fellow residents, provide community input on surface water programs, and help guide policy and funding decisions that impact our watersheds. Submit your application by June 30th at Storm Drainage and Surface Water Management Advisory Board Application. The application period will remain open until all positions are filled. For more information about the Surface Water Management Division, visit Surface Water Management | Pierce County, WA – Official Website. For questions: Please contact Angela Angove at angela.angove@piercecountywa.gov or 253-298-9165.

OTHER RESOURCES

• Beaver bill moving through Oregon legislature is aimed at improving water quality