SB 6737 - DIGEST

(AS OF SENATE 2ND READING 2/16/02)

     Finds that each watershed in Washington is unique and requires its own management activities and techniques to protect and enhance the quality and stability of the watershed for the benefit of communities and residents.

     Finds that such activities and techniques are most effective and efficient when they fully integrate and utilize the collaborative efforts of interested citizens and businesses, nonprofit organizations, tribes, agencies of local, state, and federal government, and state colleges and universities and coordinate the implementation of adopted watershed plans.

     Creates a state watershed coordinating council.  The purpose of the council is to provide information sharing and coordination among local watershed organizations and state, federal, and tribal entities.