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| | ABOUT USThe Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District was created in 1984 through a locally-sponsored act of the State Legislature and the Governor’s corresponding signature of approval. Our MissionImprove the water quality of the Bayou Vermilion in an effort to promote the bayou as a recreational and cultural asset; To create and control viable economic development adjacent to Bayou Vermilion so as to provide a diversified economic base for the city and parish; and To do any and all acts to enhance the general condition of the Bayou Vermilion.
It is our belief that a healthy watershed is vital for a healthy environment and economy. Our watershed is a dynamic and unique place. It is a complex web of natural resources - soil, water, air, plants and animals. Yet, everyday activities can affect these resources, ultimately affecting our well-being and economic livelihood. Much Accomplished. Much Still to Do. Water quality has improved greatly since we began our work. Back then, the Bayou Vermilion was considered one of the most polluted waterways in the nation. Over the past 20 years, the major pollution issues have been addressed and the watershed is coming back to life. Yet more work needs to be done. To protect the Bayou Vermilion watershed for the long run, we will: Foster cooperative projects that pool the resources of existing groups to address watershed and quality of life issues in Lafayette Parish and the region; Enable residents to learn about watershed protection through public presentations, distribution of information, seminars, classroom workshops, summer camps, and day trips, and create the means for them to take an active role in protecting their watershed; and Actively promote and develop recreational amenities throughout the Bayou Vermilion watershed.
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