Water

organization organization_description first name address city state zip contact_phone available resources available services available programs

A Closer Look Inspections A Closer Look Inspections is a US EPA and NYS DOH listed radon contractor. Services also include radon testing, diagnostics and mitigation, water quality testing, septic dye testing, and residential structural and mechanical inspections. The company provides free in-house consultation and estimates for mitigation of elevated radon levels. Tom McHugh P.O. Box 145 Dryden NY 13053 607-844-3399
See above for services. EPA brochures are available free by request, they include: “Citizens’ Guide to Radon”, “Consumers’ Guide to Radon Reduction Methods”, “Buyers’ and Sellers’ Guide to Radon Testing Methods”.

Bianchi Trison Corporation The Bianchi Trison Corporation provides demolition and environmental cleanup services. Bob Grosvenor 300 Long Branch Rd. Syracuse NY 13209 315-453-0001
Removal of organic matter and other waste materials is the main service of Bianchi Trison.

Buck Engineering, Buck Environmental Labs, Inc. Buck Engineering provides environmental assessments, indoor air quality assistance, industrial stack permits, SPDES permits, and asbestos abatement, monitoring, and design. Buck Envronmental Labs provide NYSDDA ELAP approved laboratory analysis of potable water, wastewater, solid and hazardous waste, soil, air, asbestos, and stack emissions. John Buck 3845 Rt. 11 South Cortland NY 13045 607-753-3403

Cayuga Lake Conservation Association The Cayuga Lake Conservation Association is concerned with Cayuga Lake, its watershed, and all the factors and forces that affect the quality of life in and around the lake. The Association’s goal is to prevent or eradicate any pollution endangering the foremost natural resource of the region, Cayuga Lake. Doris Brown/ Dooley Kiefer P.O. Box 237 Ithaca NY 14850 607-273-6173
The CLCA informs and educates the public, publishes newsletters and reports, monitors and conducts research, participates with agency hearings, and cooperates with other organizations.

Comprehensive Analytical Group, Inc. Comprehensive Analytical Group is a lead and asbestos laboratory, training school, and sample collection firm that handles both public and private environmental consulting. Patrick Anson 7260 Caswell St. N. Syracuse NY 13212 800-625-1512 Public seminar available on lead based paint problems and solutions. CAG, Inc. offers testing for lead and copper in water, lead in paint, and asbestos in buildings. The business also conducts building surveys for asbestos and lead.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Local Government Program The Cornell Local Government Program promotes water resources protection and management, public issues education, watershed collaboration among local jurisdictions, linkages to state and federal agencies, and conflict management. Lyle Raymond 425 Hollister Hall, Cornell University Ithaca NY 14853-3501 607-255-5943

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension’s mission is to disseminate and encourage the application of research generated knowledge and leadership techniques to individuals, families, businesses, and communities. CCE offers programs for youth and adults in many areas, including natural resources appreciation and stewardship, preservation of indoor and outdoor environments, water quality education, non-point source pollution prevention, land use policy, composting, waste reduction, and pesticide education. Sharon Anderson 615 Willow Ave. Ithaca NY 14850 607-272-2292 Publications on composting, water quality, water and sewer systems, indoor air quality, forestry for a variety of purposes, home gardening, pest management, soils, environmental education and stewardship and curricula for youth and adults who work with youth. Services from the CCE include: public forums on environmental issues, satellite conferences, plant diagnositic services, soil nutrient testing, pest management recommendations, telephone helplines, training for adults who work with youth, and volunteer leaders for 4-H clubs.

Diagnostic Lab., Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine The Diagnostic Laboratory is involved in the New York City Watershed Agricultural Program. Members of the program are studying the prevalence of Giardia and Cryptosporidium in domestic and wild animals as well as the risk of water contamination by those parasites. The Lab studies management practices on farms to determine if changes in farm management will reduce the risk of water contamination. Susan Wade P.O. Box 5786 Ithaca NY 14852 607- 253-3581
The Lab offers diagnostic services (parasites, bacteria, viruses, toxicants) for animals, as well as presentation materials on the New York City Watershed Program.

Empire Soils Investigations, Inc. Empire Soils Investigations is an environmental consulting firm that specializes in soil and groundwater investigations and environmental site assessments. Thomas Biel 105 Corona Ave. Groton NY 13073 607-898-5881
Technical services are available; please contact ESI for more information.

Ichthyological Associates, Inc. Ichthyological Associates is an environmental research and consulting firm that assists industry, municipalities, and private individuals in providing services under conditions that are compatible with the environment. Services include: environmental assessments, wetland delineation and mitigation, water quality investigation, fisheries evaluations and management, wildlife investigations, habitat evaluation and enhancement, project permitting under SEQR as well as zebra mussel monitoring and control strategies. Madelyn Stafford-Glase 50 Ludlowville Rd. Lansing NY 14882 607-533-8801 Water quality and chemistry equipment, sampling and surveying equipment Ichthyological Associates provides environmental assessments, wetland delineations and mitigation strategies, water quality investigations, habitat evaluation and enhancement, and project permitting services.

Institute on Science & the Environ. for Teachers, Cornell The Institute on Science and the Environment for Teachers promotes middle school and high school teaching and learning about aquatic environmental systems. William Carlsen 428 Kennedy Hall, Cornell University
Ithaca NY 14853 607-255-9257
Participating teams of science teachers from across New York State receive summer coursework, equipment, supplies, and access to a toll-free computer bulletin board system.

National Biological Survey, Cortland Field Station The National Biological Survey gathers, analyzes and disseminates biological information necessary for good stewardship of natural resources. The Cortland Field Station conducts environmental research geared towards protecting and restoring aquatic natural resources. Dr. James H. Johnson 3075 Gracie Rd. Cortland NY 13045 607-753-9391
Educational resources and lab tours will be provided if requested in advance.

NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation, Cortland Office The Cortland office of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is the point of contact for Tompkins County residents with questions for the DEC . The office is responsible for the adminstration of DEC policy in the greater Cortland area. For fuller description of the DEC, please see this directory’s listing for the NYS DEC State Headquarters. Tom Chiotti P.O. Box 1169, Fisher Ave. Cortland NY 13045 607-753-3095
The DEC provides permitting, policy interpretation, mediation, and enforcement services.

NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation, Region 7 Office The Region 7 office is the regional branch of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. As with the state headquarters, this branch is concerned with the management of natural resources and the protection of environmental quality. The Region 7 office issues permits for the disposal of various wastes and serves as a liason between the residents of Region 7 and the DEC State Headquarters. Sue Miller 615 Erie Blvd., West Syracuse NY 13204 315-426-7400
Responsible for the enforcement of environmental laws within Region 7. Environmental violations should be reported to the Regional Dispatch Center at 315-426-7433. Other services are permit and policy interpretation, mediation, and consultation on environmental issues.

NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation, State Headquarters Established in 1970, the Department of Environmental Conservation oversees environmental quality and natural resource management in New York State. The DEC manages fish and wildlife resources and state lands. It also issues permits to control: pollution of air and water; use of pesticides; transportion and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes, and mining and mined land reclaimation. The DEC provides many hotlines for various issues, please see the hotline section of this directory. Additionally, division and telephone numbers are included in Appendix B. Michael Cavanaugh 50 Wolf Rd. Albany NY 12233 518-457-0849
The DEC provides environmental remediation programs and assists local governements in funding waste water treatment plants. The DEC also carries out and/or oversees remediaton of inactive hazardous waste disposal sites.

NYS Water Resources Institute, Cornell University NYS Water Resources Institute provides technical assistance to communities and other entities concerned with understanding and managing the state’s water resources. It also sponsors and pursues water-related activities. Keith Porter 472 Hollister Hall, Cornell University Ithaca NY 14853 607-255-5941 Catalog of materials available upon request NYSWRI provides information and technology for agriculture pest control and crop management, assistance with protection of water resources, creation of mathematical models and databases for evaluating the mobility and persistence of contaminants, and technical assistance to dairy farmers.

Remediation Technologies, Inc. Remediation Technologies is a full-service environmental consulting, engineering, and remediation company. The Ithaca office is one of 13 offices nationwide; its staff consists of engineers, geologists, soil scientists, and technicians. The RETEC Ithaca office specializes in the investigation of contaminated soil and groundwater, selection and design of remedial strategies (RI/FS preparation), site clean-up, water treatment and cost effective waste management. Joe Kreifinger 1001 W. Seneca St., Suite 204 Ithaca NY 14850 607-277-5716
RETEC’s services include site investigations, risk assessments, environmental permitting, environmental compliance assessments, environmental program development/management and underground storage tank management.

Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Company The Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Company supervises, operates and maintains the Bolton Point Water System which supplies high quality water to the Towns of Dryden, Ithaca and Lansing, and the Villages of Cayuga Heights and Lansing. The SCLIWC participates in research and studies related to the management and protection of its water source, Cayuga Lake. Kevin Kaufman 1402 East Shore Dr. Ithaca NY 14850 607-277-0660
SCLIWC offers a water quality database, water use database, and internal studies relating to water treatment. SCLIWC provides tours and presentations for public education purposes and related laboratory testing services.

Terrestrial Environmental Specialists, Inc. Terrestrial Environmental Specialists is a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm. TES has expertise in terrestrial ecology, aquatic ecology, wetlands, forestry, land use, recreation, noise, and water quality. The firm provides environmental services, such as impact analysis and permitting. These services are typically provided under contract to government agencies and private developers, often through the client’s engineers or legal counsel. Edward T. Reed R.D. 1 Box 388, Co. Route 6 Phoenix NY 13135 315-695-7228
Environmental impact statements, impact assessments, permit applications, mitigation planning, and expert testimony are all available.

Tompkins County Division of Environmental Health The Division of Environmental Health is a regulatory and educational agency that investigates and controls public health concerns, which include drinking water, sewage treatment, recreation facilities, open burning, rabies, and food services. John Andersson 401 Harris B. Dates Dr. Ithaca NY 14850 607-274-6688
The Division provides inspections and permits, public health nuisance and emergency response, facility operator education, and public outreach. Other services include inventories of waste sites, regulated facilities, and water systems.

Tompkins County Planning Department The County Planning Department is comprised of several divisions: natural resource planning, comprehensive long range planning, local government planning, and economic development planning. The Department assists many citizen committees and task forces, and provides the public with maps and information on topics such as demographic trends, census data, flood zones, housing density, and natural resources. Specific environmental programs include: water quality, agricultural viability, county-owned forest management, and unique natural areas. James Hanson, Jr. 121 E. Court St. Ithaca NY 14850 607- 274-5560
The Planning Department provides mapping services, demographic information, and various reports and plans.

Tompkins County Soil & Water Conservation District The Soil and Water Conservation District provides technical assistance and education to county land users and governments to promote the wise use and conservation of soil, water, and related resources. Program areas include water quality protection, wetland investigations, permit applications, erosion and sediment control, agricultural waste management, stormwater management, critical area protection, stream-bank stabilization, house site evaluation, conservation education, annual seedling sales, and the Pond Stocking Program. District Manager 903 Hanshaw Rd. Ithaca NY 14850 607-257-3820
The SWCD provides information on soils, topography, DEC wetlands, DEC protected streams, flood zones, and national wetlands inventory maps. Aerial photographs, soil conservation videos, and various educational materials are also available.

Tompkins County Water Quality Steering Committee The Water Quality Steering Committee is composed of water quality professionals whose duty is to implement the Water Quality Strategy Plan, which was adopted by the Tompkins County Board of Representatives. The WQSC coordinates and conducts programs in public education, scientific research, erosion studies, and water quality coalition building. James Skaley 121 E. Court St. Ithaca NY 14850 607-274-5560
Public education, research materials, and general information are all available upon request.

US Army Corps of Engineers The US Army Corps of Engineers has responsibility for the development of national water resources, and the operation and maintenance of completed water resource projects. This nationwide civil works organization consists of three hundred officers and thirty thousand civilians. Buffalo Office 1776 Niagara St. Buffalo NY 14207 716-879-4433
The Army Corps of Engineers is engaged in the development of major water resource projects and provides educational materials to the public.

US Geological Survey The US Geological Survey’s Water Resource Division is involved with defining, cataloging, and compiling data related to the water resources of the United States. USGS stores and collects information on surface and ground water, including the location, quantity, quality, and management of these natural resources for public use. Edward Bugliosi 903 Hanshaw Rd. Ithaca NY 14850 607-266-0217 Maps related to water resources, slides, reports, digital information, internet info, etc. USGS provides educational materials. Co-op program where public organizations can match funds with USGS federal funds to help develop and assess supply, quality, and quantity of water resources.

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service field office serves as a contact for wetland issues, Ecosystem Based Assistance, and Whole Farm Planning. The Service acts in partnership with the Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The organization was formerly known as the USDA Soil Conservation Service. Linda Szeliga 903 Hanshaw Rd. Ithaca NY 14850 607-257-3820 Soil Survey, aerial photographs, topographic maps, NYS Freshwater Wetlands, FWS Wetlands Inventory, posters, videos. Site visits, meetings, presentations by specialists.

organization	organization_description	first name	address	city	state	zip	contact_phone	available resources	available services	available programs
A Closer Look Inspections	A Closer Look Inspections is a US EPA and NYS DOH listed radon contractor. Services also include radon testing, diagnostics and mitigation, water quality testing, septic dye testing, and residential structural and mechanical inspections. The company provides free in-house consultation and estimates for mitigation of elevated radon levels.	Tom McHugh	P.O. Box 145	Dryden	NY	13053	607-844-3399		See above for services. EPA brochures are available free by request, they include: “Citizens’ Guide to Radon”, “Consumers’ Guide to Radon Reduction Methods”, “Buyers’ and Sellers’ Guide to Radon Testing Methods”.
Bianchi Trison Corporation	The Bianchi Trison Corporation provides demolition and environmental cleanup services.	Bob Grosvenor	300 Long Branch Rd.	Syracuse	NY	13209	315-453-0001		Removal of organic matter and other waste materials is the main service of Bianchi Trison.
Buck Engineering, Buck Environmental Labs, Inc.	Buck Engineering provides environmental assessments, indoor air quality assistance, industrial stack permits, SPDES permits, and asbestos abatement, monitoring, and design. Buck Envronmental Labs provide NYSDDA ELAP approved laboratory analysis of potable water, wastewater, solid and hazardous waste, soil, air, asbestos, and stack emissions.	John Buck	3845 Rt. 11 South	Cortland	NY	13045	607-753-3403
Cayuga Lake Conservation Association	The Cayuga Lake Conservation Association is concerned with Cayuga Lake, its watershed, and all the factors and forces that affect the quality of life in and around the lake. The Association’s goal is to prevent or eradicate any pollution endangering the foremost natural resource of the region, Cayuga Lake.	Doris Brown/ Dooley Kiefer	P.O. Box 237	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-273-6173		The CLCA informs and educates the public, publishes newsletters and reports, monitors and conducts research, participates with agency hearings, and cooperates with other organizations.
Comprehensive Analytical Group, Inc.	Comprehensive Analytical Group is a lead and asbestos laboratory, training school, and sample collection firm that handles both public and private environmental consulting.	Patrick Anson	7260 Caswell St.	N. Syracuse	NY	13212	800-625-1512	Public seminar available on lead based paint problems and solutions.	CAG, Inc. offers testing for lead and copper in water, lead in paint, and asbestos in buildings. The business also conducts building surveys for asbestos and lead.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Local Government Program	The Cornell Local Government Program promotes water resources protection and management, public issues education, watershed collaboration among local jurisdictions, linkages to state and federal agencies, and conflict management.	Lyle Raymond	425 Hollister Hall, Cornell University	Ithaca	NY	14853-3501	607-255-5943
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County	Cornell Cooperative Extension’s mission is to disseminate and encourage the application of research generated knowledge and leadership techniques to individuals, families, businesses, and communities. CCE offers programs for youth and adults in many areas, including natural resources appreciation and stewardship, preservation of indoor and outdoor environments, water quality education, non-point source pollution prevention, land use policy, composting, waste reduction, and pesticide education.	Sharon Anderson	615 Willow Ave.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-272-2292	Publications on composting, water quality, water and sewer systems, indoor air quality, forestry for a variety of purposes, home gardening, pest management, soils, environmental education and stewardship and curricula for youth and adults who work with youth.	Services from the CCE include: public forums on environmental issues, satellite conferences, plant diagnositic services, soil nutrient testing, pest management recommendations, telephone helplines, training for adults who work with youth, and volunteer leaders for 4-H clubs.
Diagnostic Lab., Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine	The Diagnostic Laboratory is involved in the New York City Watershed Agricultural Program. Members of the program are studying the prevalence of Giardia and Cryptosporidium in domestic and wild animals as well as the risk of water contamination by those parasites. The Lab studies management practices on farms to determine if changes in farm management will reduce the risk of water contamination.	Susan Wade	P.O. Box 5786	Ithaca	NY	14852	607- 253-3581		The Lab offers diagnostic services (parasites, bacteria, viruses, toxicants) for animals, as well as presentation materials on the New York City Watershed Program.
Empire Soils Investigations, Inc.	Empire Soils Investigations is an environmental consulting firm that specializes in soil and groundwater investigations and environmental site assessments.	Thomas Biel	105 Corona Ave.	Groton	NY	13073	607-898-5881		Technical services are available; please contact ESI for more information.
Ichthyological Associates, Inc.	Ichthyological Associates is an environmental research and consulting firm that assists industry, municipalities, and private individuals in providing services under conditions that are compatible with the environment. Services include: environmental assessments, wetland delineation and mitigation, water quality investigation, fisheries evaluations and management, wildlife investigations, habitat evaluation and enhancement, project permitting under SEQR as well as zebra mussel monitoring and control strategies.	Madelyn Stafford-Glase	50 Ludlowville Rd.	Lansing	NY	14882	607-533-8801	Water quality and chemistry equipment, sampling and surveying equipment	Ichthyological Associates provides environmental assessments, wetland delineations and mitigation strategies, water quality investigations, habitat evaluation and enhancement, and project permitting services.
Institute on Science & the Environ. for Teachers, Cornell	The Institute on Science and the Environment for Teachers promotes middle school and high school teaching and learning about aquatic environmental systems.	William Carlsen	428 Kennedy Hall, Cornell University	Ithaca	NY	14853	607-255-9257		Participating teams of science teachers from across New York State receive summer coursework, equipment, supplies, and access to a toll-free computer bulletin board system.
National Biological Survey, Cortland Field Station	The National Biological Survey gathers, analyzes and disseminates biological information necessary for good stewardship of natural resources. The Cortland Field Station conducts environmental research geared towards protecting and restoring aquatic natural resources.	Dr. James H. Johnson	3075 Gracie Rd.	Cortland	NY	13045	607-753-9391		Educational resources and lab tours will be provided if requested in advance.
NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation, Cortland Office	The Cortland office of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is the point of contact for Tompkins County residents with questions for the DEC . The office is responsible for the adminstration of DEC policy in the greater Cortland area. For fuller description of the DEC, please see this directory’s listing for the NYS DEC State Headquarters.	Tom Chiotti	P.O. Box 1169, Fisher Ave.	Cortland	NY	13045	607-753-3095		The DEC provides permitting, policy interpretation, mediation, and enforcement services.
NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation, Region 7 Office	The Region 7 office is the regional branch of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. As with the state headquarters, this branch is concerned with the management of natural resources and the protection of environmental quality. The Region 7 office issues permits for the disposal of various wastes and serves as a liason between the residents of Region 7 and the DEC State Headquarters.	Sue Miller	615 Erie Blvd., West	Syracuse	NY	13204	315-426-7400		Responsible for the enforcement of environmental laws within Region 7. Environmental violations should be reported to the Regional Dispatch Center at 315-426-7433. Other services are permit and policy interpretation, mediation, and consultation on environmental issues.
NYS Dept. of Environ. Conservation, State Headquarters	Established in 1970, the Department of Environmental Conservation oversees environmental quality and natural resource management in New York State. The DEC manages fish and wildlife resources and state lands. It also issues permits to control: pollution of air and water; use of pesticides; transportion and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes, and mining and mined land reclaimation. The DEC provides many hotlines for various issues, please see the hotline section of this directory. Additionally, division and telephone numbers are included in Appendix B.	Michael Cavanaugh	50 Wolf Rd.	Albany	NY	12233	518-457-0849		The DEC provides environmental remediation programs and assists local governements in funding waste water treatment plants. The DEC also carries out and/or oversees remediaton of inactive hazardous waste disposal sites.
NYS Water Resources Institute, Cornell University	NYS Water Resources Institute provides technical assistance to communities and other entities concerned with understanding and managing the state’s water resources. It also sponsors and pursues water-related activities.	Keith Porter	472 Hollister Hall, Cornell University	Ithaca	NY	14853	607-255-5941	Catalog of materials available upon request	NYSWRI provides information and technology for agriculture pest control and crop management, assistance with protection of water resources, creation of mathematical models and databases for evaluating the mobility and persistence of contaminants, and technical assistance to dairy farmers.
Remediation Technologies, Inc.	Remediation Technologies is a full-service environmental consulting, engineering, and remediation company. The Ithaca office is one of 13 offices nationwide; its staff consists of engineers, geologists, soil scientists, and technicians. The RETEC Ithaca office specializes in the investigation of contaminated soil and groundwater, selection and design of remedial strategies (RI/FS preparation), site clean-up, water treatment and cost effective waste management.	Joe Kreifinger	1001 W. Seneca St., Suite 204	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-277-5716		RETEC’s services include site investigations, risk assessments, environmental permitting, environmental compliance assessments, environmental program development/management and underground storage tank management.
Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Company	The Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Company supervises, operates and maintains the Bolton Point Water System which supplies high quality water to the Towns of Dryden, Ithaca and Lansing, and the Villages of Cayuga Heights and Lansing. The SCLIWC participates in research and studies related to the management and protection of its water source, Cayuga Lake.	Kevin Kaufman	1402 East Shore Dr.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-277-0660		SCLIWC offers a water quality database, water use database, and internal studies relating to water treatment. SCLIWC provides tours and presentations for public education purposes and related laboratory testing services.
Terrestrial Environmental Specialists, Inc.	Terrestrial Environmental Specialists is a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm. TES has expertise in terrestrial ecology, aquatic ecology, wetlands, forestry, land use, recreation, noise, and water quality. The firm provides environmental services, such as impact analysis and permitting. These services are typically provided under contract to government agencies and private developers, often through the client’s engineers or legal counsel.	Edward T. Reed	R.D. 1 Box 388, Co. Route 6	Phoenix	NY	13135	315-695-7228		Environmental impact statements, impact assessments, permit applications, mitigation planning, and expert testimony are all available.
Tompkins County Division of Environmental Health	The Division of Environmental Health is a regulatory and educational agency that investigates and controls public health concerns, which include drinking water, sewage treatment, recreation facilities, open burning, rabies, and food services.	John Andersson	401 Harris B. Dates Dr.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-274-6688		The Division provides inspections and permits, public health nuisance and emergency response, facility operator education, and public outreach. Other services include inventories of waste sites, regulated facilities, and water systems.
Tompkins County Planning Department	The County Planning Department is comprised of several divisions: natural resource planning, comprehensive long range planning, local government planning, and economic development planning. The Department assists many citizen committees and task forces, and provides the public with maps and information on topics such as demographic trends, census data, flood zones, housing density, and natural resources. Specific environmental programs include: water quality, agricultural viability, county-owned forest management, and unique natural areas.	James Hanson, Jr.	121 E. Court St.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607- 274-5560		The Planning Department provides mapping services, demographic information, and various reports and plans.
Tompkins County Soil & Water Conservation District	The Soil and Water Conservation District provides technical assistance and education to county land users and governments to promote the wise use and conservation of soil, water, and related resources. Program areas include water quality protection, wetland investigations, permit applications, erosion and sediment control, agricultural waste management, stormwater management, critical area protection, stream-bank stabilization, house site evaluation, conservation education, annual seedling sales, and the Pond Stocking Program.	District Manager	903 Hanshaw Rd.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-257-3820		The SWCD provides information on soils, topography, DEC wetlands, DEC protected streams, flood zones, and national wetlands inventory maps. Aerial photographs, soil conservation videos, and various educational materials are also available.
Tompkins County Water Quality Steering Committee	The Water Quality Steering Committee is composed of water quality professionals whose duty is to implement the Water Quality Strategy Plan, which was adopted by the Tompkins County Board of Representatives. The WQSC coordinates and conducts programs in public education, scientific research, erosion studies, and water quality coalition building.	James Skaley	121 E. Court St.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-274-5560		Public education, research materials, and general information are all available upon request.
US Army Corps of Engineers	The US Army Corps of Engineers has responsibility for the development of national water resources, and the operation and maintenance of completed water resource projects. This nationwide civil works organization consists of three hundred officers and thirty thousand civilians.	Buffalo Office	1776 Niagara St.	Buffalo	NY	14207	716-879-4433		The Army Corps of Engineers is engaged in the development of major water resource projects and provides educational materials to the public.
US Geological Survey	The US Geological Survey’s Water Resource Division is involved with defining, cataloging, and compiling data related to the water resources of the United States. USGS stores and collects information on surface and ground water, including the location, quantity, quality, and management of these natural resources for public use.	Edward Bugliosi	903 Hanshaw Rd.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-266-0217	Maps related to water resources, slides, reports, digital information, internet info, etc.	USGS provides educational materials.	Co-op program where public organizations can match funds with USGS federal funds to help develop and assess supply, quality, and quantity of water resources.
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service	The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service field office serves as a contact for wetland issues, Ecosystem Based Assistance, and Whole Farm Planning. The Service acts in partnership with the Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The organization was formerly known as the USDA Soil Conservation Service.	Linda Szeliga	903 Hanshaw Rd.	Ithaca	NY	14850	607-257-3820	Soil Survey, aerial photographs, topographic maps, NYS Freshwater Wetlands, FWS Wetlands Inventory, posters, videos. Site visits, meetings, presentations by specialists.