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September 2026
“In this month’s issue we bring you: New OCB staff announcements; a question and answer with the Grays Harbor Stream Team on citizen science; and all you need to know about the Community Flood Assistance and Resilience (CFAR) program.”
August 2026
“In this month’s issue we bring you: Information on OCB’s last fair of the summer; an exciting milestone achievement for the Chehalis Basin Board; and a story of how a vision of resilient agriculture becomes reality through practical projects.”
June 2026
“As summer arrives in the Chehalis Basin, we’re looking forward to longer days and community gatherings. This month’s newsletter features information on: Community events Office of Chehalis Basin staff and partners will be tabling at this summer; a funding opportunity for Basin residents impacted by the December 2025 flooding; and a bass suppression study being conducted by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.”
May 2026
“As we head into late spring, we bring you this issue with an update on the Aberdeen–Hoquiam Flood Protection Project and restored funding; a look-ahead to summer construction and restoration and research projects across the Basin, and updates on recent leadership changes supporting this work.
April 2026
“As the Chehalis Basin shifts into spring, longer days and changing river conditions offer a moment to reflect on the work underway and the work ahead. In this issue we share progress and partnerships in noxious weed coordination and opportunities for citizen science and welcome a new member to the Chehalis Basin Board.”
March 2026
“This newsletter provides updates on a flood recovery workshop in January, highlights an Aquatic Species Restoration Program project, and extends thanks to Vickie Raines for her contributions to the Chehalis Basin Board over the past years!”
February 2026
“In this issue we provide information on our recently announced webinar which will give updates on the Long-Term Chehalis Basin Strategy evaluation; remind readers that the last day to submit public comments on the Revised Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed flow-through flood-control facility and airport levee improvements is tomorrow, Feb. 4.; share 2025 end-of-year reports for both the Office of Chehalis Basin and the Aquatic Species Restoration Program; and take a closer look at the Office of Chehalis Basin-supported projects across the Chehalis Basin through recent drone imagery, made possible by the launch of the Office of Chehalis Basin’s new drone program.”
January 2026
“In this issue, we share updates on recent flood damage and recovery efforts, outline upcoming opportunities for public comment on the Revised Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed flow-through flood-control dam and airport levee improvements – including a public hearing tonight in Centralia — and introduce the recently released report on the Local Actions Non-Dam (LAND) Alternative. “
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December 2025
“This month’s newsletter marks a major milestone for the Chehalis Basin Strategy: the release of the revised draft Environmental Impact Statement on the proposed Chehalis River flow-through dam and airport levee project, plus a reminder to sign up for Flood Warning System alerts, including new ones that were recently added to the Basin’s gage system. “
November 2025
“In this Nov. edition, we share updates on the National Flood Insurance Program, a summary of a recent restoration workshop, an exciting opportunity to get involved with citizen science in the region, and a brief overview of our ongoing outreach with Basin communities. “
October 2025
“This issue includes a recap of the first open house in Chehalis, details about the upcoming open house in Montesano, and information on the online open house; an update from our Community Flood Assistance and Resilience program; introduction of our new Community Flood Assistance and Resilience lead, Mitch Paine; and aquatic restoration project highlight on The Schafer Creek River Mile 8-9 Project. “
August 2025
“This issue includes details about upcoming open houses in Chehalis, Montesano, and online, and a wrap-up of the summer’s outreach season across the Basin. “
July 2025
“This issue includes updates on three important efforts happening this season: A closer look at the Comparative Analysis Framework guiding Board decisions, new iNaturalist projects that turn everyday observations into valuable data, and a snapshot of the continued restoration being done across the Basin. “
June 2025
“This issue includes updates about on-the-ground progress being made this summer, upcoming opportunities to connect, and how community input continues to guide the long-term Chehalis Basin Strategy. “