Record #:

3747

Author(s):

Manual, John

Abstract:

The Neuse River Foundation was formed in 1980 by New Bern area citizens concerned over the health of the Neuse River. It is a model for eco- activism. Among its approaches are hiring a river keeper and taking legal action to ensure polluters obey the law.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 15 Issue 45, Nov 1997, p11-15, il

Subject(s):

Water--Pollution--Neuse River; Environmental protection--Neuse River--Citizen participation; Neuse River Foundation