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City of Newport News
Back River and Warwick River Bacteria TMDL Action Plan
2024-2029 Permit Cycle
• A resident expressed concern that the draft Plan overlooks key issues, including feral cats,
lawn fertilizer runoff, and yard debris near storm drains. They emphasized the impact of deer
overpopulation on erosion, vegetation loss, and E. coli contamination (particularly in natural
areas such as the Mariners’ Museum and Park), and urged the City to address deer
management as part of its water quality efforts. Note: Management of the deer population
within The Mariners’ Park falls under the responsibility of the Mariners’ Museum and Park,
not the City of Newport News.
• A commenter suggested that the City should begin by banning plastic bags due to their
negative impact on wildlife and the environment.Jump to an indexed page (17 of 17)