Program Initiatives

	Soundkeeper's Filter Project Polluted runoff from our streets remains a critical problem for the health of Long Island Sound. This toxic runoff is a persistent and pervasive pollution problem. Soundkeeper's Filter Project has undertaken the task of resolving polluted runoff through an innovative yet non-invasive and cost efficient technology.
	Pump Out Program A program to eliminate sewage dumping by private citizen boaters.
	Ad Hoc Pollution Monitoring & Patrol Soundkeeper has built its reputation on addressing pollution problems as they arise by investigating, testing, and solving, or referring the problems to the proper authorities.
	Ad Hoc Legal & Legislative Response Soundkeeper monitors and takes legal and legislative action to protect the Sound's fisheries, marine life and wetlands.
	Fish Toxics Initiative As the first step in a new program initiative, Soundkeeper will begin collecting and testing local fish stock from the Sound as part of a national initiative to demonstrate the impact of airborne mercury emissions on marine life. This action is in direct response to the recent decision of the EPA to rollback limits and goals previously set. (see fish toxins information area.)
	Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Initiative An effort to increase water quality standards.
	NYC Sewage Dumping Action A legal action to stop dumping of poorly treated sewage.
	Eastchester Bay Restoration Projects Restoration and Education for a Bronx Community on Long Island Sound