We will begin working with scientists, stakeholders, and decision-makers in 2018 to identify meaningful options for nutrient reductions.
Then, we will use the Salish Sea Model to evaluate the options to make sure they will result in meeting water quality standards for dissolved oxygen throughout Puget Sound. Once we understand the solutions that we need to improve water quality, we will decide the best way to implement those solutions as quickly and effectively as possible.
The best solution may be a water cleanup plan — called a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) — or an alternative to a TMDL. We want to begin working on solutions as soon as possible.