The first step in addressing the
quality of an aquatic system
is identifying the problems.
Through a Diagnostic Study,
we will collect and analyze
the necessary data available.
This analysis allows us to
understand the complexity that
makes up most aquatic systems
and often reveals underlying
issues in addition to the more
obvious ones. Typical tasks of
a Diagnostic Study include:
In addition to providing recreation, a fishery can provide data on the health of an aquatic system. We have the equipment and the experience
to collect fisheries data in:
In addition to data collection and interpretation, we can provide management recommendations for restoring and maintaining a healthy, sustainable fishery.
Analysis of Waterbody's Current Condition Utilizing the most advanced technologies available, GIS Mapping is used to integrate this information and understand the watershed's current condition, which is an integral part of identifying potential solutions to improve a lake or stream's water quality.
JFNew provides both chemical and biological monitoring and data interpretation to gain a complete understanding of the lake or stream's water quality in developing improvement strategies.
JFNew goes beyond mere consulting. We work with clients to implement projects that have been determined to be feasible and beneficial. Our experience with construction of natural resource projects often allows us to minimize costly design services and move quickly into construction through designbuild processes. This strategy can be applied to any of the following:
Stormwater treatment includes diagnosing the source of pollutants, determining the most efficient filtering method and reducing impacts on the receiving waterway.
JFNew conducts feasibility studies to ensure that proposed solutions for treating water quality problems in a lake or stream are physically, economically, socially and environmentally viable.
Our experienced staff works with lake associations, conservancy districts, watershed groups and municipalities to develop sound watershed management plans. These plans are used to meet future project implementation funding requirements for state and federal grant programs.
JFNew has helped clients apply for grants to fund numerous projects. Because we have worked with a broad range of projects, we have an extensive database of potential funding sources for natural resource projects. This allows us to help our client find the best opportunities for meeting project goals. Our experience working with these programs also provides us with the knowhow to prepare applications that fit the program's criteria and, therefore, get funded. We are happy to help clients find and apply for local, state and federal program funds available for their projects.
Great Lakes Shorelands services
are based on understanding natural
processes and environmental
regulations that affect coastal
resources. JFNew's staff includes
recognized leaders in coastal
zone management issues. These
team members provide the
following services for individuals,
organizations, municipalities,
industry, marina operators, real
estate owners, and others. We
provide:
