Pete Domenici: “great endeavors begin with a vision. Last fall, I joined the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District and the Army Corps…”

“great endeavors begin with a vision. Last fall, I joined the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District and the Army Corps of Engineers in unveiling a vision that would rehabilitate and restore the Rio Grande Bosque in Albuquerque, NM. Today, I rise to introduce a bill that will make that vision a reality. Since last fall, the Army Corps of Engineers has undertaken the task of conducting a feasibility study so that we might gain a better understanding of how best to rehabilitate and restore this beautiful Albuquerque green belt. I remain grateful to each of the parties who have been involved with this idea since its inception. Each one contributes a very critical component. The Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District owns this vital part of the Bosque which runs from the National Hispanic Cultural Center north to the Paseo Del Norte bridge. The MRGCD has proven to be a valuable local partner in identifying areas for non-native species and other environmental restoration work. Additionally, MRGCD continues to work on the development and implementation of an educational campaign for local public schools on the importance of the Bosque.”