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<p>The Miami Conservancy�District�(MCD) is a watershed-based organization established in 1915 to provide flood protection for the Miami Valley after the Great Flood of 1913. In addition to flood protection,�MCD�plays an active role preserving floodplain, building a network of recreation trails and river access sites along the river corridors, and monitoring the quality and quantity of surface and groundwater resources.�MCD works collaboratively with other local watershed coordinators and community leaders�to make a positive impact on water resources in the Great Miami River Watershed. </p> <p>MCD, along with the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission, facilitates the Great Miami River Watershed Network. The Network is a clearinghouse organization that gives participants opportunities to discuss items of mutual concern, share ideas, and effectively leverage resources in the Great Miami River Watershed, primarily water resource-related. Participants include watershed coordinators, soil and water conservation professionals, environmental planners, representatives from local governments, businesses, state and federal agencies, universities &#8212; and anyone who has an interest in the Watershed. The participants determine the mission and strategic plan for the organization through a consensus-building process. The Network meets quarterly at locations throughout the Watershed. Upcoming meeting dates and locations are posted on the Network's website: <a href="http://www.miamiconservancy.org/water/"> http://www.miamiconservancy.org/water/gmrw_network.asp</a></p>