Blue Plan Public Participation

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Blue Plan Public Participation

As stated in the Blue Plan Vision and Goals, the Blue Plan, "shall ultimately reflect the knowledge, perspectives, and needs of all stakeholders whose lives are touched by Long Island Sound." Norwalk Public Event November 2016

You're important to the Blue Plan

Your participation in the Blue Plan is essential to help us institute a plan that best supports your needs as a user of Long Island Sound. Your input can help shape the final outcomes and implementation of the plan. The final draft of the Blue Plan is being submitted to the Connecticut General Assembly Environment Committee before the start of the legislative session on February 5, 2020. Give your input on the Blue Plan while it is being considered for approval.

Get Involved!

Get involved in the Blue Plan process by attending the next public hearing or passing along your thoughts, ideas, and experiences.

An overview of this information is also available on our Blue Plan Basics: Public and Stakeholder Engagement Factsheet.

Join the Long Island Sound Blue Plan Listserv to receive updates on web postings, the legislative review process, and other information.
Share your concerns, interests, and input surrounding the Blue Plan on our Blue Plan Comment Form or email DEEP.BluePlanLIS@ct.gov.
Follow CT DEEP’s Facebook page to stay up-to-date on Blue Plan progress.
See what other members of the public have asked or commented on by taking a look at our Frequently Asked Questions and the Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes.

Content Last Updated February 7, 2020

Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection