This letter describes the progress on the evaluation of the water quality of Balsam Lake according to the data collected from October 1990 to September 1991 as stated in their agreement.

Continuation of U. S. Geolicical Survey water quality monitoring, (conducted in 1988 and 1989), for 1991 through 1994. Sampling parameters are as described in table 1 of the application. Two other sites will be monitored in addition to the main basinfor paramenters as described in the application. An annual progress report is to be submitted after each year of monitoring. Project includes a formal presentation to the public and presentation of a final report in 1994. Data reporting format to beworked out in consultation with Dan Ryan, DNR District contact. Information will be disseminated to the public through public meetings and newsletter mailings. Project results will be reposited at Balsam Lake Village Hall and Library.

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