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bly expanded plans to correct existing problems or in anticipation of future growth. This action could involve the creation of a model ordinance or plan that each community customizes to meet their needs. The Avon and Vail ordinances could be used as examples. The Northwest Colorado Council of Governments (NWCCOG) Quantity and Quality Program is also an important resource for this action. The model plan or analysis should include information on standards, public education, an inventory of existing local and regional programs, and applicable state and fed- eral regulations. By adopting similar water quality plans on a local level, there is also greater likelihood that miti- gation and enforcement will be dealt with consistently. 4. DEVELOP PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM ABOUT LOCAL WATER QUALITY The public should be better informed on water quality issues in the watershed particularly regarding drinking water, how different land uses impact water quality, what individuals can do to pro- tect/enhance water quality, who are major consumers of water and potential major polluters. Information on water quality could be disseminated in several ways such as the "State of the Water" report that is described in Chapter 3: Implementation. 5. DEVELOP WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAMS TO PROTECT DRINK- ING WATER As a preventative measure, develop a wellhead protection program to protect drinking water quality from pollution of the water source. The State of Colorado Department of Public Health and 34 ~- " ( - .~ ~ Environment administers a voluntary program for wellhead protection pro- grams that local communities can imple- ment to protect their groundwater and surface water resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3.2. OBJECTIVE: Create Stronger Linkage Between Water Quality and Water Quantity Planning In-basin water quantity is limited, and further depletions will impact in-stream water quali- ty, therefore water quantity "enhancement" actions should be implemented. Recommended Action 1. See Chapter 4: Water Quantity for specific actions related to improving water quantity in the watershed. 5.3.3. OBJECTIVE: Minimize Water Quality Impacts from Runoff Associated with Various Land Uses Recommended Actions 1. IMPLEMENT APPROPRIATE BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMPs) Water quality impacts from various land uses can be minimized through the use of "Best Management Practices" (BMPs). Appropriate BMPs can be implemented throughout the Eagle River watershed to reduce the water quality impacts associ- ated with increasing urbanization. It should be stressed that natural approaches such as maintaining vegeta- tive cover and maintaining the riparian vegetation are usually more effective and less costly than structural improve- ments.