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In a newly coordinated venture several state agencies in Indiana are working to provide information about blue-green algae in our waterways. The effort formed due to concerns over blue-green algae in Indiana and a general lack of understanding regarding the threat they actually pose. Algae are commonly found in Indiana lakes and streams without concern, however the concentrated presence of blue-green algae can be linked to some health effects and has prompted this project.

The coordinating agencies include the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, the Indiana State Department of Health, and the Indiana Board of Animal Health. These organizations, in cooperation with the Center for Earth and Environmental Science at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, have developed a multi-pronged approach to keeping the public informed of blue-green algae while further researching its presence and effects in waterways.

Senators Beverly Gard and James Merritt and Representative Brian Bosma hosted an informational meeting on April 29, 2008. During this meeting the cooperative effort was announced along with presentations by the participating agencies. Members of the audience included residents who live near Geist Reservoir and expressed concern about blue-green algae.

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