The New York Department of environmental Conservation (DEC) decided to spend $2 million dollars on aiding organizations that will help in preventing invasive aquatic species from spreading throughout important New York waterways. These grants are meant to help in turning these species away and install decontamination stations for the areas still threatened by these creatures. State Senator Michael Nozzolio made the statement that protecting the world renowned Finger Lakes Region will surely benefit from these protective measures, and so will the residents, farmers, business owners, sportsmen, vacationers, and boaters. Nozzolio makes the great point that "By investing in preservation and minimizing the harm aquatic invasive species cause, we are investing in the region’s economy and in the future of our communities." These grants, ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 each, are subject to be given based on high priority, especially for businesses and projects bordering bodies of water with at least 50% public ownership. I personally find this state funding to be a great idea, as long as this so called removal of species is not excessively destructive and is safely regulated for both the public and creatures.
http://www.lansingstar.com/news-page/12240-state-funding-to-help-prevent-aquatic-invasive-species
http://www.lansingstar.com/news-page/12240-state-funding-to-help-prevent-aquatic-invasive-species