Representation of the Council to the public in a professional manner. . Timely and accurate provision of information. . Prompt and effective customer service to Public Works Department staff. . Promotion of public awareness and education on watershed issues. West Fork Pringle Creek watershed, including tributary Clark Creek, covers 8.6 square miles in the south hills of Salem.
Land uses are primarily residential and commercial.
Some stream sections are piped but most are open with channels modified to accommodate development. Most riparian areas lack native vegetation but natural riparian conditions exist on many private and park lands. Lower reaches support an introduced run of fall Chinook salmon. Water quality concerns are primarily temperature, turbidity, pH, toxics, and bacteria. A 12-member advisory group to the City of Salem Public Works Department representing businesses, schools, neighborhood associations, the building industry, watershed residents, and nonprofit organizations.