Annual reports

The director may publish annual reports on the quality of the state waters, which annual report shall include, but not be limited to:

     (1)  A description of sampling programs and quality control methods procedures;

     (2)  Statistical analysis and interpretation of the data on an annual basis by specific points (monitoring stations);

     (3)  Discussion of the results of these analyses to the extent that the implications can be understood by the general public;

     (4)  Recommendations for the modification of the water quality monitoring program to enhance its effectiveness for maintaining high standards of water quality in the State; and

     (5)  A note of any significant changes in the quality of state waters. [L 1989, c 212, pt of §2]