Conversation series wrapping up in Deschutes County

August 16, 2010
Contact: Toby Van Fleet,
OLCV Ed Fund Communications Director,
503-224-4011 x212, toby@olcv.org

Media Advisory: Summer Conversation Series wrapping up

One forum left in Deschutes County as part of a statewide series on clean energy, jobs, and reducing exposure to toxics

Deschutess County—Only one opportunity remains for Deschutes County residents to participate in the Summer Conversation Series. The statewide series of forums has been organized by the Oregon League of Conservation Voters Education Fund as a way for community members to discuss key environmental and economic issues. Oregon State Representative Judy Stiegler is attending all three discussions in Deschutes County.

All community members are encouraged to attend and participate, and there is no cost for admission. Each conversation focuses on only one topic. The first two forums in Deschutes County centered around creating jobs and reducing our dependence on fossil fuels—in the wake of the BP disaster—by investing in renewable energy made in the USA. These conversations have been lively, engaging, interesting and fun.

Next week, on August 24, the series wraps up in Deschutes County with a conversation about reducing Oregonian’s exposure to toxic chemicals.

These issues top the list of environmental concerns for Oregonians. The forums are each one-hour conversations facilitated by respected community leaders and featuring topic-relevant experts.

OLCV Ed Fund’s Summer Conversation Series with Rep. Judy Stiegler: Final forum

Date: August 18
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Central Oregon Community College’s Boyle Education Center, Room 155, 2600 N.W. College Way, Bend
Topic: Reducing Oregonian’s exposure to toxic chemicals
Admission: Free

These forums are part of a statewide series of conversations organized by the OLCV Ed Fund. Communities in Clackamas, Jackson and Marion counties have also been invited to discussions in their counties—attended by Senator Martha Schrader, Senator Alan Bates and Representative Brian Clem respectively. For more information on the series, visit www.olcveducationfund.org/summerseries.

The Oregon League of Conservation Voters Education Fund  is the sister organization of the Oregon League of Conservation Voters, and administers programs that help citizens learn how to make real changes in their community—like improving the quality of their water and air and protecting neighborhoods, farmland, and wildlife. www.olcveducationfund.org.

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