Conversation series wrapping up in Jackson County
August 10, 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 Jackson County as part of a statewide series on clean energy, jobs, balanced growth and reducing exposure to toxics
Jackson County—Only one opportunity remains for Jackson 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 and develop broadly supported environmental priorities for Oregon’s 2011 Legislative Session. Oregon State Senator Alan Bates is attending all three discussions in Jackson 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 forum in Jackson County centered around balanced growth that protects our communities in the wake of the BP disaster. Last week’s discussion focused on job creation through the use of renewable energy made in the USA. These conversations have been lively, engaging, interesting and fun.
Next week, on August 18, the series wraps up in Jackson County with a conversation about reducing Oregonians’ exposure to dangerous toxics.
These issues top the list of environmental concerns for Oregonians. Each conversation lasts one hour, is facilitated by respected community leaders, and features topic-relevant experts from partner groups: 1000 Friends of Oregon, Environment Oregon, The Oregon Environmental Council, and The Renewable Northwest Project.
OLCV Ed Fund’s Summer Conversation Series with Senator Alan Bates:
Final forum
Date: August 18
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Southern Oregon University, Medford Campus Multi-Purpose Room #127/129, 229 N. Bartlett St., Medford
Topic: Reducing Oregonians’ exposure to dangerous toxics
Admission: Free
These forums are part of a statewide series of conversations organized by the OLCV Ed Fund. Communities in Clackamas, Deschutes and Marion counties have also been invited to discussions in their counties—attended by Senator Martha Schrader, Representative Judy Stiegler, 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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