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On Wednesday, May 23rd, the House passed SB 838 by a 41-18 vote.
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This bill will help the state take control of its energy future by pushing dramatic expansion of the use of renewable solar and wind power.
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As Representative Jackie Dingfelder (D-Portland) said in leading the floor debate: "This vote is the most important one you're going to take this session on promoting energy independence for Oregon."
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The 18 legislators who voted no should be embarassed for their backwards, head-in-the-sand approach that would leave Oregon more vulnerable to future spikes in fossil fuel prices and would fail to take meaningful action to combat global warming.
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| Find out who voted against Oregon's forward thinking energy plan and read more about the issue at our blog. |
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And then thank the ones who voted yes.
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Sybil Describes her Life in the Legislature
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 Sybil Ackerman is working in Salem this session as OLCV’s Legislative Affairs Director, lobbying on behalf of the Oregon Conservation Network’s Priorities. Sybil explains her experience of life as an environmental lobbyist in the 2007 Session. |
| I sat down in Hearing Room C today and thought, “Whew, this is the first hearing in a while that I can actually sit and listen to throughout without being uninterrupted.” |
| I’m writing this on May 2nd, just two days after the deadline for all bills to be worked out of their committee of origin, or end up in the graveyard where most of the 4,000-odd bills proposed in the beginning of session go. I am pleased to say that many of our bills did not end up in the graveyard – but they did have me working the graveyard shift for a while (ha ha). |
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These last two weeks have been an exciting whirlwind of two or three bills whizzing past my eyes and being worked out of committee quickly and efficiently...
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Continue reading Sybil's experience on our website.
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Or, check it out in our print newsletter, The Conservation Voter.
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| Your Home. Your Vote. Your Voice. |
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Watch Your Home. Your Vote. Your Voice. For 35 Years and Counting.
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| This six minute video tells a myriad of stories: Why do people seek political action to protect Oregon's environment? How did OLCV form? How does OLCV make a difference? What's at stake as we move forward? |
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If you would like to show this video at a film festival, to your friends and neighbors, or at an OLCV house party, contact Molly Kramer.
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E-waste: Have an old video camera?
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The OCN Priority bill to establish a system for recycling electronic waste ("E-Waste") should be voted on in the Senate any day now, after passing the House unanimously. That's great news.
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| Tens of thousands of televisions and computers containing toxic materials will be kept out of our landfills thanks to this bill. |
| Unfortunately, the bill doesn't cover video cameras or digital cameras. So we have a deal for you! If you have a video camera or digital camera that you're not using, but know it doesn't belong in the landfill, please give it to OLCV. We are looking for more opportunities to capture OLCV's work in images and video, but want to ask for your help with the equipment before we resort to buying any. |
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If you think you can help, please email Joy or call 503-224-4011.
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| Cheer to the Environment in Multnomah County |
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Join us (tonight!) for a great evening at the Multnomah County Chapter's Annual Wineworks Event on May 24th.
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Special guests: Portland City Commissioner Sam Adams and Senate Environment and Natural Resources Chair Brad Avakian.
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For $20 (you’re always welcome to give more) you'll receive a flight of Urban Wineworks tasty wines, delicious food generously provided by Ken's Aritisan Bakery, and live music from local favorites the Rising Violets.
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| When: Thursday May 24, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
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Where: Urban Wineworks, 407 NW 16th Ave
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RSVP: Call or email Meredith at 502-224-4011 x211.
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Global Warming in Newport
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In March, more than 100 people showed up to the OLCV Lincoln County Chapter's hosting of Bill Bradbury's presentation of "An Inconvenient Truth." Ready for a follow up? Curious about the science behind global warming?
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When: Friday, June 15, 7 pm – 9 pm
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Where: The Newport Visual Arts Center, 777 W Olive St, Newport, OR 97365
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What: The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Fourth Assessment Report: The Physical Science Basis
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Okay, we know the title isn't snazzy, but the subject matter is critical. Jeffrey Shaman, PhD, a climatologist and Assistant Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University will discuss the physics of climate change, along with what the IPCC Working Group predicts for the future if we fail to take action.
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Seating is limited. If you would like a seat, we strongly urge you to RSVP to Tresa, 503-244-4011 x200.
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Discuss permaculture and gardening topics with featured expert Jude Hobbs of Cascadia Landscape Design at the OLCV Lane County Chapter's summer garden party.
This Chapter fundraiser features Special Guest Eugene City Councilor Andrea Ortiz and other local elected officials.
Saturday, June 16
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
hosted by: Marilyn Mohr and Hans Wittig
1085 N. Park Ave, Eugene, OR
to RSVP: call 541-461-4512 or email Meredith.
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| OLCV is Scene and Heard |
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In case you missed it, OLCV's Annual Dinner made it in the Oregonian's "Scene and Heard."
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Check out more photos from the Dinner.
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| Save the Date! |
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July 22 - Salmon and Tuna Bake with Silent Auction in Newport (details will be announced)
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| Email Tresa for more information. |
| June 26 - Clackamas County Conservation Forum |
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OLCV Education Fund hosts a Clackamas County Conservation Forum with County Commissioner Martha Scharder
June 26, 6:30-8:30 PM
Willamette Falls Hospital, Oregon City, Health and Education Ctr Room "D"
For more infomation please call 503-224-3924 or email Meredith.
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