OLCV e-bulletin: Developing our priorities, summer savings and sustainable summer fun
OLCV’s new Legislative Affairs Director, Evan Manvel, coordinates the Oregon Conservation Network (OCN), a consortium of environmental groups who work to pass laws to protect Oregon’s air, water, and land. The OCN is currently developing its priorities for the 2009 Legislative session. Here is Evan’s take on the process:
"Day-long meetings. Seemingly unending discussions. Coordinating the efforts of fifty different environmental organizations, each with its own mission, from all across Oregon. Finding a way to reach common agreement on shared priorities.
Perhaps “fun” is not the first word I would use to describe the Oregon Conservation Network. But here’s a word I would use: Power."
But isn't it fun to have power? Read the rest of Evan's take on our blog.
Who says you have to sacrifice comfort in order to save money?
Here are just a few things that come to mind when it comes to living comfortably while cutting costs:
1. Enjoy the outdoors! It's often much cooler outside than in your house. Instead of turning on your air conditioner, why not people watch in the park or relax in the shade with a good book?
2. Plant trees. According to the US Department of Agriculture, well-placed trees can reduce overall cooling expenses by as much as 30% and can even save you 20% - 50% on heating bills.
3. Use ceiling fans instead of an air conditioner. You'll use less energy and save money.
4. And while it may not come to mind immediately, we can make sure we stay cool and avoid paying more than we can afford in the future is by getting our friends to join us in voting for the pro-environment candidates running for office this November. Help elect candidates that will make fighting global warming a priority to ensure our children have a beautiful and healthy Oregon to enjoy for more than just a summer.
For a full list of pro-environment candidates that have received OLCV's seal of approval, and for up-to-date election news, visit www.olcv.org/elections.
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Last month, over eighty people gathered at the 2008 Sustainable Seafood Bake and Silent Auction in Newport, Oregon.
(Pictured: local OLCV activist Rolla Cleaver, Newport City Councilor Jeff Bertuleit, community activist Carla Perry and Newport City Councilor Terry Obteshka)
The Sustainable Seafood Bake and Silent Auction is an annual fundraiser for the Lincoln County Chapter of OLCV and the entire event is organized by the all-volunteer Lincoln County steering committee.
Guests enjoyed music by Joe Jordan along with their choice of sustainable seafood: oysters or fresh caught halibut prepared by Laurie Card (pictured left), Cafe Mundo's famous chef. Laurie embodies our message on eating sustainably.
“It's healthy to eat what's in season, and we like using what's available locally,” Laurie said recently in an interview with the Newport News-Times.
We'd like to thank everyone who donated or purchased items in our silent auction. Thank you to all the restaurants, local businesses, artists and merchants who donated over 100 items to our auction this year. You can view the entire list on our website.
View more photos of the Sustainable Seafood Bake.
Summer House Party in Clackamas
Please join us in Lake Oswego this Sunday for an afternoon of food, music and fun! Guests will include candidates, elected officials and community members.
WHEN: Sunday, July 13, 3 PM - 5 PM
WHERE: At the home of Sue Marshall, 15941 SW Inverurie Road in Lake Oswego
Featuring:
Senate Majority Leader Richard Devlin
State Senator Kurt Schrader
Candidate for Attorney General John Kroger
Candidate for Clackamas County Commission Charlotte Lehan
Candidate for House District 18 Jim Gilbert
Candidate for House District 37 Michelle Eberle
Candidate for House District 38 Chris Garrett
Candidate for House District 51 Brent Barton
Live music by Water Tower String Band! Kids Welcome!
You are encouraged to RSVP online.
For more information, please email Meredith Shield or call 503-224-4011 x 211.
"Save our Paradise" Summer Brunch in Lane
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Join us for a relaxed Sunday Brunch in late summer. Meet local candidates and learn more about our plans for the November Election.
WHEN: Sunday, July 27, 11 AM-2 PM
WHERE: At the Home of Sally Nunn 1026 Jackson St, Eugene
Featuring:
Eugene Mayor Kitty Piercy
Lane County Commissioner Pete Sorenson
Lane County Commissioner Bill Fleenor
Candidate for Lane County Commission Rob Handy
With live music by the Paul Biondi Trio
For more information, please email Meredith Shield or call 503-224-4011 x 211.
Washington County's 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social!
It's that time on the year again. Summer is here and we are doing our part to keep you cool with our 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social! Please join Senator Ben Westlund and other OLCV supporters for a great summertime event. The Ice Cream Social is an annual benefit for OLCV's Washington County Chapter.
WHEN: Sunday, July 27, 2:00 PM
WHERE: Tualatin Hills Nature Park
Show up at 1:00 PM and for a Stroll in the Nature Park with Representative David Edwards and other OLCV supporters!
The cost of the event is $10 (No one will be turned away), but bring your checkbook as we aim to inspire you to donate more. Please RSVP here!
For more information or to let us know you're coming please contact our Washington County organizer: email Keith Quick or call 503-227-8073 x 200.
Campaigning to Win 2008! Presented by the OLCV Education Fund.
With Lead Trainer Joel Bradshaw, veteran of 30 years of campaigns
focusing on the environment and education.
WHEN:
Saturday August 9th, 8:30 AM through
Sunday August 10th, 3:00 PM
WHERE: Canby Grove Conference Center
Costs: $50 (scholarships available) includes all materials, meals, and lodging.
Who should attend? Environmentally concerned citizens who want to take
leadership roles in election, advocacy, or educational campaigns.
What happens at the training? Workshops and hands-on simulations
covering campaign strategy, messaging, voter targeting, advanced fundraising
and more.
In the words of OLCV Education Fund Executive Director Jonathan Poisner,
“Joel Bradshaw is the best trainer I’ve ever seen and I’ve seen plenty. If you want to understand why some campaigns win and others don’t, go to this training.”
Sign up online.
For more information or to register for the event please email Keith Quick or call 503-227-8073 x 200.
Question: How many gallons of water a year are the Texas energy speculators with NorthernStar asking Oregon’s Water Resources Department for the right to take from the Columbia River, free of charge, to operate their Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) import terminal?
Click here to submit your answer!
Look for July's winner in next month's E-bulletin.
Congratulations Heather Robinson!
Heather was the first to respond with the answer to last month's trivia question.
Question: What Oregon city is planning to be the first carbon-neutral city in Oregon?
Answer: Lincoln City
If it all goes right, Lincoln City will be the first city in Oregon to become carbon neutral.
"It shows enormous potential," councilor Rick Brissette said. "Just the idea that Lincoln City can become a zero-carbon community someday is just phenomenal."
Read more on our blog.
I vote for pro-environmental candidates because we can’t afford to sacrifice long-term stewardship for short-term gains.