OLCV e-bulletin: Solving the puzzle, how to vote on this year's ballot measures and more news
How to vote on this year's ballot measures
As usual, there are some controversial ballot measures to vote on this November. Many of these measures will derail funding to protect Oregon. OLCV urges NO votes on Measures 59, 61, 62, 63, and 64. OLCV urges a YES vote on Measure 56.
Vote NO on Measure 63, Unsafe Homes, Overriding Local Environmental Laws
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Vote NO on 62, Diverting Lottery Funds, Harming Environmental Programs
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Vote NO on Measure 61, Sentencing Gimmick Would Reduce Environmental Funding
Read more.
Vote NO on Measure 59, Sizemore's Latest Would Gut Natural Resource Funding
Read more.
Vote YES on Measure 56, because every vote should count equally.
Read more.
Check our blog, OLCV Talk, in the next few days to learn more about why to vote NO on Measure 64, which is arguably the worst of the bunch. And we'll let you know about some local ballot measures in future editions of E-Bulletin.
A big victory in Clatsop County
Clatsop County Voters Overwhelmingly Defeat LNG Ballot Measure
In a special election that ended Tuesday, voters in Clatsop County voted by a 2-1 margin to reject an effort to put liquefied natural gas (LNG) pipelines through county parks and land zoned for open space. Use of LNG involves significantly higher global warming pollution than domestic natural gas, will be more expensive, and increases our reliance on foreign energy.
Congratulations to Columbia Riverkeeper and the local committee who put together the NO campaign, Clatsop Common Sense!
Do your part for a greener Oregon
The 2008 Election season is upon us. And here at OLCV we are in high gear, working hard to make sure voters know which candidates will work hard to protect Oregon's air and water, bring green jobs to Oregon, promote clean, renewable energy, and keep our farms and forests safe.
There are many highly qualified pro-environment candidates running in local and state races throughout Oregon that need your help. OLCV is organizing phone banks and canvasses to talk to environmental voters every week until Election Day in order to make sure they know who deserves their vote.
But we can't do it alone. We need your help to reach the thousands of voters we need to talk to before they cast their votes. Visit our calendar of events now and sign up to talk to your neighbors about the candidates you support.
Do your part for a greener Oregon. Sign up to volunteer now.
Learn more about a few of the candidates who have earned OLCV's endorsement.
Donor Spotlight: Brady and Natalie Bennon
Brady and Natalie at
Multnomah Falls
Brady and Natalie moved to Portland five years ago, attracted by Portland’s fabled livability and progressive culture (and access to hiking and flyfishing streams!). They joined OLCV shortly after moving to Oregon...
Read more about Brady and Natalie and why they support OLCV.
"Sometimes, solving global warming seems like one big puzzle. Fortunately, we're all a piece of the solution, as consumers and voters.
"Every year, Oregon alone emits more climate-changing pollution than 52 developing countries combined. That pollution has real consequences for our economy and threatens our health. If it's unchecked, we'll see declining snow levels in the Cascades, increased forest fires and water shortages.
"Oregon started to help solve this puzzle last year when..."
Read the rest of Jonathan Poisner's op-ed on what we can do to solve the global warming puzzle published in the Oregonian.
Deschutes County OLCV Annual BBQ
Please join the Deschutes County OLCV for its annual barbeque and fundraiser, hosted by Ruth Williamson and Lou Pepper.
You'll have a chance to meet Jodie Barram, Jim Clinton, Peter Gramlich, and Linda Johnson, candidates for Bend City Council, and learn why they recieved OLCV's endorsement.
You'll also discover how your donation to OLCV's Deschutes County Chapter will make a difference in the election of these excellent, visionary candidates.
WHEN: Saturday, September 20, 2008, 5:30-8:00 PM
WHERE: Sunrise Village Clubhouse, 19560 Sunshine Way.
Burgers will be flipped, drinks will be poured. Hope to see you there.
Progressive Wine Tasting in Marion County
Join the Marion County Chapter of Oregon League of Conservation Voters and fellow political junkies for a relaxing and enjoyable evening of wine tasting and socializing (schmoozing).
This is a great opportunity to give big thanks to our tireless elected leaders who fight to protect Oregon's environmental legacy and say hello to some new faces.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 6:30 - 8 pm
WHERE: The Grand Vines (location of the Marion County Progressive Happy Hour)
Purchase your tickets.
Cost: $35 includes wine tastings (courtesy of the Grand Vines) and yummy snacks. Speakers to be announced.
The resources raised at this event will be used to elect pro-environment candidates in Marion County in November's upcoming election.
Have fun as crystal ball gazer for the upcoming elections and celebrate the possibilities of a electing more Democrats to the Oregon House!
Get your tickets to toast Marion County's future today!
Email Tresa, tresa@olcv.org or call her at (503) 224-4011 x 206 for more information.
Marion County Governance: Are 5 Commissioners Better than 3?
Hear from a series of speakers about how Marion County can better address the challenges of the 21st Century.
Except for Marion County, all of Oregon's larger counties use a Charter-form of Government. 25 years ago, Marion County voters decided against changing their form of government.
Is it time now to look at what's worked well in the past and ask whether it will work well in the future?
Guest speakers are Marion County Commissioner Patti Milne, former State School Superintendent Vern Duncan, and Portland State faculty member and small-business owner, Ron Johnson.
WHERE: Salem Public Library, Anderson Room
WHEN: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 7-9 PM
Free Admission & Free Refreshments
Sponsored by Friends of Marion County
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Protection of remaining intact wilderness for its intrinsic value to all living inhabitants is as noble and worthy a goal as any development could possibly be. That's why we support organizations such as OLCV and our political representatives who work hard to protect Oregon's natural legacy.