A Chorus of Clean Water Voices: October Update
Federal Affairs, Communications, TMDL Drew Robinson Federal Affairs, Communications, TMDL Drew Robinson

A Chorus of Clean Water Voices: October Update

We’re delighted to share that several more organizations and partners, including a farmer and small business leader, have published op-eds making the case for recommitting to the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort. These pieces showcase the wide array of perspectives with compelling narratives on the need for clean water in our communities.

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A Chorus of Clean Water Voices
Federal Affairs, Communications, TMDL Drew Robinson Federal Affairs, Communications, TMDL Drew Robinson

A Chorus of Clean Water Voices

The effort to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay and the rivers and streams that feed it is facing a critical juncture. For several months, the Coalition has closely followed discussions on the future of the Bay restoration effort as it approaches an important deadline.

The Coalition gathered 131 signatures from its member organizations to our recommendations letter. But many groups are taking it a step further, submitting their own letters and making their voices heard in the opinion pages of their local newspapers.

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Clean Water Profile: Ridgway "Ridge" Hall

Clean Water Profile: Ridgway "Ridge" Hall

Our Clean Water Profile series continues, highlighting a long-time advocate and legal warrior for clean water. Ridgway Hall, known by friends and colleagues as “Ridge,” is a walking encyclopedia of the history of Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts, particularly as it relates to its legal battles.

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The Centre of the Universe and a Congressional Farm Tour

The Centre of the Universe and a Congressional Farm Tour

For one day, last week, Centre County, Pennsylvania was the center of my universe—and it lived up to all expectations. Congressman Glenn "GT" Thompson (R-PA) joined several Choose Clean Water Coalition members, representatives from the Centre County Conservation District, USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service, Woods and Water Consulting, and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for a tour of agricultural conservation practices on farms in Centre County.

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Reviving, Restoring, and Reimagining Clean Water

Reviving, Restoring, and Reimagining Clean Water

After three years of postponing, it finally happened. The Choose Clean Water Coalition held a conference in Richmond, VA focusing on current issues involving Chesapeake Bay restoration. The intention was to advance future federal, regional, and local restoration goals.

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Our Asks for Clean Water
Federal Affairs Choose Clean Water Coalition Federal Affairs Choose Clean Water Coalition

Our Asks for Clean Water

We are asking our Members of Congress to continue to support funding and programs in FY22 that provide critical support to the states, local governments, and communities and farmers throughout our region.

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Taking the Bay to the Hill
Federal Affairs, Coalition Success Kristin Reilly Federal Affairs, Coalition Success Kristin Reilly

Taking the Bay to the Hill

Whenever anyone asks me about the power of the Coalition, one of the first things I mention is our Chesapeake Bay Day on Capitol Hill, or “Lobby Day.” Every year, the Coalition gathers its members from throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed to meet with their members of Congress and their staff to discuss the importance of funding for the EPA Chesapeake Bay Program.

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