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Forest Unlimited: Oak Woodland Ordinance Hearing Thursday, September 21, 1 pm

Forest Unlimited: Oak Woodland Ordinance Hearing Thursday, September 21, 1 pm Please come to the Hearing on the Sonoma County’s Oak Woodland Ordinance at 1 pm on Thursday, September 21st.  We will need public support for a strong ordinance to protect oak woodlands from being denuded from various developments including agricultural conversions and/or expansions.  The …

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New Tree Ordinance Unveiled by Permit Sonoma

New Tree Ordinance Unveiled by Permit Sonoma Tree Protection Ordinance On August 3, 2023, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider updates to current tree removal regulations. After holding a public hearing, the Commission then asked staff to return on August 31 with additional provisions to strengthen the Sonoma County Tree Protection Ordinance …

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400+ Actions to End Fossil Fuels Planned Around the World for Sept. 15-17

400+ Actions to End Fossil Fuels Planned Around the World for Sept. 15-17 “When we the people use our collective power we can win,” said one campaigner. JULIA CONLEY Sep 11, 2023 “September 15-17, 2023. Everywhere.” Those are the dates and location of the international mobilization against fossil fuels set to take place this coming weekend, and …

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Nominations are open for the SCCC 2023 Environmentalist of the Year

Nominations are open for the SCCC 2023 Environmentalist of the Year   Nominations are open for the 2023 Sonoma County Ernestine I. Smith “Environmentalist of the Year” Award Sponsored by the Sonoma County Conservation Council Close of nominations:  Thursday, September 28, 2023 Here’s your chance to honor the Sonoma County environmentalists whose work you most admire. Initiated …

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CalCAN Hiring 2 Positions

Ready to Make a Change? We’re Hiring. Join our team and be a driving force in advancing policy to support sustainable and organic agriculture climate solutions. CalCAN is looking for TWO individuals who are passionate about shaping state and federal policies that will pave the way for a better future. Read further for job descriptions …

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SCOTUS Ruling Opens Door to Wetlands Destruction

The EPA Removes Federal Protections for Most of the Country’s Wetlands James Doubek/NPR “This rule spells out how the Sackett decision has undermined our ability to prevent the destruction of our nation’s wetlands, which protect drinking water, absorb floods and provide habitat for wildlife,” said Jim Murphy, the National Wildlife Federation’s director of legal advocacy. …

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