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WEF Requests Inclusion of Water Infrastructure in 2012 Party Platforms
WEF Executive Director Jeff Eger is urging the political parties to include investment in water infrastructure as a plank in their 2012 campaign platforms. In letters to Democratic Platform Committee Chairman Ted Strickland and Republican Platform Committee Chairman (and incumbent Virginia governor) Bob McDonnell, Eger points out that spending on water infrastructure creates jobs, protects public health, drives innovation and improves the quality of life in local communities.
WEF Needs YOU to be a Water Advocate!
Aging infrastructure, strict regulatory requirements, and continued economic pressures have put unprecedented stress on local governments and agencies that provide essential water services, but you can help!
The new Water Advocates program will create a network of water professionals in every state and community, in every congressional district, to get the word out about the value of water and steps needed to protect it. As part of the network, you’ll receive the training and information needed to become an effective Water Advocate for clean and safe water. It’s a great opportunity to help in specific ways, including letters to elected officials and newspaper editors, presentations to business and community organizations, and visits to legislative offices.
Click here to view the flyer. To sign up, include your name, title, organization, address, E-mail, and telephone number. Submit your information to www.wateradvocates@wef.org.