| Northeast-Midwest Institute Weekly Update |
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HUD Announces Additional $1 Billion to Stabilize Neighborhoods Hard-Hit by Foreclosures
On Wednesday, September 8, the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan announced an additional $1 billion in funding to all states along with a number of counties and local communities struggling to reverse the effects of the foreclosure crisis. The grants represent a third round of funding through HUD's Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) and will provide targeted emergency assistance to state and local governments to acquire, redevelop or demolish foreclosed properties. To read the complete press release and view a complete listing of the allocations, visit the HUD website.
For more information contact Greg Lewis at the Northeast-Midwest Institute, 202-464-4005. |
USGS Briefing on Nutrients in Streams
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and its partners will host a Congressional briefing on nutrients in the nation's streams and groundwater on Friday, September 24 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. in SVC Room 201/200 of the Capitol Visitor's Center in Washington D.C.. The briefing is cosponsored by Senator Benjamin Cardin (D-MD), the Water Environment Federation (WEF), and the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and will be free and open to the public.
In the keynote presentation, USGS will describe nutrient concentrations in the nation's water resources, key sources of nutrients, potential effects on humans and aquatic life, and changes in concentrations since the early 1990s. USGS partners will then describe examples of how federal and state agencies are using the information to manage and regulate nutrients in surface and groundwater. Questions and discussion will follow the presentations.
The entrance to the Capitol Visitor's Center is on the east side of the U.S. Capitol Building. Attendees should allow extra time for security and can tell security personnel at the Center entrance that you are on official business in Room SVC 201/200 to avoid waiting in line. A photo ID may be required. Inside the Capitol Visitor's Center, follow signs to the Senate Meeting Rooms. Persons who intend to attend should RSVP to Laura Parsons at EESI (lparsons@eesi.org).
For more information contact Mark Gorman at the Northeast-Midwest Institute, 202-464-4015. |
September Mid-Atlanic Watersheds Issues Released
The September installmentof monthly updates on Mid-Atlantic Watershed issues from the Northeast-Midwest Institute has been relased This edition includes information on: - Chesapeake Bay TMDL
- Potomac River SAV
- USGS Briefings
- Superfund in the Hudson and Delaware Rivers
These updates are intended to be timely resources providing brief news clippings, legislative and policy information, and other information relevant to conservation and restoration efforts in the Mid-Atlantic. All editions will also be available on the NEMWI website.
For more information contact Rachel Dawson at the Northeast-Midwest Institute, 202-464-4016. |
Senate Committee To Hold Hearing on Federal Role in National Rail Policy
On September 15, 2010 the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation will hold a hearing on the federal role in national rail policy. The hearing will coincide with the scheduled release of the National Rail Plan (preliminary plan available here) by the Federal Railroad Administration. The hearing will take place at 2:30 PM in the Russell Senate Office Building room 253.
For more information contact Fritz Ohrenschall at the Northeast-Midwest Institute, 202-464-4020. |
Charting New Waters: A Call to Action to Address US Freshwater Challenges
"Charting New Waters: A Call to Action to Address U.S. Freshwater Challenges," is the culmination of an intensive two-year collaboration to explore solutions to America's domestic freshwater challenges. The report is believed to be the first such comprehensive, cross-sector examination of U.S. freshwater challenges and solutions. It represents consensus recommendations of diverse interests convened by The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread in Racine, Wisconsin. It describes reliable freshwater supplies as an essential underpinning of U.S. economic security, noting that energy generation, manufacturing, food production and many activities of daily life are dependent on access to freshwater.
The Call to Action's recommendations include a range of freshwater management strategies to head off a potential crisis, including a number of recommendations that tie to potential congressional and administration actions. The report will be presented to the Obama administration on the morning of September 15th, and to the public at noon on September 15th. This briefing will provide key congressional staff with the opportunity to learn more about the report and its recommendations.
Speakers
Moderator: - Lynn Broaddus, Director, Environment Programs, The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread
Participants will be drawn from representatives of the organizations issuing the Call to Action including: - Juliet Christian-Smith, Senior Research Associate, The Pacific Institute
- Ed Clerico, Chief Executive Officer, Alliance Environmental, LLC
- Daniel Keppen, Executive Director, Family Farm Alliance
- Timothy Williams, Managing Director, Public Policy, Water Environment Federation
- Roger Wolf, Director of Environmental Programs, Iowa Soybean Association
The event will take place Thursday, September 16 10:00 - 11:30 AM in Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 138
For more information contact Fritz Ohrenschall at the Northeast-Midwest Institute, 202-464-4020. |
Northeast-Midwest Institute Opening for Executive Director
The Northeast-Midwest Institute is seeking applications for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director's principal tasks are to:
- Raise the profile and prominence of the Institute by providing strategic direction and serving as principal spokesperson for the organization, working collaboratively with multiple constituencies and audiences to promote the group's mission, work and vision.
- Enable this higher profile and prominence by managing, enhancing, and coordinating the Institute's fundraising efforts, including strategies to increase un-restricted and restricted support from such sources foundations, federal and state governments, corporations, and individuals;
- Provide leadership to all administrative, operational, and financial tasks, preparing and adhering to Board-approved annual budgets; recruiting, hiring, evaluating and discharging voluntary and compensated personnel; executing contracts; and maintaining sound records;
- Provide inspiring leadership and strong management of the policy research and development process, encourage and support the professional development of all staff; and ensure the highest quality work performance by professional staff, contractors and interns.
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Reclaiming Vacant Properties Conference, Oct 13-15, in Cleveland
Help your community realize its potential by participating in the Reclaiming Vacant Properties conference! This year's conference will be held in Cleveland, October 13-15 at the historic Renaissance Cleveland Hotel.
Join hundreds of your peers from communities from the Sunbelt to the Rustbelt, to learn about the policies, tools, and strategies to catalyze long-term, sustainable revitalization. Share your experiences and insights, and become a part of the only national network focused on building the knowledge, leadership, and momentum to reclaim vacant and abandoned properties to foster thriving neighborhoods.
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