Arizona (and New Mexico), Please reach out to your reps and let them know you want the Environmental Protections for the Grand Canyon to Stay In Place. 📲🏞🏜🏕
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Audubon outlines plan to close corridor gap linking Brosnan and Beidler forests Tim Evans, director of land conservation at Audubon South Carolina, told the Dorchester commission the organization owns about 10,000 acres locally and has purchased adjacent parcels to fill gaps; partners and commissioners identified three landowners whose cooperation could complete the Night Track connection.

Audubon South Carolina is on a mission to close a vital 2.5-mile corridor gap, connecting the lush Beidler and Brosnan forests—will local landowners step up to make it happen?

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Lowcountry Land Trust outlines conservation priorities to Dorchester commission Kate Parks Shaffer, chief conservation officer at Lowcountry Land Trust, told the Dorchester County Conservation and Greenbelt Advisory Commission that partners protected more than 2,000 acres in 2025, and that GIS analysis shows 97% of county residents live within 5 miles of existing public access; she urged combining fee purchases and easements to expand corridors.

Lowcountry Land Trust is making waves by protecting over 2,000 acres and ensuring 97% of Dorchester County residents have access to public lands—find out how they plan to expand these efforts!

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The land doesn’t have a voice, but it speaks through every rustling leaf, every migrating bird, every stream carving its way through the earth. When we protect wild spaces, we’re protecting what keeps our planet alive. #LandConservation #NationalParkConservation #SPCH145advocates

Protecting Ontario’s natural spaces takes more than passion, it takes collaboration, knowledge, and strong support systems.

Explore donation options here, olta.ca/ways-to-give/.

#LandConservation #OntarioNature #CollectiveImpact #ProtectNature #CapacityBuilding #DonorsMakeItPossible

TVA to divest Locketsville Road parcel, residents urge county protections A resident update said the Tennessee Valley Authority will divest a Locketsville Road parcel; speakers urged the commission to pursue conservation easements or park designation but noted federal condemnation authority could remain a risk.

The Tennessee Valley Authority's decision to divest the Locketsville Road property has sparked a crucial conversation about local conservation and community advocacy.

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Story County supervisors remove data-center section from draft ordinance, direct moratorium extension after extensive public hearing After an extended public hearing focused on water and energy impacts, the Story County Board of Supervisors on March 3 amended a staff-drafted ordinance on data centers and cryptocurrency mining to strike the data-center section and directed staff to pursue a temporary moratorium extension while further standards are developed.

In a crucial move for environmental protection, Story County supervisors have removed data-center provisions from a zoning ordinance after intense public outcry over water use and energy demands.

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DACF seeks one‑time public‑lands support and proposes ongoing Land for Maine's Future revenue source Commissioner Amanda Beal requested a one‑time $2.25M allocation to cover public-lands operating shortfalls caused by falling timber revenues and proposed language redirecting a portion of budget stabilization fund investment income to the Land for Maine's Future trust to provide ongoing conservation grants.

Maine's Department of Agriculture is fighting to secure $2.25 million to address urgent public-land funding shortfalls and ensure the future of land conservation.

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Committee hears bill to let federally recognized tribes receive Conservation Futures funding Testimony in favor of substitute Senate Bill 6097 argued adding federally recognized tribes as direct recipients of Conservation Futures funding would remove administrative barriers, enable partnerships, and help protect culturally important lands; staff clarified the bill does not alter federal land-into-trust processes.

A new bill aims to empower federally recognized tribes by allowing them access to Conservation Futures funding, potentially transforming land preservation efforts in Washington.

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Bill would exempt conservation groups, tribes and public agencies from 'we-buy' homeowner protections House Bill 2624 would expand an exemption in a law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory solicitations so that public entities, Indian tribes and nonprofit land-conservation corporations may acquire unlisted property for public purposes without triggering timing and appraisal requirements. Conservation groups and small forest owners testified with opposing views.

House Bill 2624 could change the game for conservation groups and public entities by allowing them to bypass homeowner protections, raising concerns among small forest landowners about potential exploitation.

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Chair Harris highlights jobs, park and land conservation in State of the County address In a recorded State of the County address, Chairman Patrick Harris highlighted priorities including infrastructure, land preservation, a new Johnston Regional Park, workforce training at Johnston Community College, and incentives tied to a planned Vulcan Elements facility that the county says could bring up to 1,000 jobs.

Chairman Patrick Harris unveiled a bold vision for Johnston County's future, highlighting job creation, park developments, and land conservation in his State of the County address.

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VHCB tells Corrections committee the governor's $2.8M capital request funds lasting housing and conservation benefits Vermont Housing & Conservation Board (VHCB) told the House Corrections and Institutions Committee the governor's proposed $2,800,000 capital adjustment would support permanently affordable housing, land conservation and water-quality projects that leverage federal and private matches.

Vermont's $2.8 million capital request aims to create lasting housing and conservation benefits, merging community growth with environmental stewardship.

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#VT #CitizenPortal #AffordableHousing #LandConservation #VermontHousing #WaterQuality

Eastern Summit OSAC reports major land closings, $23M spent protecting about 16,700 acres; elects chair, sets 2026 schedule Summit County’s eastern open-space advisory committee reviewed recent land-protection closings and spending (about $23 million to protect roughly 16,713 acres), authorized outreach work to solicit Notices of Intent, elected Bridgette Hayes chair and Terry Disston vice chair, and adopted a 2026 meeting schedule.

Summit County is making strides in land preservation, having protected over 16,700 acres with a $23 million investment, and they’re just getting started!

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Buncombe County manager says recovery effort prioritized affordable housing, staff-led debris response County Manager Avril Pinder told WRES 100.7 that recovery from Helene shifted priorities toward affordable housing, credited county staff and partners for clearing "millions of cubic yards of debris," and outlined 2026 plans including emergency training and conservation.

Buncombe County is reshaping its future by prioritizing affordable housing and learning valuable lessons from the storm Helene—discover how these changes will transform the community!

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#BuncombeCounty #NC #CitizenPortal #AffordableHousing #DisasterRecovery #LandConservation

Council adjusts transportation-sales-tax allocations, moves amended pie chart to 30-day public comment after 6–3 vote After extensive debate over greenbelt, transit and peninsula seawall priorities, Charleston County Council amended the staff recommendation to 16% Greenbelt, 20% transit and 4% bike/ped and reallocated $75 million from the Seawall/Battery line, passing the motion 6–3 on roll call to send the revised allocation for 30 days of public comment.

Charleston County Council's recent vote has sparked a heated debate over the future of transportation funding, balancing the need for transit improvements against the preservation of rural and coastal lands.

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#CharlestonCounty #SC #CitizenPortal #PublicTransit #LandConservation

Vermont House rejects effort to advance HB70, voting 86–48 to keep it in committee After a contested roll-call vote, the House declined 86–48 to relieve the Committee on Environment of House Bill 70 (inclusion of use value appraisal land in conserved land inventory), with several members citing process concerns and committee review needs.

In a surprising turn of events, the Vermont House voted 86-48 to keep House Bill 70 in committee, sparking debates about the importance of thorough legislative review.

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#VT #CitizenPortal #LegislativeProcess #LandConservation #VermontEnvironment #CommitteeReview

King County TDR manager briefs Clark County Planning Commission on land-conservation tool Nick Bratton, manager of King County's transfer of development rights program, told the Clark County Planning Commission on Jan. 29 that King County's TDR efforts have conserved more than 148,000 acres and mobilized roughly $60 million from the private market while directing development into urban areas; he outlined program mechanics, success factors and options for Clark County.

King County's innovative Transfer of Development Rights program has preserved over 148,000 acres of land while generating $60 million in private funding—could this be the solution for Clark County too?

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#ClarkCounty #WA #SustainableGrowth #LandConservation #CitizenPortal

@paulrogerssjm.bsky.social highlights @postlandtrust.bsky.social’s landmark acquisition of #SargentRanch, securing one of the largest #LandConservation victories in #SantaClaraCounty history and protecting vital wildlife corridors for generations to come.

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Mythbusting: Conservation Easements Discover the truth about conservation easements and how they empower landowners to protect their properties while maintaining control and flexibility

If you want the quick “myths vs facts” version, we broke it down here:

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Mythbusting: Conservation Easements Discover the truth about conservation easements and how they empower landowners to protect their properties while maintaining control and flexibility

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Votes at a glance: Key outcomes from the Dec. 16 Ventura County Board meeting The board approved a range of measures including appointments, classifications, bylaws amendments, resolutions, land conservation contracts and multiple labor agreements; several water‑rate and zoning hearings were approved as well.

The Ventura County Board made significant strides on December 16, 2025, approving key appointments, resolutions, and amendments that will shape the future of the community.

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#VenturaCounty #CA #PublicHealth #VenturaCountyBoard #LandConservation #CitizenPortal #WaterRates

Council unanimously approves consent items after county and PG&E explain Diablo Canyon-related requests Arroyo Grande council approved consent items that included a county request urging state action on Diablo Canyon operations, restoration of historic unitary tax treatment, and support for Coastal Commission land-conservation plans; county and a PG&E representative addressed council questions about prior mitigation payments.

Arroyo Grande's council takes a crucial step by backing the county's push for Diablo Canyon's extended operations and fair tax treatment—what does this mean for the community's future?

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#ArroyoGrandeCitySanLuisObispoCounty #CA #EnergyPolicy #ArroyoGrandeCouncil #LandConservation

Yelm council approves interlocal agreement with Thurston County amid resident concerns over annexation and water rights The Yelm City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Thurston County to define roles if a pending annexation moves forward; residents from Zone 8 raised water-rights, conservation-easement and trails concerns during public comment.

The Yelm City Council just approved a crucial agreement with Thurston County that could shape the future of local annexation and water rights, igniting passionate debates among residents.

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#YelmThurstonCounty #WA #CommunityDevelopment #LandConservation #CitizenPortal

Ranchers, Forest Service discuss HR 6300 to equalize permit renewals on national grasslands HR 6,300 was presented as a technical correction to extend permit‑renewal parity to national grasslands, giving permittees longer tenure rights and written‑notice protections; ranching groups argued the change is essential for economic stability and conservation through grazing.

A new bill aims to equalize grazing permit renewals on national grasslands, promising economic stability and protections for ranchers vital to rural communities.

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#US #PermitReform #RuralEconomy #LandConservation #CitizenPortal #NationalGrasslands

Operations Committee approves transfer of 12 surplus DeKalb parcels to Tucker, holds 1405 Juliet Road for review DeKalb County's operations committee voted to convey 12 of 13 surplus parcels requested by the city of Tucker, excluding a 14‑acre parcel at 1405 Juliet Road that staff set aside for appraisal and potential deed restrictions; staff said the transfers create no negative fiscal impact to the county.

DeKalb County's Operations Committee has greenlighted the transfer of 12 surplus parcels to Tucker, but a potentially valuable 14-acre site at 1405 Juliet Road is being held back for further evaluation.

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#DeKalbCounty #GA #CommunityInvestment #LandConservation #CitizenPortal

Commission discusses MOU, PILT and access concerns after Summit County land purchase Commissioners reviewed a recent Summit County purchase of acreage that straddles or abuts Morgan County and asked county attorneys to pursue an MOU to protect Morgan County interests, including deed restrictions, a conservation payment-in-lieu-of-taxes and advance notice of future acquisitions and access proposals.

Morgan County commissioners are taking decisive action to safeguard their interests as Summit County moves forward with a significant land purchase—what's at stake for the community?

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#UT #FiscalResponsibility #PublicAccess #LandConservation #CitizenPortal

We broke down a few of the most common myths, and what conservation easements actually do for landowners, families, and communities. Read the full post on the Unique Places to Save website.

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Friends of Shades Mountain ask Hoover to back Hale Springs nomination to Forever Wild Volunteers and staff asked the Hoover City Council to adopt a nonbinding memorandum of understanding supporting the nomination of the 18-acre Hale Springs site in Bluff Park to the Forever Wild Land Trust and to commit to intergovernmental cooperation on access, parking and preservation.

Community advocates are urging Hoover to support the preservation of the historic Hale Springs site, which could become a vital part of a larger trail network.

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#HooverCityShelbyCounty #AL #HooverCityPreservation #CommunityAccess #LandConservation