Find out what local experts think about the state of, and future of, Eastern Washington’s environmental laws.
In a forum presented by the Spokane County Democrats, the Center for Justice and Gonzaga Law School, presenters will share their ideas on how to improve current policies. The event is from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on August 24th at the Barbieri Courtroom on the Gonzaga Campus. (Click here for a campus map.) Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
The panel is moderated by dean of Gonzaga Law School, Earl Martin and includes the following presenters:
Kitty Klitzche, Eastern Washington Coordinator of Futurewise, discussing the import of Washington’s Growth Management and presenting Growth Management 101.
Mike Chappell, Director of the GU Environmental Law Clinic, speaking on Clean Water Act 101 and the Spokane River.
Joel Merkel, Sen. Maria Cantwell‘s DC Legislative Aid on Environmental Issues, to discuss a Federal legislative update, funding as part of stimulus and how the Sentator’s work on the Energy Committee is resulting in local successes.
Bruce Howard, Director of Environmental Affairs for Avista, speaking on Local Business and Environmental Partnerships
Mike Petersen, Lands Council, presenting a national NEPA success story discussing National Forest collaboration and NEPA.
Sam Mace, Inland NW Director for Save Our Wild Salmon, speaking on Finding Common Ground on Salmon Recovery.
Breean Beggs, Chief Catalyst for the Center for Justice, speaking on local environmental issues and initiatives.
Send your RSVP to vote@spokanedemocrats.org.