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TAKE ACTION!
dedicated funding for environmental improvement
The Breckenridge Chapter
Board of Directors supported the
VOTE YES position on a
Minnesota Constitutional Amendment, which passed on November 4, 2008. For further information click
here.
Thank you for your
support!
Keep up the good
fight for the environment!
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PAST ACTIONS
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MN Constitutional Amendment
The Breckenridge Chapter
Board of Directors supported the
VOTE YES Amendment. |
The amendment passed on November 4, 2008, providing
dedicated funding for the environment |
Save
Springbrook Nature Center, Fridley, MN, from being turned into a golf
course.
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The City of Fridley passed a referendum keeping Springbrook
Nature Center Open!!! |
Tilden Avenue - Champlin - Opposed a 4-lane highway
project through the Hennepin County Park Reserve.
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The highway bridge was opened on July 15, 2008. |
Oxbow Creek/Shadowbrook:
In conjunction with Save Our Creeks the Chapter fought from
2002-2006 to correct improper development of ephemeral creek, wetland, and natural area in Brooklyn Park and Champlin.
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Mercury in Minnesota Waters
The Chapter fought to stop allowing polluters to release toxic
mercury into our air and water and conducted an educational workshop
in 2006.
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The Minnesota Legislature passed the Mercury Reduction Act in
Spring of 2006!!!! |
Prairie
Restoration
Advocated for preservation & restoration of Galloway
Park, Champlin. (5-6 years ago)
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Saved about 1/2 of the park and urged city to create wetlands,
which was done. |
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