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How can Bridgette Stocks and the Fehr Graham team assist you in your Brownfield redevelopment needs? Planning + Solutions + Experience = Success and Client Value. We have the dedicated team to make these opportunities a reality!

Happy #PublicPowerWeek and #CoopMonth! Public power utilities are more than just energy providers—they are community builders. Whether it’s through job creation, people-centered initiatives, or environmental stewardship, public power strengthens communities in countless ways. Today and every day, we celebrate the power of teamwork and shared knowledge that makes us #MorePowerfulTogether. What impact of public power are you most proud of in your community?

Come work with me!! We are recruiting an Executive Assistant position, who will be working with Board Member Sean Maguire and me. It is an Associate Government Program Analyst (AGPA) permanent position, hybrid schedule, so a really good entry into state service. It requires a college degree and at least 30 months of work experience. Salary is $5,684.00 - $7,114.00 per Month. The application period closes May 31st so we need candidates to apply really soon. This job requires someone that is very organized and detail oriented, comfortable with complex meeting and travel scheduling within the agency’s systems, has good judgement, an ability to herd cats, and problem solve. And importantly for me, I hope to find someone that is fun to work with and cares about the mission of the waterboards and the communities we serve. This is the one staff I get to work with regularly so I would love to find someone great. Candidates do NOT need subject matter expertise, but it is an opportunity to be providing support inside state water decision-making. Here is some additional info on what I see as the opportunities with this position for someone that is interested in water policy: -Get an in-depth look at how water policy is made at the highest level in California on issues ranging from: -Implementation of the Human Right to Water, including funding, assistance, research and enforcement strategies to ensure all Californians can access safe, reliable and affordable drinking water. -Water rights administration, regulations, and adjudications as we chart pathways to bring in racial equity and adaptation to climate change. -Water quality regulatory program development and oversight of major polluting sources from agriculture, to stormwater, to aging sewer systems, in a time of climate change and exacerbated wealth inequality. -Investment of billions of dollars in grants and loans to transform water and wastewater systems to meet challenges of climate change and address decades of disinvestment in communities of color. -Support decision-makers to oversee major initiative to advance racial equity throughout the waterboards work. -Develop talking points and presentations, research policy questions, engage with key stakeholders to advance policy priorities of Board Member Maguire and me. However, this is primarily scheduling and administrative support, including prepping materials and follow up for meetings with stakeholders for both Board Member Maguire and me. So this isn’t a good fit for someone that doesn’t want to do that support work. Again, it closes May 31st so we need candidates to apply really soon! Please help spread the word!

Check out this article from our very own Program Associate, Cristen Crew! Learn about what Water Technical Assistance (TA) is and isn't, why there has been a national increase in #WaterTA services, and explore our newest TA Menu infographic. 🍽️

Environmental Land Management (ELM) could be used to boost access to nature. This would foster a public appreciation for the countryside & help Government meet the target to give everyone access to nature within 15 minutes of their home. But plans are currently lacking in detail & ambition. We need to see more support for farmers & landowners to give better access to nature, better records of compliance to ensure public rights of way are kept clear of obstructions, & an emphasis on permanent access instead of permissive - to give local communities longer term benefits. Read more in our latest briefing: https://lnkd.in/efbpb-8N

🔽 Project Profile H3M Environmental Ltd.'s Environmental Planning team collaborated with a Métis Settlement to facilitate community workshops aimed at gathering information and reviewing historical studies to develop a Climate Resiliency Capacity Building Program. Noteworthy achievements of the project include: 🔸 Securing grant funding from Alberta Municipalities to support the project and to hire and train a local Indigenous Guardian as an environmental steward. 🔸Implementing a participatory process that allowed Settlement Members to voice their concerns regarding climate change and propose potential solutions. 🔸Providing support for prevention and mitigation measures. 🔸Offering recommendations for emergency response planning. 🔸Advocating for educational and community programs as actionable next steps. Our team takes pride in collaborating with Indigenous communities, and we extend our gratitude to them for welcoming us to assist with their initiatives, to work on their land, alongside their staff, community members, and local businesses. 🌐 To inquire about our Environmental team's support, please contact us at info@h3menviro.com. #H3M #H3MEnvironmental #EnvironmentalPlanning #ClimateResiliency #Collaboration #CommunitySupport #MitigationMeasures #Prevention #EmergencyResponsePlanning

Revitalizing Small Towns with a Hidden Gem: Ohio's Brownfield Remediation Grant! Picture this: The abandoned factory at the edge of town transformed into a bustling community hub, or the old gas station site reborn as a vibrant green space. Sound like a dream? It could be your town's reality with Ohio's Brownfield Remediation Grant! At Phoenix Environmental, we've seen firsthand how this grant can turn neglected sites into beacons of community pride and economic growth. From assessing environmental risks to navigating grant applications, we're here to guide small towns in reclaiming their forgotten landscapes. Want to discover the incredible transformations that are possible in your town? We've delved into this topic in our latest blog post, sharing insights into how we can support your journey towards revitalization. But here’s the question: What hidden potential lies in your town's overlooked spaces, just waiting to be unlocked? Find out more and be inspired by visiting our blog:  https://lnkd.in/gAQkRHhu #CommunityRevitalization #BrownfieldRemediation #SmallTownTransformation #PhoenixEnvironmental #EnvironmentalInnovation

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Excited to announce the launch of our Groundwater Accounting Platform, designed to help users sustainably manage groundwater in California! The open-source Groundwater Evaluation Toolbox – which Olsson developed with our partners – helps to power the platform. Can't wait to see its impact on the management of our water resources! #WeAreOlsson #EngineeringPossibilities #GroundwaterAccounting #GroundwaterSustainability #GroundwaterManagement #WaterResources #WaterResourceManagement

Congrats to the first wave of Community Change Grant awardees distributed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funded by the Biden-Harris Administration's Inflation Reduction Act! Drum roll please: Track I of the program, Community-Driven Investments for Change, is expected to award approximately $1.96 billion for 150 projects for $10-20 million each. The Track I applicants who are implementing community-scale projects to address environmental and climate justice challenges are: Lead applicants Texas A&M University, San Diego Foundation, The City of Bakersfield, Coalition for Responsible Community Development, Day One, La Familia Counseling Center, Inc., National Housing Trust, City of Pocatello, Dillard University, City of Springfield, Massachusetts, Midwest Tribal Energy Resources Association, The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH), Lane County Government, PITTSBURGH CONSERVATION CORPS, Trust for Public Land, City of Houston, and last but not least Washington State's Gonzaga Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment! Track II, Meaningful Engagement for Equitable Governance, is expected to award approximately $40 million for 20 projects for $1-3 million each. Track II applicants who will facilitate individual and community participation in governmental decision-making processes are: Insight Garden Program, Special Services for Group, Inc, Bronx River Alliance and the Trust for Public Land. If you are looking for Climate Justice funding - start your application today! The last day for Technical Assistance is August 16th: https://lnkd.in/gMkEGUyx #climatejustice #environmentaljustice #inflationreductionact #funding #workforcedevelopment #communityengagement #shovelreadyprojects #historicfunding https://lnkd.in/g5jbHKVA