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ICYMI: I'm writing to share an article by my Center for American Progress colleague Sam Zeno on How Project 2025 Would Decrease Protections for Nature. The far-right proposal mandates “review” of eight Biden-Harris national monument designations, harkening back to the Trump administration’s two widely unpopular and seemingly legally flawed rollbacks of protections of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments. Project 2025 puts a direct target on more than 3.7 million acres protected as Biden-Harris national monuments. The extent of conservation rollbacks that a conservative administration could undertake could be unimaginably destructive. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eeXsnzhF

Great to have such a targeted focus on the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) 1993 'Guidelines' as the framing 'Guide' for practitioners too... That can only help members of The Institute Of Historic Building Conservation and our linked networks across #conservation, #heritage, #building and #place care to get better #design and #environmental outcomes

In two weeks I'll be talking all things reuse, including key Cultural Resources/Historic Preservation considerations for federal planners, at the APA Federal Planning Division workshop! Called "Succession: Planning for Long-Term Adaptive Reuse", the session is Reuse 101 with an opportunity to share your favorite precedent projects or reuse and preservation guidance in a living, crowdsourced database. Looking forward to another great training workshop! #federalplanning #reuse #historicpreservation

🌟 Advancing Tribal Leadership in Public Lands Management 🌟 Earlier this year, the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) adopted Resolution LV-24-005: Enhancing Tribal Engagement and Co-Stewardship in BLM Practices, a monumental step toward recognizing the vital role of Tribal Nations in stewarding public lands. Against the Current Consulting is honored to have contributed to the dialogue and strategy that supported this resolution's passage. This work would not have been possible without the collective advocacy of Tribal Nations, coalitions, and partners who continue to lead the charge for equitable and culturally informed land management. The resolution builds on the Bureau of Land Management’s Final Public Lands Rule, emphasizing: 🔹 Active Tribal co-management of public lands 🔹 Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge under Free, Prior, and Informed Consent principles 🔹 Protecting Areas of Critical Environmental Concern (ACECs) 💬 As NCAI President Mark Macarro shared: “This resolution reaffirms our call for active tribal co-management and inclusion of Indigenous Knowledge to safeguard our cultural heritage and ecological resources.” We encourage everyone to read the full Joint Statement to learn more about this landmark resolution and its significance below 👇🏾 Let’s continue to support Indigenous leadership and work toward inclusive, sustainable public lands stewardship. #TribalNations #IndigenousLeadership #PublicLands #Conservation #CoStewardship #IndigenousKnowledge

The Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule is key to advancing Tribal co-management of public lands and incorporating Indigenous Knowledge in land management decision-making. At their recent convention, the National Congress of American Indians passed a resolution calling for the implementation of the Public Lands Rule. 💬 As NCAI President Mark Macarro shared: “This resolution reaffirms our call for active tribal co-management and inclusion of Indigenous Knowledge to safeguard our cultural heritage and ecological resources.”

CONSERVATION AREA WINDOW REPLACEMENT IN CANTERBURY. PRESERVING HERITAGE & CHARACTER. DMP prepares elevational, detailed drawings and window schedules for the replacement of the existing windows to support planning application.  https://lnkd.in/eJzquHQs #BuildingSurveyorsCanterbury #ArchitecturalConstultantsCanterbury

Indigenous Knowledge Exemption Proposal: Last month, I visited Hawaii to speak with Native Hawaiian leaders and visit sites (on Oahu and Maui) of cultural and religious significance to Native Hawaiians. Those conversations demonstrated the potential - actually, the need - for the ACHP to expeditiously implement our recently-adopted Policy Statement on Indigenous Knowledge and Historic Preservation by addressing challenges sometimes experienced during the ACHP's regulatory process (known as "Section 106"). After consultation with ACHP members and Hawaiian leaders, I have proposed an Exemption to Section 106 for Indigenous Knowledge-Informed Activities by Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs). ACHP has only issued an Exemption four times in its history - and this one charts new ground by exempting cultural preservation activities, as opposed to objects/methods (like electric vehicle charging stations, also recently exempted). That's why we need your feedback on the draft linked below. Though I've heard some say that they've been waiting decades (!!) for the federal government to do something like this, I feel strongly that time is of the essence. Thanks to the ACHP's Reno Franklin Reid Nelson Ira Matt & Bill Dancingfeather for significant efforts to move this forward. We look forward to your input.

Bill Alert! US Senate Bill S 2262 - Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument Act Policy: Public Lands and Natural Resources Status: Bill Introduced Full Details: https://lnkd.in/e3AgqDwM Bill 118 s 2262, also known as the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to establish the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument in Arizona. The proposed national monument would encompass a significant portion of the Grand Canyon region, protecting its natural beauty and cultural significance. The bill seeks to preserve the area for future generations to enjoy and appreciate. If passed, the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument Act would provide funding for the management and conservation of the monument, as well as support for educational programs and visitor services. The bill also includes provisions for tribal consultation and collaboration in the management of the monument. Supporters of the bill argue that establishing the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument would help protect the unique ecosystem and cultural heritage of the region. They believe that the monument designation would ensure the long-term preservation of the Grand Canyon for the benefit of all Americans. Opponents of the bill may argue that the establishment of a new national monument could restrict access to the area for certain activities, such as mining or logging. They may also raise concerns about the potential impact on local economies and communities. Overall, the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument Act represents an important effort to protect and preserve one of America's most iconic natural landmarks. Its passage would signify a commitment to conservation and stewardship of our nation's natural heritage.

The latest in our series of mini guides - Heritage Setting Assessment. Read below (& save for later): - What is heritage setting assessment? - Planning & legislative requirements - The stages - How can this affect planning approval? - Heritage services from CSA Environmental #heritage #heritagesettingassessment #designatedheritage #NPPF #heritageassets #settingassessment Rosey Meara

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