Wisconsin: Resources for advocating for saving the state's land conservation funds
http://www.gatheringwaters.org/conservation-policy/knowles-nelson-stewardship-fund/10-ways-to-save-stewardship/
Take Action Today Governor Walker has proposed freezing the Stewardship Program until 2028. The land cannot wait. Nor can the communities that depend on the benefits the land provides. The time to protect our lands and waters is now while they are intact and healthy and the opportunity exists to do so. We are stronger together. In fact, the only way to save Stewardship is to let decisions makers know how important it is to each of us.
10 Ways to Save Stewardship
1. Call your legislators:
Dial ‘em up, tell them why the Stewardship Program is Important to you. A phone call is most persuasive, but all communication helps!
2. Write your legislators:
Send them your written thoughts. Personal, heartfelt letters are best. Here are a few
templates. Also, consider sending them
one of these powerful stories.
3. Put the cost of Stewardship in context: Legislators are voicing concern that Stewardship costs the state and taxpayers too much money. Familiarize yourself with
these talking points to help enlighten them.
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