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In early 2006 the Sierra Club received a grant from the
Columbus Foundation for education and outreach on
sewers. This generous support enables Sierra Club staff
to offer a free presentation to local neighborhood and
environmental groups on sewers and stormwater. There
will also be displays at community events that take
place through the summer and fall. Seven presentations
were given in the spring, most to local environmental
groups. Columbus is fortunate to have watershed
organizations working to enhance local streams and
rivers. Environmental organizations are a natural place
to start a presentation on water and sewers.
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Sewers are often sited along larger streams in
Columbus.
This photo shows the manhole from the sewer under
Glen Echo stream and it is located west of High
Street at Acadia. Improving stream health in these
cases often takes a partnership of the city
utility, neighborhood and environmental groups,
and committed citizens. Photo by Cyane Gresham. |
The presentation is not just for environmentalists,
however. It is designed for the general public. There
are illustrations and photos. Viewers gain understanding
of what happens to water leaving their homes, why
flooding and overflows happen, and what they can do to
protect their neighborhoods. The presentation is
fast-moving, lively, and short! There is time for
questions and discussion. Maps and free handouts are
provided. The outreach will go beyond environmental
groups to neighborhood, community, and civic
associations.
The Sierra Club has already participated in three
larger community events as a way to reach out to new
audiences. We have participated in a Columbus
initiative that takes place in six different areas each
year. The Neighborhood Pride Program builds connections
to improve communities.
We are producing a colorful brochure and other
take-home pieces illustrating the partnership between
community, environmental groups, and government working
for cleaner waters and reduced flooding. As the
outreach materials develop, they will be integrated with
an updated website. Visit the
Sewers Campaign website.
As this exciting initiative unfolds, we invite you to
contact us. Let us know when and where we can bring the
presentation on sewers and clean waters to your group or
neighborhood. Have a great summer and enjoy local rivers
and streams. Look for us at community events and say
hello. Call, email, or write anytime to schedule a free
presentation for your community group. |
Sierra Club staff... offer a free presentation to
local neighborhood and environmental groups on sewers
and stormwater.
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