Why This Campaign Matters Plastic pollution is one of the most visible and preventable problems in our community. Disposable plastic bags clog storm drains, litter our neighborhoods, harm wildlife, and break down into microplastics that end up in our waterways and soil. Frederick County spends time and resources cleaning up something that doesn’t need to be created in the first place. A small, avoidable 5¢ fee is one of the simplest and most effective tools available to reduce plastic waste. Communities across Virginia have already seen dramatic reductions in litter after adopting this policy. The revenue stays local and can only be used for cleanup, environmental education, and providing reusable bags to residents who need them. This campaign is about taking a practical, commonsense step that protects our environment, reduces waste, and strengthens our community’s long‑term health. 🤝 Why Others Should Join This Effort This campaign is about more than plastic bags — it’s about showing that Frederick County cares about stewardship, responsibility, and the kind of community we want to leave for future generations. When more people add their names, it sends a clear message to Board of Supervisors that residents want action, not just talk. Every signature demonstrates that Frederick County is ready for solutions that are simple, fair, and proven to work. Joining this campaign means: • Supporting cleaner streets, parks, and waterways • Reducing long‑term environmental and financial costs • Helping ensure reusable bags reach residents who need them • Showing City Council that this issue matters to the people they serve Collective action is powerful. When neighbors stand together, we can move our county toward policies that reflect our shared values and make Winchester a cleaner, healthier place for everyone.

The original permit specifying that the facility will process petroleum soil was issued more than 30 years ago. We agree with the CEO that this does not reflect the full scope of ESMI/Clean Earth's current business. Therefore, it is logical that the company needs to either apply for a new permit or return to the original scope of work.  We disagree with the letter that the company's lawyers submitted to the ZBA in February demanding that this determination be revoked. The letter describes how the ESMI facility has gradually increased their scope to include the treatment of various materials including paper pulp, PCBs, sewage sludge and more. The letter asserts that all of these were reasonable extensions to the existing permit and have been allowed up to this point. They state that the original permit allows them to operate "without restriction", "without limitation" and ask why things should change now that the company is planning to add PFAS to the list of contaminants. The letter theorizes that the decision to suddenly impose a strict interpretation of the code is politically motivated and was prompted by "out of state environmental activists." This is simply not correct. We, the people who live here, pay taxes here, and raise our families here, agree with the Code Enforcement Officer's opinion and reject the reasoning of ESMI/Clean Earth. We request that the ZBA keep Fort Edward safe by denying this appeal. We believe that failing to do so would set dangerous precedent, undermine the authority of the village, and lead to possible harm to health and human safety. 

Heat affects everyone’s health, safety, and ability to learn on campus. As temperatures rise, shaded and sustainable spaces are becoming a necessity, not a luxury. By working together, we can push for changes that make California State University, Northridge a safer and more comfortable place for all students. 

Why This Campaign Matters Plastic pollution is one of the most visible and preventable problems in our community. Disposable plastic bags clog storm drains, litter our neighborhoods, harm wildlife, and break down into microplastics that end up in our waterways and soil. Winchester spends time and resources cleaning up something that doesn’t need to be created in the first place. A small, avoidable 5¢ fee is one of the simplest and most effective tools available to reduce plastic waste. Communities across Virginia have already seen dramatic reductions in litter after adopting this policy. The revenue stays local and can only be used for cleanup, environmental education, and providing reusable bags to residents who need them. This campaign is about taking a practical, commonsense step that protects our environment, reduces waste, and strengthens our community’s long‑term health. 🤝 Why Others Should Join This Effort This campaign is about more than plastic bags — it’s about showing that Winchester cares about stewardship, responsibility, and the kind of community we want to leave for future generations. When more people add their names, it sends a clear message to City Council that residents want action, not just talk. Every signature demonstrates that Winchester is ready for solutions that are simple, fair, and proven to work. Joining this campaign means: • Supporting cleaner streets, parks, and waterways • Reducing long‑term environmental and financial costs • Helping ensure reusable bags reach residents who need them • Showing City Council that this issue matters to the people they serve Collective action is powerful. When neighbors stand together, we can move our city toward policies that reflect our shared values and make Winchester a cleaner, healthier place for everyone.

This club will provide students with unique hands on opportunities to develop outdoor skills, deepen their understanding of local ecosystems, and foster a lifelong appreciation for respecting wildlife. Through structured lessons and field experiences, members will engage with real-world science, practice ethical outdoor recreation, and contribute meaningfully to local conservation efforts. We believe this club will enrich our school community and connect students with the natural world in powerful and lasting ways. it is good for students who enjoy the outdoors, nature, and fishing, and want to be a part of something.

Normally, our cookie season runs from January to March, when temperatures are the coldest. Many of our local businesses will not allow our girls inside, which forces us to stand outside and deal with freezing cold temperatures like wind, snow, ice, etc., as well as having to cancel booths due to bad/unsafe weather. Parents have concerns about their girls getting sick, which makes them hesitant to sign them up for these outdoor booths. And the girls are losing out on cookie selling opportunities. The girls and our volunteers also know first-hand what it feels like to lose feeling in our hands, fingers, toes, etc., despite how many "hot hands" we use, especially the girls who work a full day just to try and meet their goals. Our girls continue to push past the extreme discomfort of being outside, in the cold for hours, and work hard to sell as many cookies as they can, to earn money for trips and activities, as well as cookie prizes. But our hope is enough people will sign this petition so we can get Girl Scouts of Eastern PA, or maybe even Girl Scouts of America, to move our cookie season to slightly warmer months. Thank you in advance for your support of our cause! 

Why This Is Important The Pleasant Grove neighborhood is home to families, children, and residents who deserve to feel safe on the streets where they live. Unfortunately, excessive speeding has become a serious and ongoing problem in our community. Vehicles frequently travel through the neighborhood at dangerous speeds, creating constant safety risks for pedestrians, children playing outside, people walking their dogs, and families simply trying to enjoy their neighborhood. This issue has been brought to the attention of local authorities over the years, but the speeding continues without a permanent solution. Without traffic-calming measures in place, the danger remains every single day. Speed bumps are a simple and proven way to slow traffic in residential areas. They help protect the most vulnerable members of our community and encourage drivers to respect neighborhood speed limits. Taking action now is about preventing accidents before they happen. Installing speed bumps will help ensure that Pleasant Grove remains a safe place for families to live, children to play, and neighbors to walk without fear of speeding vehicles. Our community should not have to wait for a tragedy to occur before meaningful action is taken.

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If you are a parent of a special needs child or children and are concerned about how your children are treated while they are absent from you, help me make a difference. Parents with nonverbal kids like myself, remember, we are their voices, so let's be heard. Signing this petition is just the beginning, but we can fight until the END!

If we allow Joplin City Council to strong arm us into this potentially damaging data/Bitcoin Mining Center, then our voice will have been silenced. A twelve month moratorium will give those of us opposed to this "snake oil sale" time to conduct an environmental study, identify potential at risk flora and endangered species, research past environmental impacts of these highly controversial, and largely opposed - Data/Bitcoin Mining Operations - here, and abroad. Data suggests that these centers are just another cog in the corporate greed growth wheel, that trickles down few benefits for those of us living here. One must ask - why are we allowing a potential Chinese Data Center - or any Dra Center for that matter, to locate in our backyard? Time to stand up, show up, and speak out. Don't let City Hall silence our voice!

Bill Nye—Science Guy—here. I’m writing on behalf of Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) with an urgent request for you to take action to help keep science in policymaking in your state. It’s only been one year under our current administration, but they have already done more damage to science and democracy than perhaps any administration in modern history. They have shuttered entire agencies, frozen billions of dollars essential to research and public health funding, and fired or otherwise pushed out hundreds of thousands of dedicated civil servants. They’ve rolled back pollution standards, lied about climate science, and boosted fossil fuel profits at the expense of people, wildlife, and our environment. And they’ve made changes to hundreds of public health, safety, and environmental rules without public input—even when it’s required by law. Now, we need to be reaching out to our elected officials to ensure that they keep science in policymaking. You and I both know that what’s happening right now is not normal, and it is not okay. Like so many authoritarian leaderships, they want to be the sole source of truth—and know that independent science threatens that power. That’s why the work being done at UCS is more critical than ever. If we want to protect our communities, our democracy, and our planet, we must fight back against these attacks. Please join me by telling your elected state officials to keep science and transparency strong in your state. The scientific community and UCS supporters are and always have been stronger together. As UCS President and CEO Dr. Gretchen Goldman says in a recent article, co-authored in Science magazine:  ““The ability to tell the truth, even (or especially) when it does not suit any particularly partisan aims, is an essential prerequisite for a free society. Scientists can leverage their substantial social standing and trustworthiness to preserve this vital ingredient.”” It’s an all-hands-on-deck moment for protecting science and our democracy. Now is the time to join together and demand that elected leaders at all levels represent our communities and prioritize public safeguards informed by science, to ensure that our democracy remains and our voices are heard. We need your help holding these protections and holding the line against these attacks on science for the public good. The founders included Science in the Constitution. They knew its value for our quality of life and international competitiveness. Join me today in defending science and democracy. Sincerely, Bill Nye Science Educator and National Advisory Board Member for Union of Concerned Scientists

The proposed construction will drastically alter the landscape of the area, introducing high-density housing that could lead to increased traffic congestion, overstretched local services, and reduced green space, which are fundamental to our community’s character and environmental health. Residential neighborhoods, like those around Kennedy Road, have long been cherished for their peaceful atmosphere and open spaces — a sharp contrast to the urban density that these apartment complexes would bring. According to studies from the American Planning Association, rapid urban development can detrimentally impact local ecosystems, increase pollution levels, and diminish residents' quality of life. These significant shifts go against the values of sustainability and community well-being that are deeply important to the residents of Blacklick. Moreover, local wildlife, which currently thrives in this semi-natural environment, faces the threat of habitat disruption due to this planned construction. The potential ecological impact includes a reduction in biodiversity and challenges to the survival of native species, a concern supported by research from the World Wildlife Fund. The local infrastructure is already under strain, with schools, public transport, and emergency services stretched to their limits. Introducing a substantial number of new residents without proportionate enhancements to these services will inevitably lead to breakdowns and inefficiencies.