Yonkers Insider: New York League of Conservation Voters: Environmental News: November 14.

 

New York Voters Say Yes to the Environment New York voters overwhelmingly approved the $4.2B Environmental Bond Act and elected environmental champions up and down the ballot, led by our great, green statewide trifecta of Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James, and Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. Read More

Make Plum Island A National Monument The New York League of Conservation Voters, as a part of the Preserve Plum Island Coalition, urges President Biden to proclaim Plum Island a National Monument, which would give this haven of biodiversity and history permanent federal protection. Read More

New York Voters Approve $4.2 Billion Environmental Bond Act   Voters across New York have approved $4.2 billion in state borrowing proposed by Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature to pay for major projects that are key to developing a more robust response to climate change and pollution.   (Gotham Gazette)

Local compost programs are taking root in the Hudson Valley   Environmental do-gooders and their allies in Albany want to turn garbage into gold while creating an environment where both consumers and nature win. How? By composting — a messy but fruitful way of repurposing trash that’s gaining popularity in the Hudson Valley.   (Times Union)

Midterms 2022: A Green Wave on the Horizon? While control of Congress remains unsettled, other races around the country reveal a growing — if precarious — tilt toward climate as a priority. "We’re really excited about helping to jumpstart this transition to protect our communities and make sure our infrastructure is in good shape,” said NYLCV President Julie Tighe, on the passage of the Environmental Bond Act.    (The Revelator)