Dam Inspection Protocol
This act would change inspection protocols within the state.
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Legislative Agenda
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ECRI Pro/Con:
Support
Water
Cesspool Removal & Replacement
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This act would require cesspools to be removed and replaced with an ISDS system or connected to a public sewer system within twelve (12) months from the date of the sale of the property or in accordance with a schedule set forth therein. This act would take effect upon passage.
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Legislative Priority
ECRI Pro/Con:
Support
DEM Jurisdiction
5425Sub A and 0672Sub A
This act would require the Rhode Island division of planning, in consultation with a task force representing diverse interests, to prepare and submit to the governor, the senate president and the speaker of the house, a report that would make recommendations for state standards that addresses onsite waste water treatment systems (OWTS) regulations, and wetlands and watershed planning. This act would not apply to OWTS, maintenance, and cesspool phase-outs.
This act would take effect upon passage.
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Legislative Priority
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ECRI Pro/Con:
Oppose
Invasive Species Monitoring & Education Program
As the only statewide organization dedicated to the preservation and protection of Rhode Island’s lakes, ponds and fresh water resources, Save The Lakes established and maintained an all-volunteer invasive species monitoring and education program.
Save The Lakes
Save The Lakes was founded as the only statewide organization dedicated to the preservation and protection of Rhode Island’s lakes, ponds and fresh water resources. We provide a forum for education, discussion and action on lake-related issues; we advocate for better fresh water management policies at the local, state and federal levels.
2011-2012 Green Report Card
The latest Green Report Card highlights an unfocused RI General Assembly with a "B-"
The Environment Council of Rhode Island (ECRI) biennial Green Report Card highlights critical environmental issues that were considered by the General Assembly during the 2011 and 2012 legislative sessions. State lawmakers were graded on 14 pieces of legislation that covered a broad host of affairs, ranging from matters on clean water, to state energy policies.
2012 Bond Question 6 Fact Sheet - by RI Land Trust Council
This Fact Sheet was prepared by the RI Land Trust Council for distribution by its members and partners.
2012 Bond Questions 5 & 6 Fact Sheet ~ Spanish
This Fact Sheet was prepared by a coalition of organizations including Save the Bay, The Nature Conservancy, Grow Smart RI, Audubon Society of RI, and RI Land Trust Council.Please print and distribute widely.
It is also available in English.
2012 Bond Questions 5 & 6 Fact Sheet ~ English
This Fact Sheet was prepared by a coalition of organizations including Save the Bay, The Nature Conservancy, Grow Smart RI, Audubon Society of RI, and RI Land Trust Council.Please print and distribute widely.
It is also available in Spanish.
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