MASS TRANSIT TOPS WISHLIST FOR MONEY
November 14, 2007 – Potomac News
There is an increase in money available to spend on transportation in VA for the first time in 10 years, and residents of NOVA would like to see a significant chunk added to mass transit spending... "If we are to remain competitive as a state and a region, we have to continue investing in different transportation options," said Stewart Schwartz of the Coalition for Smarter Growth. – BY LILLIAN KAFKA

CITIES DIM LIGHTS TO SEE STARS, LOWER BILLS
November 2, 2007 – USA Today
A desire for a starry night and concern about rising energy prices are prompting a growing number of cities and counties to dim their lights at night. – BY JOHN RITTER

Public Hearing on the City of Richmond’s Downtown Master Plan
Date: 12/3/07 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: 5th Floor Conference Room, City Hall, Richmond
Draft Plan Available Online after 11/26: Click Here
For more information: contact Brooke Hardin, City of Richmond at 804-646-6310 or Brooke.Hardin@richmondgov.com

Public Comment Hearing on the National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Date: 12/5/07 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Department of Environmental Quality, First Floor Conference Room, 629 East Main Street, Richmond, VA
The Air Pollution Control Board will hear comments on a proposed revision to the State Implementation Plan (SIP). The proposed revision consists of a certification that the Commonwealth is meeting the requirements the federal Clean Air Act.
For Meeting Details: Contact Doris McLeod at damcleod@deq.virginia.gov or phone 804-698-4197
Online Details

Submit Comments on the USDA Forest Legacy Program
Deadline: Comments are Due by January 4, 2008
The USDA Forest Legacy Program provides grant funding to Virginia for forest land conservation. The Legacy program requires that the Assessment of Need document be re-evaluated periodically, and that the public be given the opportunity to comment on the revisions. Virginia began this process in early 2007 with the goal of revising the Eligibility Criteria and the Forest Legacy Areas for the state.  The revised Eligibility Criteria and Forest Legacy Areas are now in draft form, pending public comment. The input received will be considered at the January 23, 2008 meeting of the Forest Legacy Subcommittee.
Submit Comments: www.dof.virginia.gov/mgt/flp-2008-revisions.shtml
For More Information: Contact Larry Mikkelson, Land Acquisition Coordinator, Virginia Department of Forestry at
434.220.9091 or larry.mikkelson@dof.virginia.gov

Forecast: Virginia
Date: November 29 from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: The College of William & Mary, Williamsburg
A special update for Virginia leaders on the latest projections from the IPCC’s Fourth Assessment. Speakers will include Dr. Roger Mann of the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Dr. Robert Correll of the Heinz Center, and others.
RSVP: Erik DuMont, Virginia Representative, National Environmental Trust -- Erikva2007@gmail.com or 571-926-4079

FRIENDS OF THE RAPPAHANNOCK - Marketing and Development Coordinator
Location: Fredericksburg, VA
Friends of the Rappahannock is hiring a Marketing and Development Coordinator to assist organizational leaders in marketing river conservation programs to the public, corporate sponsors, major donors, and members.
Full Position Description: Visit www.vcnva.org/jops.php
To Apply
Mail a cover letter, resume, and three references to: Jennifer Allen, Programs Manager, Friends of the Rappahannock, PO Box 7254, Fredericksburg, VA 22404 or email the materials to jenn_allen@riverfriends.org.

CIVIL WAR PRESERVATION TRUST- Grants Associate
The Grants Associate will be responsible for expanding CWPT's use of funding available for battlefield preservation from federal, state and local government entities, as well as other non-profit organizations.
To Apply: E-mail letters and resume to developmentresumes@civilwar.org.
For More Information: Visit www.civilwar.org/aboutus/a_jobsandinternships.htm

PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL- Multiple Openings
PEC is 30 year-old non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the Virginia Piedmont's rural economy, natural resources, history and beauty.
Jobs Listings: www.pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,219,0,0,html/Jobs-amp-Internships

Volunteer for Virginia Conservation Network
Do you live in or near Richmond? Are you looking for ways to help nonprofits function more effectively? If so, VCN can use your help on a variety of projects.
Contact: Suzanne Ankrum at suzanne@vcnva.org or 804-644-0283 to volunteer

VIRGINIA OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION - LOCAL CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDING
DEADLINE: December 15, 2007
The Virginia Office of Environmental Education with financial support from EPA is pleased to make available a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Regional Environmental Education Capacity Building. The complete package (RFP and attachments) can be downloaded from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
For More Information: Visit www.vanaturally.com/networks.html

FARM FOUNDATION - FUNDING FOR CONFERENCES TARGETING RURAL ISSUES
DEADLINE: Applications may be submitted at any time
The Farm Foundation provides support to private and public organizations to present multi-state or national conferences and workshops that address economic and policy issues critical to agriculture and people in rural communities. The Foundation seeks project proposals that specifically address one of the following priority areas: Consumer Issues, Environmental Quality and Natural Resources Issues, Globalization, New Technologies, Role of Agricultural Institutions, or Rural Community Viability.
For More Information: Visit www.farmfoundation.org/guidelines.htm