Latest news: May 18, 2012
May 18, 2012 | Posted by Kevin Chandler in Latest NewsSen. Richard Shelby to be recognized by National Wildlife Federation
By Mary Orndorff, The Press-Register (Mobile, Ala.). May 17, 2012.
"WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, normally not a favorite of environmental organizations, will accept an award tonight from the National Wildlife Federation for his work on the RESTORE Act, which…"
Reshaping a Greater New Orleans: Rebuilding Our Coast
May 18, 2012 | Posted by Elizabeth Skree in Meetings/EventsThis story was originally published on WYES.org.
Can Louisiana’s Coast Be Saved?
The state says it can and that it has a plan to protect and restore the imperiled Louisiana coast.
Tune in as experts discuss the planned projects, their costs, and their chances for success.
Watch RESHAPING A GREATER NEW ORLEANS: REBUILDING OUR COAST Sunday, May 20 at 8:00 p.m. Repeats Thursday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 25 at 10 p.m., and Sunday, May 27 at noon.
The State of Louisiana is finalizing the Comprehensive Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast which will serve as a blueprint for protecting and preserving the Louisiana coast. Learn more about what will be done to stop the loss of our wetlands and barrier islands when coastal experts Dr. Denise Reed, University of New Orleans; Dr. Robert Thomas, Loyola University New Orleans; Mark Davis, Tulane University join WYES Director of Local Initiatives Marcia Kavanaugh to discuss how the Master Plan will impact coastal communities and industries.
Also, check out our web project where you can learn how to become part of the coastal rebuilding effort at http://www.wyes.org/reshapingnola/.
This web project also offers an opportunity to hear first-hand from those working on restoration plans and projects, and much more.
Latest news: May 17, 2012
May 17, 2012 | Posted by Kevin Chandler in Latest NewsMoving forward on Restore Act: An editorial
Editorial, The Times-Picayune (New Orleans). May 17, 2012.
"When a final transportation bill is worked out by Senate-House negotiators, Sen. Barbara Boxer says that it will include a measure to direct 80 percent of BP oil spill fines to the Gulf Coast…" (
Coastal Master Plan passes another legislative milestone
May 16, 2012 | Posted by Elizabeth Skree in 2012 Coastal Master Plan, Congress
Update on Louisiana's 2012 Coastal Master Plan:
Earlier today, the Louisiana House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources and Environment unanimously approved the 2012 Coastal Master Plan (CR 46) and Annual State Coastal Protection and Restoration Plan (CR 41). On Monday, both plans passed the House Transportation Committee by a vote of 11-0. The next and final step for the master plan is consideration by the full Louisiana House of Representatives, which will likely happen early next week.
The Coastal Master Plan lays out a bold 50-year vision for protecting and restoring Louisiana's coastal area. Earlier this month, the Louisiana State Senate passed the master plan and sent it to the House for review. Be sure to follow our Delta Dispatches blog for more updates.
Latest news: May 16, 2012
May 16, 2012 | Posted by Kevin Chandler in Latest NewsEfforts to save coast slowed by lack of federal support
Editorial, The American Press (Lake Charles, La.). May 14, 2012.
"Remember the old joke about one of the biggest lies ever told is that the check is in the mail?
Well, that’s not a lie when in comes to Congress. And it’s…"
