We hope you find something you'll enjoy doing in our newsletter and join us in our efforts to protect the environment, locally and nationally! As a grassroots organization, the support of our volunteers is what keeps us moving. Whether you have a passion for the environment, are looking for a way to leave your mark, or just want to get your hands dirty, we are sure you'll find a purpose in the Miami Group.
Communities United For Action (CUFA) will discuss the various issues associated with sewer overflow in Hamilton County, as well as the effort to implement fair and affordable sewer rates in addition to a stormwater fee. NOPE! will also talk about the Duke pipeline and how the Ohio Power Siting Board's decision is being appealed. RSVP HERE!
Please join us for our winter retreat at Mt. Auburn Presbyterian Church! We'll have a hiking trip, games, and local presenters throughout the day. More details to follow about this event in the next newsletter. Check out our website for updated information.
Join us in a historic effort to increase funding for Clean, Green Commuting, and to support clean air, stopping climate catastrophe and getting around our city in a Clean, Green fashion! Vote YES in March on the Hamilton County Transit Levy!
In the Duke Pipeline Extension case, the Administrative Law Judge made a ruling on Friday, Jan. 17th to give more time for the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) to review the Applications for Rehearing. The time frame is unspecified and could take up to a number of months.
The Parties involved, along with NOPE, are still active during this time. Check the NOPE website
often for updates, especially for property owners who might be impacted.
Ohio Senate Bill 222 would prevent cities from placing a fee on items, such as single-use plastic bags and bottles, as a means to discourage overuse. A minimal charge for bags and bottles has proven to be an effective disincentive to wasteful over-consumption. Senate Bill 222 would take away a city's right to address pollution as it sees fit. Local governments should have the power to decide what is best for their community.
Contact us if you are interested in volunteering with us on this issue!
We had a great turnout at our first Environmental Trivia event this month! Thank you to everyone who participated and to HighGrain Brewing Co. for hosting us. If you would like to help us plan more events like this in the future, please let us know!
We have many opportunities to get involved with the environment and your community!
Fill out our form and we'll get in touch with you! We are in need of volunteers for:
-Membership Committee
-Innings Committee Volunteer
-Fundraising Committee Volunteer
-Political and Legislative Action Groups
-And much more!
Please visit our website for more information and to learn about these volunteering positions.
Bike the Little Miami Bike Trail from Isaac Walton League
The weather was about the upper 70’s degree range with clear sunny skies. We started off by doing a brief trail talk before we began the bike ride. This bike ride was casual moderate-paced. This bike ride began close to about 1:30 pm and we stopped at the Avoca Park for about 20 minutes or so and we returned back to the Isaac Walton League about 4:00 pm such as before the picnic portion began. This bike ride was approximately 24 miles. Join us at future bike rides!
“Explore, enjoy and protect the planet”… this opening sentence of the Sierra Club mission statement exemplifies the objectives of the Outings committee. By sponsoring outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, biking, backpacking, paddle sports and service projects, we actively engage both members and non-members in exploring and enjoying the natural world. Our volunteer Outings Leaders deliver outdoor activities for all skill levels encouraging community members to appreciate the environment and support its protection.
Here's a new way to donate – connect your Kroger Plus card to Sierra Club and Kroger will donate funds to the Miami Group's account at the Sierra Club Foundation. It won't cost you a cent and you can help protect the environment.
