TAKE ACTION

Thank Local Papers for Articles on Local Economy and Food Policy

Thank the East Oregonian for its editorial on the importance of a sustainable food policy and/or thank The Observer for its editorial on buying locally this holiday season.

Take Action on Hunger in Oregon

Oregon's rate of hunger is one of the worst in the nation and is increasing midst the economic downturn. Here are six actions that you can take to improve the situation.

Offer Your Comments on the B2H Transmission Line Project

Your comments are needed on the proposed transmission line project from Boardman, OR to Hemingway, ID. Deadline is Friday, November 14.

Take a Big Look at Land Use Policy

---DEADLINE PASSED--- Fill out the Big Look Task Force's Statewide Public Opinion Survey to add your thoughts on how to improve Oregon's land-use program and plan for the future. The deadline is Tuesday, October 21.

Tell USDA to fix meat labeling rules

----DEADLINE PASSED--- Add your comments to the final rule on Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) before the deadline of September 30, 2008.

Sign the Food Declaration

Add your name and comments to a document that reflects a growing national movement to change the way we think about food, the land, the economy, and our communities.

Tell Congressman Walden that you need the planet to have an economy!

Congressman Walden recently asked, "Do we really want to destroy our economy to save our planet?" If his comment concerns you, contact him now.

Renewable Energy Tax Credits Remain Stalled in Senate

Contact your legislators about extending tax incentives for renewable energy and energy efficiency – a critical piece of the solution to high energy prices.