Natural Resources (California)

Natural Resources (California)

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LWVHC supports safe storage, management, and disposal of hazardous wastes generated in Humboldt County, with special emphasis on adequate financial support for the agencies that reduce and dispose of wastes. LWVHC supports increased awareness of hazardous materials use and disposal, as well as non-hazardous alternatives. Producers and users of hazardous materials should share in the responsibility for the costs of hazardous waste management.

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Support protection of Humboldt Bay and the orderly development of adjacent lands for industrial, shipping, commercial, recreational, and tribal uses. Support recognition of the intrinsic value of the bay, with full consideration of the conservation of Humboldt Bay's natural resources and stewardship of Humboldt Bay as a whole.

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Support land use planning for Humboldt County that recognizes the need for more affordable housing, prioritizes policies that mitigate impacts of climate change, addresses economic vitality, and preserves natural spaces. Citizens must have meaningful participation in land use planning and regulation.

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Support of a physical environment beneficial to life; action to promote wise use of ground and surface water resources and improvement of water, air, and soil quality.

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We support preserving and enhancing the environmental integrity and quality of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Ecosystem.

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We support the restricted use of and classification of pesticides.

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We support water quality and quantity standards and support managing water as a natural resource.

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We support regulatory policies for solid waste management.

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Support of policies and programs which protect the health of the people, preserve the natural resources of the state, and focus on conservation, recreation, and research.
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We support responsible stewardship of both public and private lands, recognizing that land use planning impacts air, water, mineral and biological resources and shapes social and economic conditions.

What do we advocate?

  • Establishment of livable communities with...
 
Affordable housing and safe neighborhoods
Adequate parks for recreation

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