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Madison has secured the Madison Crushing quarry for a new natural-recreation site, but they need your help to fund it!

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City of Madison seeks county support for Madison Crushing quarry acquisition
County staff said the City of Madison closed last week on the Madison Crushing quarry and will seek a Dane County Conservation Fund grant of about 25 percent of the $5.36 million project (~$1.3M). Commissioners will hear a full presentation at the Oct. 14 meeting.
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September 29, 2026 at 6:08 AM
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Dane County is gearing up for a crucial Oct. 14 meeting to discuss $4.2 million in conservation grants that could transform local landscapes!

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Dane County staff preview second round of Conservation Fund grant applications
Parks staff told commissioners the county received four applications in the second-cycle deadline (Sept. 1), including large acquisition and easement requests; staff previewed projects and said the fund balance (carryforward plus cycle requests) leaves limited discretionary capacity.
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September 28, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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A $225,000 investment from Lucas County has generated over $4.7 million in external grants for conservation efforts, but continued funding is critical to sustain these vital programs.

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Budget hearings: Soil & Water, OSU Extension present funding needs; commissioners press state for greater support
At 2027 budget hearings, Lucas Soil & Water highlighted a $225,000 county investment that staff said helped leverage $4.7 million in external grants; OSU Extension outlined three staffing/funding options and warned a 13% reduction would cut services. Commissioners urged coordinated state advocacy.
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September 19, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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Wyoming lawmakers are taking a significant step towards protecting wildlife by advancing a new funding plan that could reshape the future of conservation in the state.

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Committee advances placeholder funding plan for proposed Wildlife Legacy Fund
Lawmakers approved moving forward with a placeholder mechanism that would dedicate a portion of severance-tax revenues above consensus forecast to a proposed Wyoming Wildlife Legacy Fund, leaving the final target corpus to be set at a later meeting. The committee carried 27 LSO 0058 to November for additional drafting.
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September 10, 2026 at 2:53 AM
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Florida's Avon Park is pioneering a groundbreaking Wildlife PES program that rewards landowners with up to $97 per acre for enhancing wildlife corridors—could this model reshape conservation funding?

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Avon Park sentinel PES cited as higher‑paying, stackable model in Florida pilot
Speakers described a new PES enrollment for the Avon Park Air Force Range sentinel landscape with reported payments of about $33–$97 per acre per year and eligibility across Highlands, Polk, Okeechobee and Osceola counties.
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September 3, 2026 at 6:46 AM
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St. Johns County just voted to put a groundbreaking $100 million conservation bond on the November ballot, aiming to protect our natural treasures and enhance recreational spaces!

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Commission votes 3–2 to place $100 million conservation bond on Nov. 3 ballot
After extensive public comment from conservation groups and residents, the board voted 3–2 to adopt a resolution placing a general‑obligation bond question (up to $100 million, paid by a 0.15‑mill levy) on the November 3 ballot to fund land acquisition and protection administered through the county's LAMP program.
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August 22, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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The Personnel & Budget Committee has just recommended a substantial $7.94 million budget for FY2027, paving the way for critical conservation initiatives in the Pinelands.

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Personnel & Budget Committee recommends $7.94M FY2027 operating budget to full Pinelands Commission
The committee voted to recommend the FY2027 budgets — an operating budget of $7,935,438 plus separate Pinelands Conservation, Fenwick Preservation and Katie Fund budgets — to the full Pinelands Commission after staff reviewed revenues, state chargebacks and major program priorities.
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August 19, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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Together, we're helping conserve BC's fish, wildlife, and habitats for future generations.

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August 18, 2026 at 4:30 AM
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Residents are demanding answers about the mysterious ownership of the New York Military Academy site and the potential impact of proposed zoning changes on their community's green spaces.

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Residents press town on who owns NEMA and why zoning is changing
Several citizens asked who owns the New York Military Academy property and why the plan proposes changing its zoning; speakers urged the board to verify ownership, applicant intent and to pursue open‑space funding to protect green space.
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August 12, 2026 at 3:54 AM
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Exciting developments are underway in Beaufort County as Jasper County steps up with $2 million to support crucial conservation efforts and upcoming project closures!

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Committee hears project updates; Jasper County funds Chelsea closing, committee recommends bond approach
Staff reported on multiple project updates including Simmons easement and a Chelsea closing expected by Aug. 7 with Jasper County contributing $2 million; the committee voted to recommend that county council discuss bond issuance with Jasper County to support conservation pipeline funding.
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July 18, 2026 at 2:59 AM
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The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is rolling out a new $10.50 annual permit for public lands, sparking a heated debate on conservation funding and access fees for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Arkansas Game and Fish Commission requires $10.50 annual permit for AGFC-owned public lands
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has begun requiring a $10.50 annual permit for certain public lands it owns, covering activities such as bird-watching, kayaking and hiking; exemptions include people under 16 and holders of hunting or fishing licenses, and the commission said it will allow a temporary grace period for enforcement.
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July 11, 2026 at 1:27 AM
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Budget pressures in Waushara County could threaten vital conservation jobs and halt a $20,000 watershed program, raising alarms about the future of local land preservation.

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Waushara County conservation staff warn budget strain could force staff cuts, delay $20,000 watershed payment
County conservation staff told the committee that an impending budget squeeze could force cuts to locally funded positions and prompted discussion of dropping a $20,000 annual intergovernmental payment; the committee tabled the membership decision to allow further review and outreach.
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July 3, 2026 at 6:38 AM
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Federal grant awards for conservation projects are in limbo as administrative delays hold up crucial funding for town parcels.

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Board told federal grant awards are delayed; land trust explains reimbursement and sub‑applicant process
The land trust reported that several conservation grants have been awarded and budgeted but that federal release of funds has been delayed due to administrative procedure changes; the board heard that the land trust is typically a sub‑applicant in coalition applications and that due‑diligence costs will affect final reimbursements to the town.
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June 24, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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The House farm bill may have removed harmful pesticide preemption, but it slashes vital conservation funding and nutrition programs—what does this mean for our communities?

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Environmental Working Group briefs Ulster County committee on House farm bill: pesticide preemption removed but EQIP and nutrition supports cut
Jeff Horfield of the Environmental Working Group told the committee the House farm bill removed the most egregious pesticide preemption language but included a $500 million cut to EQIP and failed to restore farm‑to‑school funding or reverse SNAP cuts; he said the measure now moves to the Senate.
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June 11, 2026 at 8:25 AM
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Dickinson Township just scored a $1 million grant to transform local parks, ensuring community green spaces thrive for generations to come!

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Dickinson Township wins $1 million state federal grant for park development
Township manager told the board the township was awarded a $1,000,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant administered by the National Park Service and the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources; funds are restricted to park development and contracting is the final step.
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June 2, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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In a tense 3-2 vote, Collier County commissioners have taken the first step toward potentially acquiring the controversial 166.63-acre Smith property, igniting a fierce debate on conservation versus taxpayer costs.

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Commission narrowly greenlights appraisals and Phase I study for contested Sable Palm (Smith) property
Following extended public testimony and debate over restoration costs and conservation value, the board voted 3–2 to advance a contested 166.63‑acre Smith property from staff's C ranking toward an A‑list acquisition by funding appraisals and a Phase I environmental assessment using Conservation Collier funds.
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May 22, 2026 at 6:40 AM
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A recent vote by the RAC has led to a controversial new digital access permit for Utah's wildlife areas, sparking debates over lost revenue and funding for maintenance.

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After legislature, DWR sets free digital WMA access permit; RAC objects to loss of fee revenue
Following state legislation, DWR will require either a hunting/fishing license or a free digital access permit to visit wildlife and waterfowl management areas; RAC members objected to removing permit fees that previously funded WMA maintenance.
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May 17, 2026 at 8:16 AM
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Alachua County is taking bold steps to protect conservation funding by revising Amendment 1, sparking a crucial debate on its future.

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Commission agrees to circulate county attorney's Amendment 1 draft language to conservation stakeholders
After debate about strategy and legal options, the board agreed to send the county attorney's draft language revising Amendment 1 to conservation organizations and the Water and Land Legacy Committee for consideration of a repeal‑and‑replace or other corrective approach.
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May 11, 2026 at 7:10 AM
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Manatee County is exploring new revenue options to fund parks and conservation, but what will it mean for your taxes?

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Manatee County hears Trust for Public Land feasibility study on options to fund parks and conservation
The Trust for Public Land presented a draft feasibility study outlining bonds, a property‑tax millage and a sales‑tax option to fund parks and conservation in Manatee County; staff will commission voter polling and return in the summer with recommendations.
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May 7, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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The House Fish and Game Committee has narrowly advanced a controversial constitutional amendment to protect the right to hunt and fish, sparking concerns over potential costly litigation and future legislative hurdles.

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Committee advances CACR 15 to preserve right to hunt and fish; minority report ordered
The House Fish and Game Committee voted to advance CACR 15, a proposed constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right to hunt, fish and harvest game, over objections that it could be costly to reverse and spur litigation; the motion passed 8–6 and a minority report was requested.
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March 11, 2026 at 5:37 AM
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Minnesota's DNR is proposing a game-changing vehicle-registration add-on that could revolutionize outdoor funding and make accessing parks and wildlife areas more affordable than ever!

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DNR pitches vehicle-registration "outdoor recreation endorsement" to fund parks and conservation
Minnesota DNR presented a proposal for an opt-in vehicle-registration endorsement that would replace some park stickers, reduce per-user fees over time and distribute revenues across parks, wildlife, forests and enforcement; DNR recommended statutory protections and outlined a phased fee plan.
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February 27, 2026 at 12:17 PM
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The House Revenue Committee has just moved to increase Oregon's transient lodging tax, potentially generating millions for wildlife conservation—find out what this means for the state's future!

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House committee adopts amendment and forwards lodging-tax increase to House floor
In a work session the committee adopted a dash-1 amendment to HB 4134 altering distributions of a proposed transient lodging tax increase, then voted to send the bill as amended to the House floor with a due-pass recommendation.
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February 27, 2026 at 4:08 AM
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Oregon's House just passed a controversial bill to raise lodging taxes, aiming to fund wolf management—will it protect wildlife or burden residents?

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Oregon House approves lodging tax hike to fund wolf compensation and prevention
The Oregon House passed House Bill 4,134 on Feb. 24, 2026, increasing the state transient lodging tax to create a dedicated wolf management compensation and proactive trust fund. Supporters said it provides reliable funding for nonlethal deterrence and compensation; opponents warned of costs to Oregonians and tourism.
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February 26, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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A new Senate Bill in Maryland aims to safeguard $25 million annually for vital land preservation programs, crucial for fighting against the irreversible loss of farmland to development.

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Conservation groups push to restore diverted land‑preservation funds; sponsors say bill preserves long‑term conservation tools
SB 424 would prevent the diversion of $25 million annually from the land preservation special fund to the general fund for FY2027–FY2029 and keep those dedicated transfer‑tax dollars in the preservation fund. A broad coalition of land trusts, farm bureaus and local groups urged a favorable report, warning that the diversion undermines long‑term conservation and farmland preservation.
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February 26, 2026 at 10:31 AM