Potosnak to Serve as Executive Director for the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters
Ed Potosnak
January 16, 2012
TRENTON, NJ—The New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (NJLCV) and New Jersey League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (NJLCVEF) announced today that Ed Potosnak will serve as the organization’s Executive Director.
Debbie Mans, Chair of the NJLCV said “The New Jersey League of Conservation Voters is very excited to welcome Ed Potosnak as our Executive Director. His unique background in science and education coupled with his experience in environmental policy and legislation will provide voters and Members of the State Legislature with accurate, non-partisan, information. NJLCV will also expand its practice of scoring legislation and the records of State Legislators to inform voters which public officials in Trenton can be trusted to safeguard our land, water, air, wildlife and communities. I know that we have found a passionate, articulate and intelligent leader in Ed and I look forward to working with him. ”
While teaching High School Chemistry, Mr. Potosnak was selected for the highly competitive Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship and served for more than two years in Washington D.C. in the office of Congressman Mike Honda (D-CA). Part of Mr. Potosnak’s legislative portfolio included environmental protection. He is currently an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers University.
“I am honored to join the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters as Executive Director,” Potosnak said. “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity,” he exclaimed. “The NJLCV’s membership is extremely diverse and I look forward building on the grass roots energy of our members to ensure our children and future generations have access to clean water and air, as well as conserved land and wildlife to enjoy,” Potosnak concluded.
Potosnak will also serve as Executive Director of the League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (NJLCVEF), a sister organization to NJLCV that works to increase the capacity of the environmental
movement, mobilize citizens as informed voters, and advocate for sound environmental policies.
Margaret O’Gorman, Chair of the NJLCVEF welcomed Ed Potosnak, saying “Ed understands the need for a clear and consistent voice communicating about environmental issues in New Jersey. Residents, voters and environmental advocates will all benefit from his knowledge and energy.”
The NJ LCV is a non-partisan, non-profit, public education, policy making and political action organization that works to make environmental protection a top priority with elected officials, decision-makers and the voters. To learn more, visit www.njlcv.org.
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TRENTON, NJ—The New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (NJLCV) and New Jersey League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (NJLCVEF) announced today that Ed Potosnak will serve as the organization’s Executive Director.
Debbie Mans, Chair of the NJLCV said “The New Jersey League of Conservation Voters is very excited to welcome Ed Potosnak as our Executive Director. His unique background in science and education coupled with his experience in environmental policy and legislation will provide voters and Members of the State Legislature with accurate, non-partisan, information. NJLCV will also expand its practice of scoring legislation and the records of State Legislators to inform voters which public officials in Trenton can be trusted to safeguard our land, water, air, wildlife and communities. I know that we have found a passionate, articulate and intelligent leader in Ed and I look forward to working with him. ”
While teaching High School Chemistry, Mr. Potosnak was selected for the highly competitive Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship and served for more than two years in Washington D.C. in the office of Congressman Mike Honda (D-CA). Part of Mr. Potosnak’s legislative portfolio included environmental protection. He is currently an adjunct faculty member at Rutgers University.
“I am honored to join the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters as Executive Director,” Potosnak said. “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity,” he exclaimed. “The NJLCV’s membership is extremely diverse and I look forward building on the grass roots energy of our members to ensure our children and future generations have access to clean water and air, as well as conserved land and wildlife to enjoy,” Potosnak concluded.
Potosnak will also serve as Executive Director of the League of Conservation Voters Education Fund (NJLCVEF), a sister organization to NJLCV that works to increase the capacity of the environmental
movement, mobilize citizens as informed voters, and advocate for sound environmental policies.
Margaret O’Gorman, Chair of the NJLCVEF welcomed Ed Potosnak, saying “Ed understands the need for a clear and consistent voice communicating about environmental issues in New Jersey. Residents, voters and environmental advocates will all benefit from his knowledge and energy.”
The NJ LCV is a non-partisan, non-profit, public education, policy making and political action organization that works to make environmental protection a top priority with elected officials, decision-makers and the voters. To learn more, visit www.njlcv.org.
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NEW JERSEY LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS UNVEILS ENDORSMENTS FOR STATE LEGISLATURE
October 21, 2011
TRENTON, NJ – In an effort to emphasize champions of environmental protection and land conservation, the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (NJLCV) today announced endorsements in the November 2011 state legislative elections.
“We felt it was important to identify legislators who have distinguished themselves as defenders of the environment,” said Debbie Mans, chair of the NJLCV. “With the entire Senate and Assembly up for re-election this year, the results will likely determine whether vital environmental laws will stay on the books, or whether they will be scaled back.”
Mans said that Governor Christie’s decision to withdraw the state from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) as well as pending legislation to prohibit the NJ Department of Environmental Protection from exceeding federal minimum standards are just two recent examples of the political reality faced by environmental advocates.
“New Jersey’s environment is in jeopardy by a prolonged economic downturn, unprecedented state fiscal challenges and a state government intent on rolling back many environmental regulations and initiatives,” added Carleton Montgomery, chair of the NJLCV Policy Committee. “Our response is to provide voters another tool to help make informed decisions about who is the best choice to send to Trenton to safeguard our land, water, air, wildlife and communities.”
Montgomery noted that the NJLCV evaluated the environmental performance of candidates seeking office in the November state legislative elections by scoring key environmental votes and by distributing and evaluating the results of a 12 question policy survey.
The NJLCV is a non-partisan, non-profit, public education, policy making and political action organization that works to make environmental protection a top priority with elected officials, decision-makers and the voters. To learn more, visit www.njlcv.org.
NJLCV Endorsements for November State Legislative Elections
Assemblyman Herb Conaway – LD 7
Senator Linda Greenstein – LD 14
Assemblyman Daniel Benson – LD 14
Assemblyman Reed Gusciora – LD 15
Senator Bob Smith – LD 17
Senator Barbara Buono – LD 18
Senator Peter Barnes – LD 18
Senator Joe Vitale – LD 19
Assemblywoman Mila Jasey – LD 27
Assemblyman John McKeon – LD 27
Assemblywoman Nellie Pou – LD 35
Senator Loretta Weinberg – LD 37
Assemblywoman Valerie Vaineiri Huttle – LD 37
Senator Robert Gordon – LD 38
Assemblywoman Connie Wagner – LD 38
TRENTON, NJ – In an effort to emphasize champions of environmental protection and land conservation, the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (NJLCV) today announced endorsements in the November 2011 state legislative elections.
“We felt it was important to identify legislators who have distinguished themselves as defenders of the environment,” said Debbie Mans, chair of the NJLCV. “With the entire Senate and Assembly up for re-election this year, the results will likely determine whether vital environmental laws will stay on the books, or whether they will be scaled back.”
Mans said that Governor Christie’s decision to withdraw the state from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) as well as pending legislation to prohibit the NJ Department of Environmental Protection from exceeding federal minimum standards are just two recent examples of the political reality faced by environmental advocates.
“New Jersey’s environment is in jeopardy by a prolonged economic downturn, unprecedented state fiscal challenges and a state government intent on rolling back many environmental regulations and initiatives,” added Carleton Montgomery, chair of the NJLCV Policy Committee. “Our response is to provide voters another tool to help make informed decisions about who is the best choice to send to Trenton to safeguard our land, water, air, wildlife and communities.”
Montgomery noted that the NJLCV evaluated the environmental performance of candidates seeking office in the November state legislative elections by scoring key environmental votes and by distributing and evaluating the results of a 12 question policy survey.
The NJLCV is a non-partisan, non-profit, public education, policy making and political action organization that works to make environmental protection a top priority with elected officials, decision-makers and the voters. To learn more, visit www.njlcv.org.
NJLCV Endorsements for November State Legislative Elections
Assemblyman Herb Conaway – LD 7
Senator Linda Greenstein – LD 14
Assemblyman Daniel Benson – LD 14
Assemblyman Reed Gusciora – LD 15
Senator Bob Smith – LD 17
Senator Barbara Buono – LD 18
Senator Peter Barnes – LD 18
Senator Joe Vitale – LD 19
Assemblywoman Mila Jasey – LD 27
Assemblyman John McKeon – LD 27
Assemblywoman Nellie Pou – LD 35
Senator Loretta Weinberg – LD 37
Assemblywoman Valerie Vaineiri Huttle – LD 37
Senator Robert Gordon – LD 38
Assemblywoman Connie Wagner – LD 38
Environmental Activists Launch New Jersey League of Conservation Voters
May 12, 2010
Trenton, NJ- Several of New Jersey's leading environmental activists launched the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (NJLCV), a non-partisan, non-profit, public education, and policy making organization that works to make environmental protection a top priority with elected officials, decision-makers and the voters.
"From the White House to the state house, it's more important than ever that we advance strong environmental policies that protect the air our children breathe and the water they drink," said Shirin Bidel-Niyat, national LCV campaigns director. "We welcome the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters to the LCV family and we look forward to working with them to build a cleaner, safer, more sustainable future."
"NJLCV will seek adoption and implementation of key environmental and public health policies, regulations and legislation; evaluate the environmental performance of public officials, , and endorse environmental leaders for public office in the GardenState," explained Sandy Batty, Treasurer.
NJLCV will develop and publicize a “scorecard” on key environmental legislation and other activities, as well as a "report card" for the governor and senior administrative officials.
"Using the scorecard, NJLCV will track elected officials’ records to distinguish between those who act to protect and improve our quality of life and those who don’t," said Carleton Montgomery.
"NJLCV will develop a proactive environmental agenda seeking adoption of key policies and laws needed to safeguard the environment of every community – urban, suburban, and rural - throughout the GardenState," said Debbie Mans, Chair.
"We look forward to engaging with and supporting the efforts of all environmental organizations in New Jersey," said Eric Stiles, Secretary. "NJLCV will be drawing on the expertise of other environmentalists throughout the state for advice in establishing the organization's agenda and selecting what issues merit placement on the scorecard."
"Our goal is to empower the broader environmental community to become more engaged and effective in the public policy process, and by serving as a voice for that broader community," said Michele Byers, Co-Chair.
"In recent years, far too few elected officials have made the environment and our health a priority, and many citizens are concerned that our environmental laws, regulations and programs are under attack by those who would roll back the substantial progress that has been made in the last 50 years," said Bill Sheehan.
"This attack on the environment has come at the same New Jersey voters are reaffirming their long tradition of support for policies to protect the State's enviroment, such as approval of Public Question One last year to continue state open space preservation efforts," said Jim Waltman.
" New Jersey has a long tradition of non-partisan environmental leadership and a diverse, effective constituency for environmental issues," said Valorie Caffee.
"NJLCV will help strengthen environmental advocacy by informing legislators about the issues and educating voters on the legislators’ voting records. NJLCV will alert the public and the media of key actions of public officials and closely monitor regulatory agencies and executive appointments," said Julia Somers.
"NJLCV will undertake initiatives to expand public participation in the legislative process and give a powerful voice to citizens who value the environment," said Tom Gilbert.
"Launching NJLCV provides an opportunity for the broad, deep and diverse conservation and environmental communities in the state to participate in the public policy process," said Tim Dillingham.
Trenton, NJ- Several of New Jersey's leading environmental activists launched the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters (NJLCV), a non-partisan, non-profit, public education, and policy making organization that works to make environmental protection a top priority with elected officials, decision-makers and the voters.
"From the White House to the state house, it's more important than ever that we advance strong environmental policies that protect the air our children breathe and the water they drink," said Shirin Bidel-Niyat, national LCV campaigns director. "We welcome the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters to the LCV family and we look forward to working with them to build a cleaner, safer, more sustainable future."
"NJLCV will seek adoption and implementation of key environmental and public health policies, regulations and legislation; evaluate the environmental performance of public officials, , and endorse environmental leaders for public office in the GardenState," explained Sandy Batty, Treasurer.
NJLCV will develop and publicize a “scorecard” on key environmental legislation and other activities, as well as a "report card" for the governor and senior administrative officials.
"Using the scorecard, NJLCV will track elected officials’ records to distinguish between those who act to protect and improve our quality of life and those who don’t," said Carleton Montgomery.
"NJLCV will develop a proactive environmental agenda seeking adoption of key policies and laws needed to safeguard the environment of every community – urban, suburban, and rural - throughout the GardenState," said Debbie Mans, Chair.
"We look forward to engaging with and supporting the efforts of all environmental organizations in New Jersey," said Eric Stiles, Secretary. "NJLCV will be drawing on the expertise of other environmentalists throughout the state for advice in establishing the organization's agenda and selecting what issues merit placement on the scorecard."
"Our goal is to empower the broader environmental community to become more engaged and effective in the public policy process, and by serving as a voice for that broader community," said Michele Byers, Co-Chair.
"In recent years, far too few elected officials have made the environment and our health a priority, and many citizens are concerned that our environmental laws, regulations and programs are under attack by those who would roll back the substantial progress that has been made in the last 50 years," said Bill Sheehan.
"This attack on the environment has come at the same New Jersey voters are reaffirming their long tradition of support for policies to protect the State's enviroment, such as approval of Public Question One last year to continue state open space preservation efforts," said Jim Waltman.
" New Jersey has a long tradition of non-partisan environmental leadership and a diverse, effective constituency for environmental issues," said Valorie Caffee.
"NJLCV will help strengthen environmental advocacy by informing legislators about the issues and educating voters on the legislators’ voting records. NJLCV will alert the public and the media of key actions of public officials and closely monitor regulatory agencies and executive appointments," said Julia Somers.
"NJLCV will undertake initiatives to expand public participation in the legislative process and give a powerful voice to citizens who value the environment," said Tom Gilbert.
"Launching NJLCV provides an opportunity for the broad, deep and diverse conservation and environmental communities in the state to participate in the public policy process," said Tim Dillingham.