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Les Stone
1208 Rose Ln Ashland OR 97520
April 12, 2018
City Recorder's Office
Attn: Melissa Huhtala
Re: Conservation Commission Vacancy
I am interested in being a member of the City of Ashland Conservation Commission and ask that
you consider me for one of the open seats. I am no stranger to Ashland as I lived here from
2003 to 2012 and returned home to Ashland in 2017.
As an interested member of our community, I would like to volunteer my time, skills and talents
to assist in achieving the mission of the Conservation Commission: to educate and advocate for
the wise use of resources by the City Government and the people of Ashland.
During 2003 to 2012 1 was an equality activist for the LGBT community in the Rogue Valley.
Upon returning to Ashland ten months ago, and after much thought on where I would direct my
energy, I began studying climate change at SOU. With global warming threatening our planet,
it's more important than ever to use our resources wisely, and with a focus on a lower carbon
footprint.
As a result of my excitement in the recent class on Climate Change at OLLI, I am participating in
Southern Oregon Climate Action Network's Master Climate Protector Program, a 30-hour, ten
week program on Global Warming. And I enrolled in two more OLLI classes: Pesticides and
Forest Fires. In addition, an opportunity to enroll in the April Pachamama Alliance "Drawdown"
program presented itself. I jumped at the chance as all courses are interrelated. Just last week I
learned of the openings on the Commission. Clearly an opportunity to put my knowledge to
use. It appears that everything is falling into place. With this powerful information I feel
confident that I'll be a strong asset to the Commission.
I respectfully request your support in being appointed to the City of Ashland Conservation
Commission. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Les Stone
3. Interests I want to actively participate in
Why are you applying for this position'? .
creating an environmentally sustaining, spiritually fulfilling
and socially just human presence on this planet.
4. Availability
Are you available to attend special meetings, in addition to the regularly scheduled
meetings? Do you prefer day or evening meetings?
Yes, I would be available, either days or evenings
5. Additional Information 2003-2012; 2017- present
How long have you lived in this community?
Please use the space below to summarize any additional qualifications you have for this
position
Strong sense of commitment. Analytical. Detail oriented.
Believer in global warming and climate change.
Passionate about making a difference. Able to help
others learn how they too can adapt their habits
and behaviors to reduce global warming.
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