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<br /> Join 'the,, Minnesota' Sustainable.-Cor mm-unities Network! o So what are you waiting for?
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<br /> ncreasing numbers of Minnesotans recognize that a Useful Information. Network members will receive a � Yes,I'd like to join the
<br /> transition to a more sustainable society is needed if we information about sustainability-electronically and/or by mailings. 0 Minnesota Sustainable Communities Network!
<br /> are to leave a healthy natural environment,a prosperous;.i Information on local success stories,guides,manuals,videos, e
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<br /> individuals and organizations throughout the state are working 'r. e
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<br /> toward sustainabilityin areas as diverse as agriculture,waste '
<br /> 9 members will have'the;opportunity to meet others in their commu- a
<br /> management;energy,manufacturing,,retail,urban,planning, a ; a Affiliation('if any)
<br /> pities and regions with similar interests in sustainability,which can
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<br /> economic development;leg islative'policy,housing, lead'to broader local partnerships and new working relationships.A
<br /> education,land use and transportation. directory'of MnSCN members will be distributed and special gath-•_.
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<br /> To support this work toward more sustainable communities,the ` Brings will be planned for the MnSCN. 9
<br /> Minnesota Office of Environmental`Assistance is sponsoring the Access to Assistance. Network members can estab- a
<br /> Minnesota Sustainable Communities Network(MnSCN).The lish contacts with staff from the,Minnesota Office of Environmental a CiN
<br /> Assistance's Sustainable,Communities team who are available to
<br /> goal of MnSCN is to encourage networking, '
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<br /> exchange,and better access to assistance.This'network StateZIP
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<br /> organizations in Minnesota(and bordering areas)who are; Internship'.Opportunities. MnSCN members a
<br /> interested in moving toward sustainability:meeting our needs I can.participate,in the OEA's sustainable communities intern pro,- e
<br /> today while ensuring that future generations can continue to '+, gram,which helps match interested,individuals with organizations a E-mail address
<br /> meet their own needs.There is no charge for membership,and i that are working towards sustainability. e
<br /> no further obligation for joining..MnSCN is open to all with an i Recognition.MnSCN members are eligible for special awards a Fax
<br /> interest.in sustainability. F and recognition for their efforts�in working towards sustainability a i
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<br /> MnSCN mailing list and will �`e ;__ /�� ,� 'will'be disseminated on financial assistance provided by the 11 o shared'with others in an MnSCN member directory.
<br /> receive practical.....- `' �,� OFA as well as other state;federal.and foundation funders. a y' !
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<br /> programs,and trainingand f' ~ ®� And,equally important to all of the above,you will receive the e
<br /> ' N better future for yourself;, e 'Questions?Call Paul Moss,Philipp Muessig or Diane Wanner
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<br /> your community,and the generations that will follow.
<br /> specific advantages for.joining include: o" a others who might also be interested in participating in this network.
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