Protect more land
Published: Sat, Sep. 16, 2006 12:00AM
Modified Sat, Sep. 16, 2006 03:50AM
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closeThanks to the Council of State for its support for the acquisition of more than 10,000 acres to protect water quality and unique natural areas, and enhance park and recreation opportunities across North Carolina (news story, Sept. 12).
While this is the right thing for North Carolina, during the next year the state will see 100,000 acres of its farms, forests and natural areas converted to more urbanized uses. According to the federal Census, by 2030 our state will need to make room for a population larger than that of Michigan, Ohio and New Jersey.
That's why the General Assembly and governor have appointed a Land and Water Conservation Study Commission to determine how the state can significantly increase its investment to protect our great natural assets in the face of such growth.
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Land for Tomorrow is a coalition of more than 230 diverse organizations, communities and individuals, including farmers, foresters, business executives, conservationists, health professionals and many others, all supporting the efforts of the commission.
They share one thing: They believe we owe it to ourselves, our families and our grandchildren to find a way to significantly increase land and water conservation. Otherwise, the North Carolina we love will disappear forever.
For additional information, go to www.landfortomorrow.org.
Kate Dixon
Director
Land for Tomorrow
Durham
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