Massachusetts League of Environmental Voters

Erik Blasbaugh, Legislative Director, and Matt Nelson talk with Rob on Moir’s Environmental Advocates about the Massachusetts League of Environmental Voters. MLEV works to educate voters about important environmental issues, so they can make their voices heard with legislators.  MLEV let voters know about the environmental initiatives and actions of their elected officials.Erik and Matt describe three strong leaders in local government who have made the environment and our health a priority. Mayor Lisa Wong has been turning the old mill town of Fitchburg into a recreational kayaking town on the Nashua River. The West Fitchburg Steamline Trail Park is the first completion of the Mayor’s plans to develop a network of trails along the river.  Mayor Wong oversaw a company of 179 years complete a co-generation project that will lower energy costs and keep 150 existing jobs in Fitchburg. Boston City Councilor Ayanna Pressley is a champion of women’s rights and environmental justice in Boston. She formed and currently chairs the Committee on Women and Healthy Communities.  Environment and energy, affordable housing and public transportations are priorities for Councilor Pressley where she has built partnerships and launched educational programs. Massachusetts Representative Geraldo Alicea worked with the DEP to ensure funding of clean water revolving fund and was awarded a 100% grade on voting for environmental legislation, as well as being awarded “freshman legislator of the year,” and by the Office of Victim Assistance “Legislator of the Year.”