Time to Act Green Instead of Think Green

Global warming is not a myth! It is happening and now is the time to act. Just as a team, it takes individual efforts to fight this battle. The city of Alton has virtually done nothing to address our environmental issues. Yes they offer recycling, but only the minority does it. We need to make it manadatory. The city needs to look at assisstance business into converting to solar power, and as new homes are built, give incentives to put in thermo-geo energy.

Each generation has always tried to make the world a better place and the baby boomers must lead the way. First easy step is to replace your light bulbs. Not only using energy efficent light bulbs help the environment, is saves you money in the long run. Up front costs of purchases may seem expensive but the lights can last up to 5 years.

Our city leaders are certainly not interested in our next generations or else they would be leading the way. Step up and act to make our city a better place to live!

Madison County Green Party Affiliated With State Party

On April 16, 2007, the Illinois Green Party announced that the Madison County Green Party was officially affiliated with the state party. Over the last few weeks, a small group of Madison County citizens have been meeting to formalize the Madison County Green Party.

The following positions were filled by the Madison County Green Party:

Chairman of Madison County Green Party – Rodger Jennings, Alton
Treasurer of Madison County Green Party - Keith Powell, Alton
Secretary of Madison County Green Party – Danielle Swan, Edwardsville
Representative to State Party (LGP) – Mark Mallion, Edwardsville

Trustee 1 – Mike Toje, Edwardsville
Trustee 2 - Erick Gates, Edwardsville
Trustee 3 – Tim Bethel, Alton

The Madison County Green Party passed by-laws in accordance to the requirements to become affiliated with the state Illinois Green Party.

“We have made an important step in Madison County allowing the voters another choice to represent them”, said Jennings, Chairman. “It is our goal next to identify key races to focus on in 2008 and announce our candidates for these races.”

Currently the Madison County Green Party has been alternating places to hold meetings but is looking for a home. The next meeting which is open to the public will be held Tuesday, April 24, at 7:00 pm at the public library in Edwardsville, Illinois. Anyone interested in more information about the Green Party can go to www.ilgp.org. or call 866-752-3540 which is Jennings’ office phone.