December 19, 2008

As Congress crafts a massive economic stimulus package to help get
people back to work and jumpstart America's economy, please urge your
lawmakers to ensure that funds are invested wisely to protect and
restore clean water and America's rivers. Investments in green solutions
will create jobs, save money, and protect public health and safety. To
take action now, go to http://www.AmericanRivers.org/Alert1091.

We can't afford to waste money on outdated, costly approaches that will
lead to more wasteful use of water and energy. Funding expensive new
dams and "sewer lines to nowhere" will compound our problems and take us
in the wrong direction. Now is the time to make wise investments in
cost-effective, 21st century green infrastructure solutions and river
restoration projects. That means investing in water efficiency, natural
flood protection, smart stormwater management, and other cost-effective
solutions.

Congress has a terrific opportunity to lead our country towards a new
and stronger economy. Please send an email to your Members of Congress
asking them to invest in innovative water infrastructure solutions and
river restoration projects to create good, American jobs, stimulate the
economy, and ensure our country remains competitive for decades to come.
To send your email today, go to http://www.AmericanRivers.org/Alert1091.

Sincerely,

Rebecca R. Wodder
President
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