12 Sep Bainbridge Island Land Trust Speaks Out Against WA Initiative 2117
News Mac DavenportOn September 8, our very own Nora Nickum, Board Member and Public Policy Committee Chair at the Bainbridge Island Land Trust, appeared alongside Governor Jay Inslee and No On 2117 organizers to speak out against Initiative 2117 at a local rally. The Land Trust is leading the effort to create a local coalition and spread the word with Islanders about the dangers of this initiative and the importance of defeating it. At the Land Trust, we know that to safeguard the lands and waters of Bainbridge Island for future generations of people and wildlife, we need strong climate policies and public investments in things like acquiring land for conservation, removing fish passage barriers, and restoring habitat. Through the Climate Commitment Act, championed by Governor Inslee, over $2 billion has been invested in crucial community initiatives such as conservation, public transit, decarbonization, air quality improvement, wildfire prevention, climate resilience, energy assistance for low-income households, salmon recovery, and farmland preservation. If passed, Initiative 2117 would repeal this vital legislation, preventing future carbon pricing laws and eliminating billions in funding. Joining a diverse coalition of over 450 organizations—including faith groups, unions, municipalities, major corporations like Microsoft and Amazon, the Suquamish Tribe, and organizations like the Audubon Society and The Nature Conservancy—the Land Trust urges voters to reject 2117 to safeguard these essential environmental and community investments. Join your neighbors in voting NO on 2117 this November to protect the air, water, forests, and farmland of Bainbridge Island and across Washington for generations to come. Organizations can join the coalition by pledging to vote no. For more information, visit no2117.com.
