July 8, 2013 — Audubon applauds critical investments that protect State’s environment and build its economy

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June 12, 2013 — Honorees Recognized for Supporting Innovative Education Programs & Advancing Critical Environmental Restoration Projects in Montezuma Wetlands

May 13, 2013 — Audubon New York unveils Chimney Swift Towers constructed in City Parks with help of area schools.

April 22, 2013 — Audubon Launches New Regional Initiative to Protect Beach-Nesting Birds; School Children Unveil Handmade Signs to Remind Residents to ‘Share the Beach.’

March 22, 2013 — Recognized for leadership in revitalizing State Parks; fostering public-private partnerships to enhance habitat

March 15, 2013 — Former DEC Commissioner becomes first woman to lead NY’s largest bird conservation organization

February 6, 2013 — Sean Mahar, Audubon New York’s Director of Government Relations and Communications testified before the Joint Legislative Hearings on the New York State Budget on February 4, 2013. “Governor Andrew Cuomo once again recognized the important role environmental investments play in the state’s economic recovery. In particular, his budget proposal increases funding for the Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) to $153 million, an provides continued funding for fixing state parks infrastructure. His added focus on spurring the transition to a clean energy economy though new investments in renewable energy and sustainability programs is an essential step to combating the threat of climate change head on, and we urge the legislature to support this proposal.”

January 22, 2013 — Applauds strong investments in the Environmental Protection Fund, continued upgrades to State Parks Infrastructure, and natural infrastructure mitigation funding for Hurricane Sandy recovery

January 9, 2013 — New Initiatives to Improve Coastal Resilience, address Sea Level Rise, and Protect Natural Resources welcomed; will position New York as a National Leader in Storm Recovery Urges continued New York Works Investment in State Parks, Water Infrastructure, and Environmental Protection Fund