AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDam Safety & River Health: In Milltown on Indiana’s Blue River, advocates and the Nature Conservancy highlight why low-head dams can be “drowning machines,” even when locals want to keep them—making the case for safer dam removal. Citizen Power vs. Quarry Expansion: In Allen County, more than 1,000 residents packed a zoning hearing to oppose Heritage Group’s $145 million quarry; the board rejected the rezoning request, killing the plan. Air & Public Health Awareness: Indiana’s EarthFest returns to Garfield Park this Saturday with 100+ exhibitors focused on conservation, transportation, and outdoor recreation. Wildlife in Floods: A Madison Township firefighter rescued a baby deer swept downstream during floodwaters, underscoring how extreme weather strains local response. Energy Efficiency in Indiana Industry: Southwire’s Lafayette upgrades won Duke Energy Smart $aver rebates, cutting energy use by about 75% and cutting carbon emissions. Agriculture & Nitrogen Risk: Purdue reports Indiana corn planting and emergence are on pace, but late planting and windy conditions could raise weed pressure and nitrogen-loss concerns. Community Safety for People Experiencing Homelessness: Safe Park Indy 2.0 is set to reopen in Indianapolis June 22, offering overnight parking with a new check-in and waitlist process.
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