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When I came to YVSC's Board of Directors four years ago, I could not have predicted the ways in which the organization would change, and how I would change with it. The ability to change is what makes YVSC such a relevant organization in our community; what makes us "evergreen" is that we are responsive, nimble, and always attuned to how we can be a resource and catalyst for building a sustainable community. Being poised to add value where we can would not be feasible without YOU valuing the work we do: our partners, donors, and fellow community members are what makes it possible for YVSC to bring value to our community.
Personally, over the last four years, I've come to recognize how complex and interconnected having a sustainable community is. In addition to clean air, water, and snow, it includes affordable housing, community development, and advocacy. While we plan for the future, sustainability also demands we understand the work that's been done already. I've committed myself to tending the board legacy that has been entrusted to me. Our current board is ensuring YVSC is sustainable with strong, enthusiastic, engaged board members, a stable strategic plan, and a firm financial footing. Thank you for entrusting us with this task!
Megan Moore-Kemp
YVSC Board President
P.S. Lots coming up in the next few months, with our Waste Reduction Round-Up, Garden Tour, Recycling Drop-off Day and more. Read on for all of the details!
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Waste Reduction Round-Up
Saturday, August 19
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Farmers' Market
In front of Carl's Tavern
Are bottle caps recyclable?
Should I throw away the milk if the date on the carton has passed?
How do I recycle electronics, paint, batteries and other hard-to-recycle items?
Join YVSC for short 10-15 minute presentations that will highlight these waste diversion questions and many others.
>> A drawing for a plastic free zero waste kit will take place at the end of the event (need not be present to win).
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5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Elkstone Farm
$20/ticket
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to tour
Elkstone Farm and taste delicious value-added products. The tour will highlight Elkstone's commitment to sustainability through their permaculture practices. Ticket includes tour and hors d'oeuvres.
There are only a limited number of spaces, so sign up today!
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SAVE THE DATE
Annual Community Recycling Drop-Off
9 a.m. - noon
Meadows Parking Lot
At this one-stop-drop you will be able to recycle anything from electronics and appliances to mattresses and household hazardous waste - all responsibly. A list of accepted items and how they will be recycled will be available online in the coming weeks.
Additionally, for the first time, commercial recycling will be offered by appointment only. If you are a business with hard-to-recycle items, please contact Cameron Hawkins at [email protected].
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Energy Efficiency Jump Starts
YVSC launches new, free program for lower-income residents
Routt County residents who are in need of first-step home energy
efficiency measures are encouraged to apply for a free Energy Efficiency Jump Start. This program is open to modest to lower-income residents living in drafty or energy inefficient homes and provides starter services such as a furnace tune-up, programmable thermostats, hot water heater wrap and energy-saving LED bulbs. Participants also receive a free residential energy assessment and coaching toward energy savings and lower utility bills.
Jump Starts are available for a limited number of residents on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applicants must earn less than 80 percent of the area median income, which is $44,480 before taxes for one person and $50,800 for two. Initial funding is made possible through Operation Round Up and the United Methodist Church Foundation. More funders are welcomed.
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Sustainable Homes Tour
Sunday, October 15
1 - 4 p.m.
Fairview neighborhood, Steamboat Springs
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Making green building work for everyone
" is the theme of this year's Sustainable Home tour (formerly Green Building Tour). Join YVSC on Sunday October 15, as we walk through the Fairview neighborhood to see several new energy efficient, beautifully designed and smaller homes. Highlights include a new and very energy-efficient apartment atop storage/garage; a 1,000-square-foot home where the homeowner worked as her own general contractor; and a transformed spec home.
This is a self-guided tour, starting and ending at the Steamboat Art Depot. Each location will offer a short educational talk on the half hour followed by time for questions and answers.
>> If you would like to sponsor or volunteer to help with this year's tour, please contact [email protected].
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Seminars at Steamboat
Can this Planet be Saved?
Monday, August 14
5:30 p.m.
Strings Music Pavilion
As part of the popular
Seminars at Steamboat
, Elizabeth Kolbert, author of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction book "The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History" will speak about "Can this Planet be Saved?" The staff at YVSC are excited for the chance to join the community to hear this presentation and encourages all to join us early in the ticket line, as this year's talks have been very popular.
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Drink a Beer to Support YVSC
Token Tuesdays, Every Tuesday in August
Mountain Tap Brewery
910 Yampa St., downtown Steamboat
On Tuesdays, guests at Mountain Tap Brewery receive a wooden token for every beer they purchase. During August, drop these tokens into the YVSC Token Tuesday box, and for each token YVSC will receive a $1 donation from Mountain Tap.
Mountain Tap Brewery is committed to using resources wisely to protect them for future generations.
Come enjoy craft beer and wood-fired pizza on one of the best patios in town AND support YVSC.
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Tour de Steamboat THANK YOU
Thanks to everyone who rode in the Tour de Steamboat, volunteered, sponsored or purchased bike raffle tickets in support of YVSC. For the first time ever, the ride sold out! Perfect cycling weather, a gorgeous course, good barbecue and beer, and great company made for a rewarding day for all.
Events like the Tour are an important reminder of what we all love about Steamboat and how lucky we are to live in such a close-knit community that comes together to support causes they care about. An especially big thank you to the Tour de Steamboat Board of Directors for their leadership and generosity!
>> Save the date for next year's Tour on July 21, 2018.
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