[IndianaTrails] Governor's press conference on trails

[Kress, Emily]

Adding my comments to Steve's...
 
Some of you remember meetings over the past ten years as we lamented the
lack of interest and support from the highest levels of government.  In
fact, in some cases, I recall comments from some of you about the
blatant opposition to various trails from those with power and
influence.  
 
We have an opportunity Wednesday to strengthen this new support for
trails, just by showing up for a few minutes and taking advantage of an
opportunity to speak first hand with the Governor. It won't be possible
for everyone, and for some the distance is just too much, but there are
plenty of trail folks nearby. I encourage those of you who can, to come.
Let him leave with a lasting impression that trails are absolutely
significant and an essential component to all those "quality of life"
aspects that everyone seems to enjoy mentioning these days.  This is a
chance for you to walk up to the Governor, shake his hand and tell him
how important trails are, and how much you appreciate some support
finally.  The best way to have a lasting impact on his thinking is for
trail advocates from every direction to come and tell him.  Even if you
don't get to say something, you can show him just by being there.  He'll
notice.  So will the press who will be along with him that day.
 
The Summit on May 31st will have limited spaces and limited exposure for
individuals with the Governor.  This could be your best opportunity for
influence, whether you say anything at all or just be there.  
 
The issue is trails.  We all know we need them, the public wants them,
and we can do them in Indiana as well or better than anybody.  See you
Wednesday morning.
 
Emily Kress
Director, Division of Outdoor Recreation
Indiana Department of Natural Resources

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[mailto:List-bounces at indianatrails.org] On Behalf Of Morris, Steve
	Sent: Monday, April 24, 2006 1:22 PM
	To: Indiana Trails Listserve
	Subject: [IndianaTrails] Governor's press conference on trails
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	In confirmation of the message sent earlier by Kevin Heber,
Governor Daniels will be holding a press conference to announce an
upcoming Indiana Trails Plan Summit and to highlight the effort to
develop a trail plan for Indiana.  The news conference will take place
on Wednesday, April 26 at 10 AM along the Vandalia Trail in Plainfield
near the new aquatic center at 651 Vestal Road.  The Vandalia Trail will
be part of the cross-state National Road Heritage Trail.
	 
	This is a public event.  It will be an unprecedented media
opportunity to show support for Governor Daniels' keen interest in
advancing statewide trail development.  We are trying to get as many
people to attend to show their support for trails in Indiana.  Please
forward this notice to others so that we can draw a big crowd.
	 
	Thanks and hope to see many of you on Wednesday!
	 
	Steve Morris
	DNR Division of Outdoor Recreation
	Ph: 317-232-4751

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