• Renewed communities that recognize the river as both an economic and an environmental amenity – a catalyst for revitalizing riverfronts and downtown areas.

• A restored river, with cleaner water, more bird, fish, and wildlife habitat – once again a public asset with all of the recreational, environmental, and economic benefits that are a byproduct of a healthy ecosystem.

• A more regionally- and nationally-focused economy and a global economy that is more sustainable.

All of these are possible if we do indeed recognize that the world is changing, that we can no longer continue on the same path as we have in the past, and that economic, social and environmental sustainability are not only compatible, but essential for humanity’s future.

• Joining us in our work to renew the countryside. Each federal farm bill is an opportunity to develop better farm policy.

• Supporting a strong river ecosystem component in the emerging Comprehensive Management Plan being developed by the Corps of Engineers in collaboration with other federal and state interests and our organizations.

• Becoming informed about the changing global marketplace and the work of international organizations working on trade and finance issues.