LWV of New Mexico, Environmental Justice

Date of Study

Adopted 1976; revised 1987, extensively revised 2014

Name of Submitting League

LWV of New Mexico

Title of Study

Position on Environmental Justice

Summary of Study

The League of Women Voters of New Mexico believes that government should promote and ensure responsible stewardship of our natural, human, and cultural resources, particularly in the face of growth and development. An essential prerequisite for protecting our resources is to require comprehensive analysis of the environmental and fiscal impacts of applications before issuing a development permit.

The League believes that government must conduct its programs, policies, and activities in a manner that promotes equity and affords fair treatment, accessibility, and protection for all residents, regardless of race, age, culture, income, or geographic location. Full Position

League or Contact Email Address

president@lwvnm.org

League or Contact Phone Number

505-884-8441

URL(s) of study, position or related documents

http://www.lwvnm.org/Positions/ProgramHistory2014-09-20.pdf

LWVNM NATURAL RESOURCES.docx