Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

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1 Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Annual Report 2010

2 Bringing people together to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers. 2

3 Message from the Executive Director For forty years now, the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay has promoted a collaborative approach to the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay and is rivers. This foundational work laid the foundation for the federal state partnership known today and the Chesapeake Bay Program as well as significant agreements that set goals for Bay restoration. Much of the Alliance s work has not been flamboyant or headline grabbing but it has been the quiet steady work of building coalitions bringing together groups to find common ground and connecting people to the Bay and its rivers. Work we have in common with many partners work that builds the foundation on which watershed stewardship must rely. Today, the Alliance s mission remains focused on saving the Bay through collaboration, partnerships, and consensus building. However, partners in the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort are grappling with ever more complex issues and challenging times. The federal executive order has yielded new federal commitments while an unprecedented push toward strong regulatory compliance has strained bonds of shared leadership and brought new political pressure and heightened accountability for meeting water quality goals. There is greater urgency for making progress, however, more than ever, the financial and human resources needed to accomplish these goals are uncertain. And much of our public discourse seems more rancorous and divisive than ever, even when it comes to the Bay and its watershed. As I begin my work as the new Executive Director of the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, I am reminded of our mission to bring together individuals, groups, governments, businesses and other environmental organizations to develop collaborative solutions and find innovative ways to engage people in healing the land and connecting with the Bay and its watershed. This is important work that makes sense to me and a mission that is needed today, even more than ever. Together, we can get the job done. 3

4 Engaging Communities The strength of the Alliance has always been in the diversity of voices it brings to the table. From the beginning of the Chesapeake restoration effort, the Alliance has been a leader in bringing people together to find common ground, build collaborative solutions and set goals for the future. This role involves engaging diverse communities of interest, all of whom play a role in sustaining the health of the Bay and the many local rivers and streams in its watershed. Citizens look to the Alliance for support in making their voices heard. Local governments across Delaware, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia look to the Alliance for help on best practices for watershed and storm water management, and government agencies and businesses alike value the Alliance as an honest broker in solving contentious issues and finding solutions. CITIZENS Providing a voice for citizens in the development of policies and programs aimed at restoring and protecting the Chesapeake Bay and the rivers that make up its watershed Coordination of the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to the Chesapeake Bay Program Partnership The Alliance facilitates the work of a diverse group of citizens with a broad based membership from agriculture, business, conservation, industry, builders, academia, and civic groups. CAC meets quarterly throughout the Bay watershed to discuss local and regional practices and programs that impact water quality, living resources and habitats. CAC provides a non governmental perspective to the leadership of the state/federal Chesapeake Bay Program and provides advice on the watershed recovery effort and policies that affect citizens who live and work in our region. Over the past few years CAC has emphasized the need for greater accountability in the watershed recovery effort. In 2010 some of CAC s focuses were on the development of the Chesapeake Bay pollution diet and the jurisdiction s clean up plans called the Watershed Implementation Plans, the Chesapeake Bay Executive Order strategy and how EPA planned to spend their money to accelerate the clean up effort, and supported the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail as a means to enhance public access to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, to preserve special places along the watershed s shorelines and to better engage citizens in the restoration effort. LOCAL GOVERNMENTS Helping local governments enhance their abilities to address water quality and watershed issues in their jurisdictions Coordination of the Local Government Advisory Committee (LGAC) to the Chesapeake Bay Program Partnership The Alliance facilitates the engagement of local elected officials through a Local Government Advisory Committee (LGAC). LGAC was created in recognition of the important role that local governments play in local land use decisions. The committee is composed of 21 elected officials and governor appointees, assigned the task of advising the Executive Council of the Chesapeake Bay Program on policies and regulations that address land development and runoff. LGAC works to develop realistic programs and policies that improve water quality, promote regulations and restoration efforts that protect farmland, forests, and natural habitats, and most importantly, engage communities in protecting the Bay and its rivers through targeted educational programs and events. 4

5 The Circuit Rider Program A major obstacle in achieving a healthy Chesapeake Bay is the lack of resources available to local communities. Building the capacity of local governments to plan for and implement restoration strategies in local communities is the goal of the Circuit Rider program. Modeled after the Codorus Creek Watershed Project, this Alliance program builds relationships with and among local units of government and provides support for overcoming obstacles that local communities face in terms of organization and planning, technical assistance, grant writing, proposal preparation, project management, and identification of funding options. The Circuit Rider brings together local stakeholders, groups, individuals, and municipalities to achieve watershed improvement goals and objectives. Education in developing Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL) Watershed Improvement Plans The Alliance has produced the publication Our Waters, Our Towns that outlines local government s role in developing Watershed Implementation Plan required by Chesapeake Bay water quality regulations. This publication has received accolades for communication of this difficult topic and building bridges between regional and local interests to satisfy needs for upgrades in water treatment facilities, reductions in storm water runoff, protection of farms and forests, and addressing agricultural pollution. WATERSHED AND RIVER GROUPS Building the capacity and effectiveness of grass roots, watershed and river associations in protecting and restoring watersheds and improving the health of local streams that feed the Bay The Chesapeake Watershed Forum The Forum is an annual conference that brings together more than 300 representatives of local watershed organizations and local officials and to learn the latest restoration science and direction, network with other groups facing similar challenges, and be inspired to continue the work of preserving and restoring local rivers and streams in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. 300 participants joined us at the 2010 Forum highlighting Marcellus Shale Natural Gas drilling issues, Conservation Landscaping initiatives, and our annual update from the EPA s Bay Czar, Chuck Fox. The Chesapeake Network The Alliance built and maintains the Chesapeake Network, an on line communication system that is used by over 3,800 conservation practitioners to communicate with peers and interested citizens, network and collaborate on specific projects, share opportunities, and bring together communities of people working on watershed restoration and protection. 5

6 FOREST LANDOWNERS Retaining and restoring forests that protect the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers Forestry for the Bay Forests in the bay watershed are being lost at an alarming rate due to development. Land that remains in forest is often comprised of smaller and smaller lots owned by a diverse group of private landowners. The Alliance has developed Forestry for the Bay in partnership with the US Forest Service and State Foresters in the Bay watershed to help landowners who are interested in actively conserving their woodland or want to restore woods to their property. This free & voluntary program strives to aggregate these landowners in order to provide them information on technical and financial incentive resources, keep them informed of news and opportunities regarding woodland management, guide them in the creation of their own woodland management plan and serve as an on ramp to other forest stewardship programs. STORMWATER PROFESSIONALS The Alliance brings together a diverse community of interests working on reducing storm water driven pollution problems in the Bay watershed and ensuring access to new science and innovative approaches in storm water management The Stormwater Partners Retreat The Alliance in partnership with the Stormwater Network and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation hosts an annual gathering that brings together over 50 leading storm water professionals from the local, state, federal, academic and NGO sectors in an informal and non confrontational setting. The focus of the retreat is to learn and collaborate on new techniques and concepts that have the potential to improve storm water programs on the ground in the seven states and over 2000 communities across the Bay watershed. 6

7 CHESAPEAKE BAY PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP Supporting the communications needs of the Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP) The CBP is a unique regional partnership that has led and directed the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay since The Chesapeake Bay Program partners include the states of Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, New York, West Virginia, Delaware and the District of Columbia, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Chesapeake Bay Commission, a tri state legislative body. Additionally, over 12 federal agencies and numerous universities, local governments, NGO s, and citizen groups contribute to the Bay Program s work. CBP Communications Office The Alliance, in partnership with the leaders of the CBP, is responsible for setting direction and providing staffing for the Bay Program partnership s Communications Office. This office develops, coordinates and implements communications strategies that are aimed at further engaging the public in Bay restoration efforts and that support the diverse spectrum of CBP stakeholders. Some of the tools used by the Communication Office included a significant, active online presence at hosting of media events and specialty campaigns, such as Plant More Plants ( The Alliance staff is also integrally involved in the daily workings of the partnership and plays a critical role in planning for the meeting of the Chesapeake Bay Executive Council, which includes top leadership of the Bay states, DC, the EPA and the Chesapeake Bay Commission. ONLINE RESOURCE Ensuring that the public has access to a premier source of Chesapeake Bay information and data via the intranet Chesapeake Bay Program website This premier website is managed by the Alliance staff in the Communications Office at CBP. It is rich in information on the Bay watershed, its river systems and the main Bay itself in addition to scientific data and information on the Bay s health and restoration. With its focus on reaching the interested public at large, the site is built with the intent to serve many levels of interest and knowledge and offers general cultural information, scientific data, educational materials, videos and photos all of which are in the creative commons and available for public use. Annual visits to the website exceed 1 million each year. 7

8 Connecting People to the Bay and its Rivers A personal connection between residents of the Bay watershed and their local stream or river is the most vital relationship in our work. People will care for and protect that which they know and love. The Alliance works to create this connection by providing educational experiences and access to resources enabling a diverse coalition of committed people, communities, organizations, businesses, and governments to protect the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers. Long known as the neutral broker on Bay information we take seriously our role to engage and educate the citizens and communities that call the Chesapeake Bay Watershed their home. Our projects bring people together to get dirty and to take on shared conservation challenges while exposing them to the natural world that exists, often just outside their door. These community projects, web resources, and cultural events engender a love of the region and empower adults and youth to take action towards protecting and restoring the Bay and its rivers. The Alliance has been at the forefront in helping businesses, communities, government agencies and local citizens participate in watershed restoration and protection through hand on service projects. Project Clean Stream The Alliance organizes and delivers up close and personal connection to the watershed. Through these coordinated hands on events we provide over 5000 volunteers annually the opportunity to dig, plant, pick up trash, learn, and realize that their every day decisions affect the health of the Bay and its watershed. In 2010, the Project Clean Stream initiative was able to register more than 128 sites within 12 counties throughout Central Maryland and the Eastern shore. Baltimore city as well as Baltimore county was able to double their number of register sites in The PCS initiative was able to remove approximately 120,000 pounds of trash from waterways and wooded areas. Connecting citizens to the streams in their community RiverTrends The Alliance trains and coordinates citizen water quality monitoring efforts at over 40 sites in VA. Volunteers in this program learn to be stewards of their rivers and surrounding lands, and can foster this ethic in others while providing valuable water quality information. Data is quality assured and submitted to the VA Department of Environmental Quality to be used in water health assessments required by the Clean Water Act. As part of this program, the Alliance prepares RiverTrends report cards about the health of local streams and rivers, causes of pollution and practices that protect and restore water quality. Report cards help assess progress in cleaning up pollution problems and serve as an educational tool for citizens and local decision makers. In 2010, we released our first report card Hazel Run: A Watershed at Risk which focused on bacteria pollution issues and solutions on the tributary to the Rappahannock River. Spotlighting cultural connections to our rivers and the Bay Wild and Scenic Film Festival Each year the Alliance challenges citizens to explore watershed issues and experience environmental concerns from differing perspectives through the power of film and other media. 8

9 Healing the Land The Alliance coordinates a broad range of on the ground restoration programs. The Alliance s signature BayScapes program now almost 20 years old gives homeowners and businesses information they need to develop landscapes that conserve water, prevent pollution and create wildlife habitat. The Alliance works with landowners and municipalities to sustain healthy forests and plant trees along streams and rivers among the most cost effective ways to reduce the flow of pollution into the Bay. The Alliance has been a leader in the development of functional landscapes like rain gardens to reduce storm water from homes, businesses, and other properties. We specialize in getting results while training others in how to continue this work in their local communities. Our restorative programs range from planting trees in an urban center to managing large scale stream restoration projects but are designed to involve and support local governments and watershed groups. Using Bayscapes BayScapes promotes environmentally friendly landscapes at homes, businesses, and public spaces that create wildlife habitat, conserve water, and prevent pollution for the benefit and restoration of the Chesapeake Bay. The BayScapes program is conducted in partnership with the US Fish & Wildlife Service through workshops, literature, demonstration gardens, and an online native plant guide. The Alliance along with like minded partners formed the watershed wide Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council (CCLC) and subsequent conservation landscaping standards. The BayScapes program has been transferred to other watersheds outside of the Chesapeake Bay region. More Trees and Forests One of the best practices any person or group within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed can do to help restore the Bay is to plant trees. The Alliance targets its tree planting programs to those areas where they do the most good for water quality in the watershed; riparian stream corridors and urban centers. Tree Baltimore (Maryland) is helping Baltimore City residents reach a city wide goal of 40% Tree canopy coverage by More than a 3,000 trees have been planted at city schools, parks, streets and in yards around Baltimore through this project as of autumn TreeVitalize Streams (Pennsylvania) provides technical assistance to municipal governments, watershed groups, schools and homeowner associations in how to install and how to ensure survivability of healthy riparian buffers. In May of 2010, the TreeVitalize Streams program was officially launched with 100 volunteers planting over 300 trees along the LeTort Spring Run in LeTort Park and School District property in Carlisle, PA. Partners include Dickinson College ALLARM, PA DCNR, Carlisle Parks and Recreation Department, LeTort Regional Authority, and Carlisle Area School District. In late summer 2010, public workshops were held in Union County and Lancaster County to gain additional interest in the program and were well received by attendees. Several projects came out these workshops that will be completed in 2011 in Adams, Lancaster, Lebanon, and Northumberland Counties. 9

10 Richmond Urban Forestry Initiative (Virginia) focuses on increasing the tree canopy in the metro Richmond area by working with citizens, watershed organizations and other partners. In 2010, 1,000 trees were planted on four acres to provide a stream buffer. 1,000 additional were planted at Forest Hill Park. Riparian Forest Buffer Management Plan Toolkit The Alliance revised and updated the ever popular Riparian Forest Buffer Management Plan Toolkit (formerly known as the Stream ReLeaf Forest Buffer Toolkit) that officially became part of the Commonwealth s Riparian Forest Buffer Guidance document. The purpose and use of the toolkit is to provide individuals or groups the latest information on how to write and implement a riparian forest buffer management plan. The Guidance and Toolkit can be found at: / pdf Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) Landowner Field Day The Pennsylvania office of the Alliance planned and implemented a field day for CREP landowners in northern York County. Approximately 30 people were in attendance to learn about noxious weed identification and control and wildlife habitat management. First time attendees outnumbered those who had participated in prior field days that the Alliance had partnered with the Capital Resource Conservation & Development and USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service to provide training to this stakeholder group. Rain Gardens and Stormwater Stormwater runoff is one of the watershed s growing sources of pollution. As impervious surfaces increases with development and land use changes so does the amount and strength of storm water. Healing the Land programs help to mitigate storm water runoff from parking lots, streets, and lawns by using different green infrastructure solutions. The Alliance is a leader in the promotion and training on BayScaping (environmentally friendly landscaping) techniques. The Alliance helps public, municipalities, homeowners, and schools to install these practices. River Smart Homes The RiverSmart Homes Program is an innovative program, created by the District Department of the Environment (DDOE), designed to reduce storm water runoff on residential property within the District of Columbia. The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay is coordinating the installation of rain gardens, BayScape gardens, and replacement of impervious surfaces with pervious surfaces. Through this program, homeowners learn about stormwater runoff and contributions that they can make in reducing it from their 10

11 property, including the benefits of utilizing native plants. After a home audit, qualifying District homeowners are given a grant as credit towards the installation of one of the above projects. The RiverSmart program involves partnership among government, non profits, businesses, and citizens to successfully reduce stormwater runoff and improve local water quality. Funding for 2010 installations was provided by grants from the EPA and locally collected stormwater utility fees, as well as from stimulus funding through the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA). 266 installations were completed in 2010 to include: Rain gardens: 94 BayScape gardens: 154 Replacement of impervious surface: 18 Greening Virginia s Capital Virginia s Capitol Square is going green by installing low impact development practices that reduce storm water runoff flowing into Richmond s sewer system by 64 percent, and reduces the amount of phosphorus in that runoff by 69 percent and nitrogen by 70 percent. The practices chosen for Capitol Square include a rain garden, porous brick pavers, green streets and rainwater harvesting. The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has partnered with the Department of General Services (DGS), the City of Richmond, and the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay to implement this project funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. In 2010, we broke ground and began conducting outreach for the project through social media sites and a public service announcement. Reedy Creek Watershed Initiative The Reedy Creek Watershed Initiative is a unique conservation program focused on reducing storm water pollution in the Reedy Creek watershed, located in Richmond, VA. In 2010, we continued working with the Reedy Creek Coalition to conduct homeowner storm water audits. The storm water audits identify potential practices such as rain gardens and rain barrels that can be implemented on a property to reduce storm water runoff. Over the next few years, homeowners will be able to apply for cost share funds to implement these practices. The audit program will also be expanded to assess and provide cost share funds to non residential properties. Volunteers also began monitoring four sites on Reedy Creek to collect baseline water quality data. In the fall, about 30 residents participated in an educational watershed tour. There were also opportunities for on the ground restoration activities, such as invasive species removal in the Crooked Branch native area. Cedar Run Creek Watershed Assessment and Stormwater Retrofit Inventory Cedar Run Creek Watershed Assessment and Stormwater Retrofit Inventory (WASI) is a more detailed study than a CCP. The WASI outlines restoration possibilities in a geo referenced format that watershed groups and local governments can use to find and implement water quality projects in their sub watersheds. Cedar Run Creek Coldwater Conservation Plan Coldwater plans help to build local awareness and support for the long term stewardship of cold water streams and their surrounding watersheds. 11

12 Sporting Hill Rainwater Design Stormwater Retrofit and education project in the Cedar Run Watershed. This demonstration project is an advertisement for storm water retrofits and green infrastructure. Hundreds of people pass by the first rainwater garden on the school every day to take children to school or to the Hampden Township Park. In addition, it is the first of many suggested storm water improvement projects in the Cedar Run Stormwater Retrofit Inventory. Stream Restoration Projects Brightbill Park Stream Restoration Project The Alliance is managing a headwater stream restoration project near the City of Harrisburg. The project includes the stabilization of 640 feet of badly eroded banks, storm water management improvements, riparian buffer installation and conduct educational workshops and hands on action days. 12

13 Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Leadership Award The 2010 Environmental Leadership Award was presented to former Virginia Governor Gerald L. Baliles at the Alliance s annual Taste of the Chesapeake gala. Governor Baliles was recognized for his longstanding commitment to the restoration and protection of the Chesapeake Bay and his efforts to advance the cause of environmental stewardship in the Bay s watershed. He has continued his environmental advocacy through efforts such as chairing the Chesapeake Bay Blue Ribbon Panel that sought funding for Bay protection and restoration efforts. He has served on the Board of the Nature Conservancy and was named conservationist of the year in 2005 by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Governor Baliles focus on the environment was one of the hallmarks of his four years in office. Elected in November 1985, he served as the Commonwealth s chief executive from 1986 to He elevated environmental protection to the forefront of Virginia s state government by creating a cabinet level secretary of natural resources position. During his term, Governor Baliles worked to strengthen Virginia s environmental protection and sought to strengthen the state s environmental initiatives, including restoring and protecting the Chesapeake Bay. He convened the first executive meeting of the Governors of Virginia and Maryland and the Mayor of the District of Columbia to consult on issues related to the Chesapeake Bay. Governor Baliles was a member of the Virginia House of Delegates from 1976 to 1982 and the Commonwealth s attorney general from 1982 to After leaving the governorship, he became a partner at the law firm of Hunton and Williams, chairing the section on international law. He also specialized in aviation law and chaired the presidentially appointed Commission on Airline Competitiveness. He has served as chairman of the Public Broadcasting Service for multiple terms. Currently, Governor Baliles is director of the University of Virginia s Miller Center of Public Affairs, a leading public policy institution. Founded in 1975, the Miller Center is a nonpartisan organization devoted to studying, examining and sharing information about the American government and presidency, as well as promoting discourse and consensus on national and international policy issues. The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay has presented the Environmental Leadership Award annually since 2002 to individuals who build a distinguished record of commitment to the restoration and protection of the bay. The recipient is selected by the Alliance s Board of Directors. This award honors Frances Flanigan, founder and president of the organization from 1971 to

14 Taste of the Chesapeake 2010 The 2010 Taste of the Chesapeake is an annual fundraising event that celebrates the Alliance s accomplishments, and reasserts our commitment to the continued efforts. The Alliance celebrated its annual fundraising gala at the Historic Annapolis Maritime Museum. As always, the Alliance is truly grateful for the generosity of our sponsors. The Taste of the Chesapeake would not be possible without the support of many corporations, businesses, and individuals. Very special thanks to the following whose contributions helped make the 2010 Taste of the Chesapeake a success: Very Special Thanks to the following corporations, businesses and individuals whose contributions have helped to make the 2010 Taste of the Chesapeake a success. Platinum Dominion Power Glatfelter Paper Gold Constellation Energy Arthur W. Perdue Foundation Smithfield Foods Bronze Chesapeake Center for Excellence Norfolk Southern U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Friend Aqua America, Inc. Bio Basics, LLC William G. Thomas Messick & Gray, Inc. Individual Delmarva Poultry Industry Diversified Marine Service, Inc. Sustaining Partners Absolute Party Rental Adam s Ribs East Praline Bakery by the Bay Boatyard Bar & Grill Pusser s Caribbean Grill Breeze The Palate Pleasers Claire Owens Catering Wine Cellars of Annapolis Oyster Recovery Partnership sponsored by Perdue AgriBusiness 14

15 2010 Alliance Members and Donors $100 $249 Mr. and Mrs. Leon E. App Mr. and Mrs. James O. Armacost Mr. and Mrs. John Austin, Jr. Baltimore Community Foundation Dr. Michael Beer Mr. and Mrs. Paul Berry Dr. and Mrs. Bill Breakey Mr. John J. Brennan Ms. Anne Brooke Ms. Harriet C. Bury Mr. Marty Calon Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Clark Mr. Robin L. Dennis Diamond Springs Water, Inc. Capt. and Mrs. Jack N. Dillman Diversified Marine Service, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Norton Dodge Mr. and Mrs. James Etgen Mr. and Mrs. David E. Evans Mr. Tom Ferguson Mr. Thomas Filip, III Ms. Frances Flanigan Mr. R. Scott Fosler Gibson Island Garden Club Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Grassi Ms. Lorraine Halloway Hances Point Community Association Ms. Rebecca W. Hanmer Mr. and Mrs. Frederick A. Hardy Mr. Bobbie S. Harmon Mr. and Mrs. Forrest C. Hudspeth Mr. and Mrs. William R. Johnston Mr. F. Calvin Jones Mrs. Frances Keefer Mr. Jerry Kickenson Dr. Jeffrey Kraskin Mr. and Mrs. John Kratz Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lawrenz Dr. David Eric Lees Mr. and Mrs. Ned Longenecker Ms. Barbara Luloff Mr. Paul Marchetti Ms. Marilyn Mause Ms. Susan E. Minor Mr. and Mrs. W. Tayloe Murphy, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Richard Nadeau Mr. Ian Northrop Octoraro Native Plant Nursery Mr. and Mrs. Richard Osbun Mr. Elgin Perry Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Peters Mr. and Mrs. Albert C. Pollard Mr. Robert Price, Jr. Ms. Heather Quinley Mr. Leon Reid Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Sanders Ms. Pamela Satterfield Mr. Bill Satterfield Ms. Ronda Schell Mr. John Sherwell Mr. and Mrs. Stan Shetler Mr. and Mrs. Bob Smythe Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Solem Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan E. Stine Ms. Linda Underwood Versar, Inc. Lt. Col. and Mrs. John S. Walker, USMC (Ret) Ms. Candie Wilderman Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wojnowski Mr. and Mrs. R. Charles Woods York County Community Foundation York Manor Garden Club $250 $499 Association of Maryland Pilots Bank of America Dr. and Dr. John Burton Conservation Services, Inc Meosotis C. Curtis and Jeffrey R. Deschamps Mr. and Mrs. John R. Detweiler Mr. Ralph Dwan, Jr. Dr. William Eberhardt 15

16 Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Dr. Lynton Land Dr. and Mrs. Carroll L. Missimer, III Dr. Clifford W. Randall Ms. Patricia K. Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Schueler Mr. and Mrs. Robert Skinner Ukrop's Supermarkets Mr. and Mrs. John J. Vandever Mr. and Mrs. John McNeil Wilkie $500 $999 Adams Electric Cooperative Aqua America, Inc. Bio Basics, LLC Ms. Pam Faggert Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hackney, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Miles Cary Johnston, Jr. Messick & Gray, Inc. Ms. Mary Helen Morgan Ms. Carolyn Moss Sea Fire Marine Mr. William G. Thomas Ms. Mary R. Wadleigh Watkins Nurseries, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. David J. Wellman $1,000 $2,499 Alex Beehler Mr. and Mrs. Donald Boucher Mr. and Mrs. Charles Conklin, Jr. Mr. R. Scott Fosler Mr. and Mrs. Richard Franyo Dr. and Mrs. Willard Harman Mr. R. Bruce Keiner, Jr. Ms. Cathy Klein McKinnon and Harris Inc. NaturaLawn of America Outlaws Unlimited Ms. Celeste Regan Mr. Gerald Slater U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Wells Fargo Environmental Affairs $2,500 $4,999 Ms. Mary C. Barber GenOn/Mirant, Mid Atlantic LLC Mr. William Matuszeski and Ms. Mary Procter $5,000 or more Margaret A. Cargill Foundation Constellation Energy Group Dominion Mr. and Mrs. George Glatfelter Arthur W. Perdue Foundation Smithfield Foods 16

17 ALLIANCE FOR THE CHESAPEAKE BAY, INC. STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION December 31, 2010 ASSETS Current assets Cash $ 90,115 Contributions receivable 10,000 Grants receivable 189,130 Total current assets $ 289,245 Equipment Office equipment 14,638 Less: accumulated depreciation (14,638) Other assets Long-term contributions receivable 20,000 20,000 Total assets $ 309,245 LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Current liabilities Accounts payable $ 185,961 Accrued expenses 72,675 Loans payable 94,674 Total liabilities $ 353,310 Net assets Unrestricted (358,086) Temporarily restricted 314,021 (44,065) Total liabilities and net assets $ 309,245 17

18 Board of Directors 2010 Mary C. Barber, Chair Gerald Slater, Vice Chair Washington, D.C. John McNeil Wilkie, Vice Chairman Maryland George Glatfelter, Vice Chairman Pennsylvania Mary Helen Morgan, Vice Chairman Virginia Mary Wadleigh, Secretary Celeste Regan, Treasurer Alex Beehler Charles E. Conklin (Ex Officio) Deeohn Ferris, J.D. R. Scott Fosler Willard Harman R. Bruce Keiner Cathy Klein William Matuszeski (Ex officio) Dr. James A. Mosher Carolyn Moss John Quinn Dennis Treacy Candie Wilderman Stewart Leeth (alternate for Treacy) Skip Missimer (alternate for Glatfelter) 18

19 Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Staff 2010 Maryland Office Jim Mosher, Executive Director Lou Etgen, Associate Director Lisa Gautney McCoy, Finance Director Gail Krus, Office Manager Rick Keister, Coordinator LGAC Dan Brellis, Systems Administrator Joyce Samm, Development Coordinator Victoria Stinson, Assistant, LGAC Craig Highfield, Forestry for the Bay Chesapeake Bay Program Staff Annapolis Margaret Enloe, Director Communications Matt Rath, Web Videographer Alicia Pimental, Web Developer Craig Highfield, Forestry for the Bay Washington, D.C. Jamie Alberti, Riversmart Homes Coordinator Christina Tomana, Riversmart Homes, Assistant Pennsylvania Office Donna Morelli, Director Rebecca Wertime, Programs Coordinator Virginia Office Chris French, Director Jessica Blackburn, Associate Director and CAC Coordinator Anna Mathis, Programs Coordinator Maryland Office Pennsylvania Office Virginia Office th Street 3310 Market St., Suite A, P.O. Box 1981, Annapolis, MD Camp Hill, PA Richmond, VA

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