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Lt Governor Helps Kick Off World Water Week
On Sunday, March 16, at 4:00 p.m. at the Hancock Building, 95th Floor Signature Room in Chicago, Lt. Governor Pat Quinn together with Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith and representatives from UNICEF will call on the people of Illinois to help bring clean water to the one billion people worldwide who do not have access to safe drinking water.
Protecting the Illinois River….A Time for ACTION!
(Peoria) This Friday, March 7, 2008, at 3:00 p.m., Lt. Governor Pat Quinn will join with state officials and dedicated river enthusiasts for the Illinois River Symposium at the Gateway Building, 200 NE Water Street, Peoria. Quinn will discuss the importance of partnering together to protect the Illinois River for future generations.
$5.1 million for Great Lakes Habitat
At 10 a.m. on Wednesday Jan. 23, Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn, vice chair of the bi-national Great Lakes Commission, will join officials from the city of Chicago at the Shedd Aquarium, 1200 South Lake Shore Drive, to announce a combined $5.1 million grant for Great Lakes habitat protection and restoration from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the ArcelorMittal USA Foundation.
Environmental Heroes
On Thursday, December 27, 2007, Lt. Governor Pat Quinn will present the 2007 Environmental Hero Awards to 23 individuals, schools, and groups in recognition of their commitment to environmental health and protection.