Update on Nomination

Good Morning Neighbor:

I know that many of you are having problems registering your nomination through the ATSDR website -  so instead please email Robert Zimmerman robert.zimmerman@state.de.us with your nomination along with a brief reason why you think I should serve on the work group panel.  You can just paste this information to the email and then add your comments.

Name:	Constance Thomas
Title:	Chair
Organization/Affiliation:	South Fulton and Fayette Community Task Force
Address:	P.O. Box 1593
	Fairburn,  GA 30213

Also, the replay of the webcast is now available.  The session that I told you about where we were able to demand that our voices be heard is below in the Plenary Session - click that link - give your name and email and you will be able to view it.  What these community leaders have to say is so vital and clearly another reason why we must be a part of this work group panel.

Have a wonderful day.

Your neighbor,

Connie

 
Please note the following message is being re-sent to make the participant list more easily accessible.

Greetings, This message provides follow-up information on the June 26, 2009 National Conversation on Public Health and Chemical Exposures kick-off meeting held in Washington, DC. Participant List A list of meeting participants is now available [here]. View the Webcast The archive of the webcast of the National Conversation kick-off meeting is now available for viewing. The archive includes the morning portions of the meeting, covering introductory remarks by Gail Bingham, RESOLVE facilitator, Nsedu Obot Witherspoon, project co-chair and Dr. Howard Frumkin, project co-chair; Dr. Frumkin's presentation; presentations by keynote speakers Lisa Jackson, U.S. EPA Administrator, and Linda Birnbaum, NIEHS Director, as well as comments and questions from meeting attendees.   To view the introductory remarks and keynote presentations click [here]. To view the plenary question and comment period, click [here].   Work Group Membership Nominations As a reminder, work group membership nominations will be accepted until July 20, 2009. Please submit nominations at www.2009nationalconversation.com. For more information on the National Conversation, visit www.atsdr.cdc.gov/nationalconversation/.

Constance L. Thomas (Biemiller), Chair

South Fulton and Fayette Community Task Force

www.thecommunityvoice.tv

Ph. -770-314-6999

As Margaret Mead once said:

Never underestimate the power of a few committed people to change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.

Nomination for National Conversation Work Group

Good Morning Neighbor:

I have decided to submit my name for nomination to be a part of the National Conversation Work Group and I would ask  - if you have a moment - please submit my name as well.  It really only takes a couple of minutes - I was shocked that they did not want more information.  Here is is my registration name etc.. below.    My first committee choice is Policy and Practices and my second committee choice is Serving Communities.  All nominations must be in by July 20th.  

It is important that we continue to have a voice in this forum!!

Your neighbor,

Connie

Constance L. Thomas (Biemiller), Chair

South Fulton and Fayette Community Task Force

www.thecommunityvoice.tv

Ph. -770-314-6999

As Margaret Mead once said:

Never underestimate the power of a few committed people to change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.

Nomination Summary

 

 

Name:	Constance Thomas
Title:	Chair
Organization/Affiliation:	South Fulton and Fayette Community Task Force
Address:	P.O. Box 1593
	Fairburn,  GA 30213

Begin forwarded message:

From: "National Conversation (CDC)" <nationalconversation@cdc.gov>

Date: July 6, 2009 4:20:25 PM EDT

To: robert.zimmerman@state.de.us

Subject: National Conversation Work Group Nomination Process: Deadline 07/20/09

Good afternoon,

**Please distribute widely**

National Conversation on Public Health and Chemical Exposures

Call for Work Group Membership Nominations

Submit nominations at

www.2009nationalconversation.com

Deadline:  July 20, 2009

RESOLVE, a non-profit organization specializing in consensus building in public decision making, and CDC's National Center for Environmental Health and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (NCEH/ATSDR) are currently accepting nominations for membership on the National Conversation on Public Health and Chemical Exposures work groups.

We are seeking individuals with expertise, experience and/or interest in the following work group topics:

• Monitoring:  collecting information on chemical use, exposure pathways, exposure levels, and health outcomes;
• Scientific Understanding:  filling knowledge gaps on the health effects of chemicals;
• Policies and Practices:  reducing harmful chemical exposures and adverse health outcomes, eliminating inequities, and spurring the development and use of safer alternatives;
• Chemical Emergencies:  preventing, preparing for, and responding to acute chemical incidents;
• Serving Communities:  addressing local chemical exposure concerns to promote environmental justice and improve health, and
• Education and Communication:  ensuring a well-informed public and a competent network of health care providers.

Please visit www.2009nationalconversation.com to learn more about work group responsibilities and to submit a work group membership nomination.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF NOMINATIONS – JULY 20, 2009

Our apologies if this information has already reached you.

FREEDOM

Good morning neighbor:

I wake today thanking God for my community.  I was sent this video from a friend who lives in Arizona - it was recorded by a Fayette County officer who helped to escort the body of our fallen soldier Staff Sgt. Beale  on June 11, 2009.  I know many of you participated in this procession and I am so very proud to call you my neighbor.  I often think about the opportunities I have had to speak my mind about the inadequacies of our government before 100s of people and I could very well be beaten, tortured or put to death for doing so if my freedom was not protected - as we have seen happen to so many beloved people in China and Iran to just name a few.  Thank you to all the men and women who have given so much to make FREEDOM possible in this nation.

http://blip.tv/play/AYGJ5h6YgmE

Have a blessed July 4th!!

Your neighbor,

Connie

Constance L. Thomas (Biemiller), Chair

South Fulton and Fayette Community Task Force

www.thecommunityvoice.tv

Ph. -770-314-6999

As Margaret Mead once said:

Never underestimate the power of a few committed people to change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.