Preservation – Page 3

May 29, 2018 | Preservation

Still Much to Do to Protect Nantucket Sound!

Cape Cod Times: “Still much to do to protect Nantucket Sound” By Audra Parker – For the last five decades, the people of Cape Cod and political leaders from the Statehouse to the White House have doggedly and successfully fought to protect our waters and our shores from inappropriate development. Still, one treasured area, Nantucket… More

April 10, 2018 | Preservation

Nantucket Sound Remains Unprotected

The Boston Globe Letter to the Editor: “As wind projects advance, Nantucket Sound remains unprotected” April 7, 2018 – We live in a country where local opposition matters and helps drive what gets developed and where. In the case of Cape Wind, that meant the wildly expensive industrialization of pristine waters in Nantucket Sound by… More

January 24, 2018 | Preservation

Protect Our Sound As a Wildlife Sanctuary

Cape Cod Times – Letter to the Editor: “Protect our Sound as a wildlife sanctuary” January 24, 2018 – There is much to celebrate in the final demise of Cape Wind, especially for those who care about wildlife and our natural world. We live amid one of the most significant flyways on the East Coast,… More

December 27, 2017 | Breaking News, Preservation

Alliance Plans to Refocus on Original Mission

Cape Cod Times: “Cape Wind opponent plans to refocus on original mission” By Mary Ann Bragg, December 26, 2017 – Audra Parker says work will continue to protect Nantucket Sound. HYANNIS — It was, in part, the tenacity of an immigrant’s daughter that brought Cape Wind to its knees. That and $40 million. “I am still sleeping… More

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Q&A with Audra Parker, President & CEO, December 2019

Looking back on 2019, we should all feel a strong sense of accomplishment. Together, we defeated Cape Wind and have made great strides in our mission to permanently protect Nantucket Sound. But, we need your continued support to leave a lasting legacy for our children and grandchildren. I encourage you to contribute as generously as possible to our preservation campaign. Nantucket Sound won’t stay a national treasure without your support.

Why is Nantucket Sound a national treasure? The Sound has a rich tribal and maritime history and has long been recognized as more than just a body of water. It is the heart and soul of the Cape and Islands. It is a significant marine habitat for a diversity of ecologically and economically important species. It provides a livelihood for local fishermen, an inspiration for artists, and is a source of solace, relaxation, and recreation for the millions that flock to its shores. Nantucket Sound connects all of us who live and visit here.

Why is Nantucket Sound still vulnerable to industrialization? While the state waters of the Sound are protected under Massachusetts law, the federal waters in the center remain open to industrial development. Cape Wind tried to exploit this unique geography. We need to make sure that no other developer follows suit, especially as ocean-based technologies continue to progress.

How can we permanently protect Nantucket Sound? The best way to secure permanent protection for the Sound is through federal legislation. The Alliance has proposed the ‘Nantucket Sound National Historic Landmark Act’ which would recognize the Sound’s historic, environmental and economic values. It would also prevent future development by prohibiting industrial projects in the Sound.

What have we achieved since the defeat of Cape Wind? We made solid progress toward enacting this federal legislation. We worked closely with our federal delegation and built a strong and diverse coalition of support. We earned endorsements from Governor Baker, our local representatives and over 75 key stakeholder groups. This coalition of elected officials, environmental groups, municipalities, tribal governments, historic preservation groups, commercial fishermen, and many others, is urging our representatives in Washington, D.C. to enact the Nantucket Sound National Historic Landmark Act.

Why does the Alliance still need funding? The Alliance is the only group that is fighting to protect Nantucket Sound. As a non-profit, we rely solely on private donations. This year, our goal is to raise $1.5 million for lobbying, staff, and legal counsel to back our legislative effort. Thank you for your continued generosity as we work to Save Our Sound… FOREVER. Your tax-deductible donation today will leave a legacy for tomorrow.

Audra Parker
President and CEO