REED’S BEACH — Today in a press conference held on the Delaware Bay beach here, Democratic Freeholder candidates Steve Bacher and Bob Jackson called for more action to be taken by the current freeholders.
When they declared their candidacy in April, Bacher and Jackson called for action by county government to do its part to combat global warming, and for Cape May County to take the lead in New Jersey.
Today they praised Gov. Jon Corzine and the state Legislature for creating the Global Warming Response Act, signed last week, and renewed their call for leadership by Cape May County government.
They cited actions already taken by Atlantic and other counties as examples of missed opportunities for county leadership in this important area. They labeled steps that should be taken, and highlighted what problems can occur in the future.
“I will not have my son, Julian, who is now 2 years old, look at me in 20 years and ask, what did you do when we still had a chance to turn around global warming?” said Bacher. “I will not have him ask me that question and have to reply, ‘I did nothing.’ That’s why I am running.”
“The taxpayers of Cape May County want leadership in this and other important areas where county government can make a real difference in people’s lives,” said Jackson.
“These changes can save the environment and save taxpayers money at the same time. It’s a win- win situation.”
Currently, the county has added some hybrid vehicles to its fleet, but has done little that does beyond the minimum state requirements.
“There’s just so much that can be done, and it will take a lot of work, but we’re ready to step up to the plate,” continued Jackson.
“We want to protect Cape May County,” added Bacher. “We already have a wonderful quality of life. Implementing cleaner energy initiatives will help preserve it for future generations.”
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