Governor Richardson Promises to Protect the Gila River

Please take action and thank the Governor! 

Dear Friend of the Gila River: 

As you know, the Gila has been named one of America's Most Endangered Rivers of 2008 by the organization American Rivers. In making the announcement at last week’s press conference, Governor Bill Richardson pledged his support to protect the Gila , New Mexico’s last free-flowing river, by considering statutory protection to prevent construction of a dam or diversion project on the river. 

As one of the few remaining un-dammed rivers in the Southwest, the Gila deserves long-term protection.  Please write or call the Governor today to thank him for making the commitment to protecting the Gila for future generations! 

Thank you for taking action on behalf of our Gila River! 

Best,
Allyson Siwik, Executive Director
Gila Conservation Coalition

SAMPLE LETTER BELOW:

Dear Governor Richardson: 

Thank you for your promise to protect the Gila River for the long-term.  

As you know, the Gila is the state’s last free-flowing river. Rich in cultural and natural history, its natural cycle of flows supports a healthy riparian ecosystem that is home to intact native fish communities, including the threatened loach minnow and spike dace, and habitat for more than 250 species of bird, such as the endangered southwestern willow flycatcher.  

I believe the Gila River deserves protection for future generations and I thank you for your efforts to make the Gila’s long-term protection a reality! 

Sincerely,

Your name 

GOVERNOR'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Governor Bill Richardson  
State Capitol Building 
Room 400 
Santa Fe, NM 87501  
(505) 476-2200  
(505) 476-2226 fax