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Welcome to River Rally 2024
Tuesday, May 14 • 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Equity in Every Drop: Creating Affordable Water Rates

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Cost is a barrier to clean water for many people in the United States. In this session, you will learn about what water affordability means and how clean water can become more affordable for everyone, regardless of income. You will learn what led the United States to this water affordability crisis, what must be included in water affordability programs, and how to pay for it.
Moderators
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Kristy Meyer

Campaign Director, WEL Coalition
Kristy Meyer, owner of Upriver Environmental Campaign Consulting, is the Campaign Director for the WEL Coalition. Kristy is a catalyst for a greener and more just world with over 20 years of experience in government affairs, advocacy, and public policy at the local, state, and federal... Read More →

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Jasmine Newell

Mothering Justice, Mothering Justice
Jasmine Newell, a Basic Needs Organizer with Mothering Justice, attributes her strong community responsibility to her upbringing in Detroit. Her experiences in Detroit public schools and neighborhood events sparked a love for advocacy and standing up for change. Obtaining her High... Read More →
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Roger Colton

Fisher, Sheehan & Colton
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Jill Ryan

Executive Director, Freshwater Future
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Tiana Starks

Director of COmmunications, We the People of Detroit

Tuesday May 14, 2024 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Classroom 614
  Safe Affordable Drinking Water, Facilitated Session Panel

Attendees (20)