CENTER ON RACE POVERTY & THE ENVIRONMENT

FORGOTTEN VOICESOur Forgotten Voices campaign is dedicated to addressing air and water pollution within the community. We collaborate closely with residents and community members, aiding them in the development and implementation of their vision for the community. Our efforts extend to securing funding and advocating for this vision within the framework of long-term city and county planning. This year, significant milestones include that we:. Organized residents in Lamont to engage in budget advocacy with the County, resulting in the allocation of millions of dollars towards infrastructure projects.. Assisted 13 families residing on San Jose Avenue in Delano to connect to the electrical grid, significantly lowering installation costs from $60,000-$70,000 per family to a collective amount of $34,000.. Effectively mobilized Shafter residents to oppose the expansion of the warehouse industry, culminating in the establishment of a community benefit agreement with the Wonderful Company.