Iowa lawmakers should fill the outdoor trust fund

The Iowa Division of the Izaak Walton League supports a fund that is dedicated to defending Iowa’s soil, air, woods, water and wildlife. Iowa is blessed with the most valuable natural capital in the United States. What is our soil and water worth? The Ikes have been organized for 100 years. We have 40 chapters around the state made up of local hunters, anglers and conservationists. Our members have noticed the decline in our water quality, the loss of our “Black Gold” and the degradation of our parks. Clearly the public wants to pay for preservation of our commonwealth. Our legislators should listen to constituents. Maybe we need to speak up more or be louder

Mike Delaney

Windsor Heights