OMAHA, NEB. – On Wednesday, Aug. 3, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell will join Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert, YMCA of Greater Omaha President & CEO Chris Tointon and local partners for a community service project and major announcement related to the Interior Department’s leadership of First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Outside initiative , which aims to inspire millions of kids to play, learn, serve and work outdoors.
Through providing opportunities on public lands, the initiative seeks to prepare the next generation of leaders and outdoor stewards in communities nationwide and help Interior reach its goal of hosting one million volunteers on public lands annually.
During her travels, Secretary Jewell – who serves as chair of the White House Council on Native American Affairs – will also visit with the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska to discuss ongoing economic opportunities.
Who:
Sally Jewell, U.S. Secretary of the Interior
Jean Stothert, Mayor of Omaha
Chris Tointon, President & CEO, YMCA of Greater Omaha
When:
Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016
9:45 a.m. CDT – Media check-in
10:00 a.m. CDT – Press conference
10:30 a.m. CDT – Media availability and service project
Where:
Fontenelle Park
4405 Fontenelle Blvd.
Omaha, Nebraska 68104
Please park in the lot located at the intersection of N. 48th St. and Boyd Ave., which is the parking lot closest to the event.
Media:
Credentialed members of the media are encouraged to RSVP here.
Source: Department of Interior
