Who We Are:
Founded in 1979, Yellowstone Valley Citizens Council (YVCC) is the Billings affiliate of Northern Plains Resource Council. YVCC is a member-driven, grassroots organization that mobilizes residents in Billings and the surrounding area to advocate for a healthy, inviting and sustainable community. YVCC advocates for a healthy, inviting, and sustainable community by:
~Educating, mobilizi
ng, and testifying to ensure citizens voices are heard in the decision-making process
~Formulating bold visions of a healthy and sustainable community and working cooperatively to achieve them
Our top campaign at the moment is the Solarize Billings campaign. This is led by our “Better Billings” Sustainability Committee – working to increase energy efficiency and reduce the impact of pollutants and environmental waste. Our Past Accomplishments:
· Community Food - Increased patronage of locally raised and processed food through creation of the Yellowstone County Food Hub
· Air Quality – Development of better regulations in the 80’s and 90’s
· Schools – Started recycling program in SD2; planted community garden at Canyon Creek
· LEED Pioneers – First Platinum-Certified building in Billings
· Billings Library – Significant assistance to help obtain LEED Platinum Certification
· Urban Planning – Work with City of Billings to implement Active Transportation goals
· Corette Power Plant – Created a vision for the historic site through a “Reimagining the Riverfront” campaign
