Jerry Riessen received the Marin Conservation League’s Marin Green Award for Environmental Leadership, which recognizes an individual or organization for outstanding contributions toward preserving and protecting the natural assets of Marin County.
A Tireless Advocate
At seventy-eight, Jerry remains actively involved as President of Tiburon Open Space, driven by a deep belief in the value of open space for the general public, while also permanently protecting irreplaceable habitat. His leadership over 30 years has been instrumental in achieving these goals.
Support the Cause
As Trust for Public Land continues fundraising efforts for the purchase of Martha, Tiburon Open Space welcomes donations to help close the remaining funding gap, ensuring the long-term preservation of this cherished land. To give, please contact Jerry Riessen or give via the Marin Community Foundation portal here. To discuss a leadership gift in support of acquisition, please contact Nicole Brown at Trust for Public Land, nicole.brown@tpl.org
In the end, it's not rocket science that will protect this land from development; it's the persistence, vision, and collaborative spirit of individuals like Jerry Riessen and the supportive communities of Tiburon and Belvedere. Together, we will preserve this open space for all, forever.
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