David Hirsch’s background is in both business and law. He is currently a Consultant, Senior Advisor and Trustee for Shell, Chevron, Exxon, BP and Boeing. He graduated with a B.A. from Pomona College in 1959. He obtained his J.D. from the University of California at Berkeley (Boalt Hall) in 1962. He is a member of the California Bar and recently obtained a Masters in Literature and Art from Oxford University in England. Volunteering/Community Service have always been part of his life. He is the Chair of the Debussy Trio Foundation, Board Member of the Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic, Board Member and Secretary of the Brentwood Park Homeowners Association, and Treasurer of the Maui Kai Rental Program.
The Planning and Conservation League Foundation
In 1965, a group of concerned citizens formed the Planning and Conservation League (PCL) to protect California from the destruction caused by fast-paced and poorly planned developments.
The Planning and Conservation League Foundation supplements and supports our broader organizational efforts, and leads the programmatic and think tank work that makes PCL a thought leader in California environmental law and public policy.
Research and Reports
Our research and public policy analysis help shape critical debate about California’s future and inform the media and decision makers.
Cutting-edge Policy Projects
In addition to our campaigns, PCL Foundation is currently focused on the on wildfire impacts, wildlife conectivity, and securing California’s energy future.
Directors & Advisors
The Planning and Conservation League Foundation is directed by an all-volunteer board, and we gain insight from a wide range of policy advisors and experts.
PCL Foundation's Work
For over 50 years, the Planning and Conservation League and PCL Foundation have built a legacy of protecting natural treasures, defending public health, and improving the quality of life for California residents.
The Planning and Conservation League Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 1972. Our mission is to educate and involve Californians in environmental policy making. PCL lobbies to improve environmental protections through legislative and administrative actions. The focus of the PCL Foundation is to ensure that Californians have the understanding and resources to participate in the process.
The education and research programs of the PCL Foundation perform several valuable services. We educate and support community activists through our workshops and our materials. We perform cutting edge environmental research and analysis, and produce action-oriented reports that inform policy-making at local and state levels. We also use our expertise to assist decision makers in drafting effective policies.
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Our work is a catalyst for public policy changes that solve critical environmental problems in California.
Educating Community Advocates
PCL Foundation’s California Environmental Assembly and our CEQA trainings educate, empower, and energize individuals, activists, and the general public from diverse backgrounds.
Research and Reports
PCL Foundation has a rich legacy of writing and producing cutting edge environmental publications that enable individuals and organizations to make use of California’s environmental laws, environmental institutions, and newest research in their efforts to protect the environment.
Legislative Work
PCL Foundation assists decision makers in drafting effective policies. You can view some of the legislative items we are tracking now.
50-50 Vision
PCL has had successes in protecting California’s environment and communities for over 50 years
Policy and Research Projects
In addition to our campaigns, PCL Foundation is currently focused on the following policy and research areas.
Climate Change
We are addressing this fundamental challenge of the century with action initiatives on land use, CEQA and more.
Ocean Health
Several PCL projects aim to keep our oceans clean, and increase ocean awareness and monitoring.
Public Health and the Environment
We are working to ensure all communities have access to a safe and healthy environment.
Water Policy
We are focused on new water policies that will sustain California’s population and provide for healthy ecosystems in our time of climate change.
PCL Foundation Board of Directors
The Planning and Conservation League Foundation is directed by a volunteer board of directors representing various regions of California. Our board members combine dedication to California’s environment with unique professional backgrounds to help advance a liveable California for all.
You can contact the PCL Foundation by clicking here.
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Ralph Perry is an environmental attorney and is the owner of Perry & Grossman law firm.
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Dan Frost is a retired attorney. He is age 75, and was born in Ely, Nevada. He received his B.A. from San Jose State University in 1964 and a J.D. from the University of California School of Law (Boalt Hall), Berkeley, CA in 1967. He was a practicing attorney at Carr Kennedy Peterson and Frost, Redding, CA, specializing in commercial, real estate and natural resource litigation, from 1967 – 2007. Dan was a member of the State Regional Water Quality Control Board from 1971 – 1974 and the California Water Commission from 1976 – 1982. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Planning and Conservation League, and then the PCL Foundation, since 1969.