"It shall be the purpose of the Chapter to promote better understanding of the problems of air pollution control, waste management and related environmental concerns among governmental regulatory personnel, researchers, educators, representatives, of industry and the general public within the geographic area of the Chapter, and to work toward resolution of these problems. It shall also be the purpose of the Chapter to foster improved professional relations among its members and to further the mission and objectives of the Association." [Article II, Section 1 of Chapter by-laws]