Re: 20 July 2020 Humboldt County Commissioners Meeting Mr. Alexi Zawadski's presentation and response by Mr. Bartell
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Aug 16, 2020 08:40PM
( Continuing re: the 20 July 2020 Humboldt County Commissioners Meeting, Unofficial and preliminary minutes )
Commissioner Cerri disclosed that he is a resident of Orovada and neighbor to Nevada Lithium and he has been hearing concerns from residents as many feel negative towards the project because of what it may mean to the quality of life to the community including the environmental impacts and the increase of traffic on US 95; he noted that there a number of folks who question the statistics produced with water modeling and that there are concerns about the amount of sulfur being brought in; he continued noting the need to convince him and the other residents that there are no worries. Commissioner Cerri asked about the haul trucks and the reference to them being one-way. Mr. Zawadzki explained. Commissioner Cerri stated his understanding that the project has a lot to offer but noted his concerns as the residents of Orovada live in rural community as a choice and they don’t want to see that lifestyle change; he stated that he looks forward to hearing more about the questions and his hope is that the concerns from the landowners with the permits are taken into full consideration and would be addressed prior to the plant going into production. Mr. Zawadzki stated that he would be pleased to provide the air report and commented that the type of sulfur they are using does not create an odor and explained. Commissioner Bell asked if they are planning for a railroad spur in the location. Mr. Zawadzki responded that a spur is not in the current plan but that they have done a pre-feasibly study and it is feasible. Commissioner Bell noted his understanding of Commissioner Cerri’s concerns but stated his hope that everything goes well.