NT Announcements

ABOUT 50 concerned citizens gathered at the Eau Claire Public Library on January 9th, 2006 to learn about a potential coal plant siting at the Tyrone location. Jennifer Feyerherm of the Sierra Club addressed the group, speaking about the current "Midwest Coal Rush" which is spawning so many projects and raising concerns about our environment, our health, and the health of our grandchildren. Jennifer's remarks were followed by a discussion among all those present, which included folks from Pierce, Eau Claire, Pepin, Trempealeau, Chippewa, LaCrosse and Dunn Counties. After identifying important working concerns, the large group divided into smaller sub-committees, who then met and planned for about 45 minutes.

The large group, comprising all the sub-committees and any other interested people, will meet

CURRENT ISSUE: SEVEN-MILE LAND FILL EXPANSION

It has been awhile since we held the informational meeting at the Seymour Town Hall. Since that time I have met many people and we have been meeting to share ideas about the "Mega Landfill" issue, and what we can do about this "growing problem". We are starting to band together making this a "State Issue" instead of trying to handle each area on a local basis. There is "Strength in Numbers," and it is beginning to show..... If you'd like more information, call 832-1973 or send an email to Gerrie.

"Quit Trashing Wisconsin"

ATTENTION:

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN LANDFILL ACTIVISTS!

WISCONSIN STATE WASTE MEETING IN EAU CLAIRE

If you're tired of out of state waste pouring into the State of Wisconsin because of low tipping fees, lax siting requirements and improper monitoring, now's your chance to get your voice heard! PLEASE attend a critical public comment meeting of the newly formed . . . .

Governor's Task Force on Waste Materials Recovery & Disposal

Wednesday November 16th

4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

DNR Conference Room

1300 W. Clairemont Avenue

Eau Claire

We need lots of concerned citizens to challenge the Task Force to create a new waste policy for Wisconsin. The public will be invited to participate from 4:00 pm until 6:30 or 7:30 p.m. You can also come early and listen to the meeting proceedings.

You are invited to comment on any aspect of waste management that you wish, such as:

1) Out-of-state waste

2) Ideas for improving our recycling program

3) Private vs. public landfills

4) The siting process

5) Waste-to-energy

6) The role of local government in waste management

THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO PROVIDE INPUT, COMMENTS AND TO BE HEARD!!

You may also provide written comments at the meeting.

Finally, you may find the following documents useful:

1) Read the WEAL letter that was submitted at the first meeting in Waukesha on October 19th.

2) A complete list of Task Force members and their contact information for letter writing, etc.

WE'LL SEE YOU THERE!!

Citizens Against Out-of-State Waste

Gerrie Rath, Concerned Citizen

Fred Black, Retired Attorney, Concerned Citizen
Dave Duax, City Council Member, Concerned Citizen
Jenifer Lugar (Sarona) , Concerned Citizen involved in many environmental issues with the Landfills around the state
Susie Zuech, Concerned Citizen

Other pertinent numbers:

DNR (solid waste management) Jack Tritt 839-3768 & Dave Lundberg 839-3708