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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS  COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR 
  FREDA R. STARNES 
DARREL W. JETER   
L. MICHELE GLOVER  190 BEECH STREET, SUITE 201 
EDDIE N. SKEEN  GATE CITY, VIRGINIA  24251 
MICHAEL K. BRICKEY  PHONE (276) 386-6521 
DANNY M. CASTEEL   FAX (276) 386-9198 
CHRISTOPHER S. MANESS 
STEFANIE C. ADDINGTON  EMAIL: fstarnes@scottcountyva.com  
  www.scottcountyva.com 

 SCOTT COUNTY 
 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 

 

 

 

 

3. Tourism and Outdoor Recreation: 

• Scott County relies heavily on outdoor tourism and recreational activities.  The Clinch River is a 

significant contributor to our local economy through fishing, kayaking, and other water-based activities.   

• The presence of a landfill nearby could deter tourists, harm the river’s appeal, and affect businesses that 

depend on outdoor recreation.  We must prioritize the long-term sustainability of our natural resources. 

 

4. Historical and Cultural Significance:   

• The proposed site played a crucial role in labor history during the Pittston Mine Strike.  Building a 

landfill on this historic ground would be a disservice to the memory of those who fought for worker’s 

rights. 

• We encourage preserving the site’s historical significance and finding alternative solutions that honor 

our shared past. 

 

In conclusion, we respectfully request that Russell County thoroughly assess the environmental impact, engage 

in transparent dialogue with neighboring communities, and consider our concerns.  We believe that responsible 

decision-making will benefit both counties and protect our shared environment for future generations. 

 

Thank you for your attention to this matter.  We hope that our concerns will be taken into account during the 

decision-making process. 

 

Sincerely, 

 

 

 

Freda R. Starnes 

County Administrator 

 

 
 

 

 

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
FREDA R. STARNES.

DARREL W. JETER

L.MICHELE GLOVER

EDDIE N. SKEEN.

MICHAEL K. BRICKEY

DANNY M. CASTEEL

CHRISTOPHER S. MANESS

STEFANIE C, ADDINGTON

190 BEECH STREET, SUITE 201
GATE CITY, VIRGINIA 24251
PHONE (276) 386-6521

FAX (276) 386-9198

EMAIL: fstames@scottcountyva.com
‘ww scottcountyva.com

SCOTT COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

3. Tourism and Outdoor Recreation:
‘* Scott County relies heavily on outdoor tourism and recreational activities. The Clinch River is a
significant contributor to our local economy through fishing, kayaking, and other water-based activities.
The presence of a landfill nearby could deter tourists, harm the river’s appeal, and affect businesses that
depend on outdoor recreation. We must prioritize the long-term sustainability of our natural resources.

4. Historical and Cultural Significance:

‘© The proposed site played a crucial role in labor history during the Pittston Mine Strike. Building a
landfill on this historic ground would be a disservice to the memory of those who fought for worker's
rights.

‘* We encourage preserving the site’s historical significance and finding alternative solutions that honor
our shared past.

In conclusion, we respectfully request that Russell County thoroughly assess the environmental impact, engage
in transparent dialogue with neighboring communities, and consider our concerns. We believe that responsible
decision-making will benefit both counties and protect our shared environment for future generations.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. We hope that our concerns will be taken into account during the
decision-making process

Sincerely,

Freda R. Starnes
County Administrator