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title: 2024-05-13-Russell-County-Landfill-Letter-05.2024-Page 2
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file: ../2024-05-13-Russell-County-Landfill-Letter-05.2024-Page_2.pdf
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tags:
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- Scott_County
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- '2024'
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- 2024-05
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- '2024-05-13'
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docDate: '2024-05-13'
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---
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
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FREDA R. STARNES
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DARREL W. JETER
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L. MICHELE GLOVER 190 BEECH STREET, SUITE 201
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EDDIE N. SKEEN GATE CITY, VIRGINIA 24251
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MICHAEL K. BRICKEY PHONE (276) 386-6521
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DANNY M. CASTEEL FAX (276) 386-9198
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CHRISTOPHER S. MANESS
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STEFANIE C. ADDINGTON EMAIL: fstarnes@scottcountyva.com
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www.scottcountyva.com
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SCOTT COUNTY
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
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3. Tourism and Outdoor Recreation:
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• Scott County relies heavily on outdoor tourism and recreational activities. The Clinch River is a
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significant contributor to our local economy through fishing, kayaking, and other water-based activities.
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• The presence of a landfill nearby could deter tourists, harm the river’s appeal, and affect businesses that
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depend on outdoor recreation. We must prioritize the long-term sustainability of our natural resources.
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4. Historical and Cultural Significance:
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• The proposed site played a crucial role in labor history during the Pittston Mine Strike. Building a
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landfill on this historic ground would be a disservice to the memory of those who fought for worker’s
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rights.
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• We encourage preserving the site’s historical significance and finding alternative solutions that honor
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our shared past.
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In conclusion, we respectfully request that Russell County thoroughly assess the environmental impact, engage
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in transparent dialogue with neighboring communities, and consider our concerns. We believe that responsible
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decision-making will benefit both counties and protect our shared environment for future generations.
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Thank you for your attention to this matter. We hope that our concerns will be taken into account during the
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decision-making process.
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Sincerely,
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Freda R. Starnes
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County Administrator
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
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FREDA R. STARNES.
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DARREL W. JETER
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L.MICHELE GLOVER
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EDDIE N. SKEEN.
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MICHAEL K. BRICKEY
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DANNY M. CASTEEL
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CHRISTOPHER S. MANESS
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STEFANIE C, ADDINGTON
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190 BEECH STREET, SUITE 201
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GATE CITY, VIRGINIA 24251
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PHONE (276) 386-6521
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FAX (276) 386-9198
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EMAIL: fstames@scottcountyva.com
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‘ww scottcountyva.com
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SCOTT COUNTY
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
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3. Tourism and Outdoor Recreation:
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‘* Scott County relies heavily on outdoor tourism and recreational activities. The Clinch River is a
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significant contributor to our local economy through fishing, kayaking, and other water-based activities.
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The presence of a landfill nearby could deter tourists, harm the river’s appeal, and affect businesses that
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depend on outdoor recreation. We must prioritize the long-term sustainability of our natural resources.
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4. Historical and Cultural Significance:
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‘© The proposed site played a crucial role in labor history during the Pittston Mine Strike. Building a
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landfill on this historic ground would be a disservice to the memory of those who fought for worker's
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rights.
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‘* We encourage preserving the site’s historical significance and finding alternative solutions that honor
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our shared past.
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In conclusion, we respectfully request that Russell County thoroughly assess the environmental impact, engage
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in transparent dialogue with neighboring communities, and consider our concerns. We believe that responsible
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decision-making will benefit both counties and protect our shared environment for future generations.
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Thank you for your attention to this matter. We hope that our concerns will be taken into account during the
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decision-making process
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Sincerely,
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Freda R. Starnes
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County Administrator
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