WRITING KIT
Looking for inspiration or facts to help you create a stronger comment letter? Here's a collection of resources that can help.
Key Resources
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Why Say No - General Talking Points - Read a one page summary of the key reasons to say no to the Idaho-Maryland Mine. CEA Foundation / MineWatch
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Final EIR Talking Points - Get more detailed summary arguments for why the County should deny the FEIR and the whole project. CEA Foundation | MineWatch
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How to Comment on the FEIR (pdf) For people who submitted DEIR comments or want technical guidance. CEA Foundation | MineWatch
Supporting Resources
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Inconsistencies with County General Plan Goals and Policies
CEA Foundation
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Legal Background Supporting Denial of FEIR Certification and Project
CEA Foundation | Prepared by attorneys Shute, Mihaly, and Weinberger
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Wells
Packet of comments by Wells Coalition, CEA Foundation & San Juan Ridge Taxpayers Association
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Mine Waste
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Mine Waste and Water Impacts Public comment by CEA Foundation
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Mine Waste and Air Impacts (Asbestos) Public comment by CEA Foundation
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG)
Public comment by CEA Foundation
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Economic Impact Report Community Review
MineWatch website
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Community Opposition
MineWatch website
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Additional Resources
MineWatch website article & op-ed library
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Got questions? Contact mineconcerns@cea-nc.org
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This kit is designed to collect guidance documents and key arguments against the mine in the weeks before the County makes a decision. More content will be added as it becomes available.