Wednesday, October 31, 2007
COMMENT PERIOD EXTENDED!
Clatsop County has extended its public hearing on the proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) project at Bradwood Landing to Nov. 19 to provide additional opportunities for public comment. The hearing will resume at 9 am in the Judge Guy Boyington Building, 857 Commercial St., Astoria. Written comments can be submitted by e-mail to comdev@co.clatsop.or.us, by fax to (503) 338-3666. Bradwood Landing LLC is seeking zone changes and other land-use permits to site a LNG terminal on the Columbia River at Bradwood east of Astoria. The Board of Commissioners has a broad range of options, including approving or denying the applications, remanding the hearing back to the Planning Commission, or continuing the hearing. Oregon Chapter of Surfrider is opposing the project due to concerns related to water quality, shoreline access, public safety, local economics, salmon populations, etc. Please make your voice heard on this issue - it clearly will require an overwhelming public response for the Commission to reverse its previously expressed support for the project. See first comment to this post for Surfrider comments submitted to the county on this issue.
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Clatsop County Planning Commission
Community Development Department
800 Exchange St., Ste.100
Astoria, OR 97103
July 7, 2007
Dear Planning Commission:
The Oregon Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation urges you to deny permits and reject land-use amendments related to Bradwood Landing’s proposed development of a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal, pipeline and other facilities on the Columbia River east of Astoria.
Development of an LNG operation in Clatsop County would result in significant environmental impacts, including stress to local fish and wildlife populations. The western portion of the Columbia River serves as critical habitat for a variety of species, including endangered salmonids, and proposed activities on the shore and in the water would negatively affect these populations. Furthermore, the dredging of the Columbia for tanker access would stir up a legacy of toxins, degrading water quality and posing a threat to both aquatic life and public health.
The Bradford Landing proposal would also threaten recreational opportunities in the Columbia. The waters off Astoria provide excellent opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, surfing, windsurfing, and fishing. Establishing an LNG operation would comprise the public’s ability to participate in such recreational activities, due to declines in shoreline access, aesthetics, public safety, and a clean environment.
Finally, the proposed LNG terminal would result in negative impacts to local businesses. Many small businesses in Astoria benefit from the beauty of the surrounding environment, as well as the history and heritage of the region. These include businesses that cater to recreational, cultural, and tourism activities. Establishing an LNG facility would marginalize some of Clatsop County’s best attributes, and in the process reduce the related economic benefits.
The Oregon Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation submits these comments on behalf of our members in Clatsop County and throughout the state of Oregon. Our membership includes surfers, divers, fishermen, swimmers, paddlers, and other user groups who spend significant time on the coast and in the ocean.
Sincerely,
Brad & Kris Wentworth
Residents & surfer
Warrenton, OR Mark Taylor & Maureen Sheffield-Taylor
Cold Water Surf Shop - Owners
Residents & surfer - Astoria, OR Jim Rafferty Resident & surfer
Warrenton, OR Christopher D. Hoover
Resident & surfer Astoria, OR
Dennis Smith Seaside Surf Shop – Owner Resident & surfer - Seaside, OR Paul Christiansen Resident & surfer Hammond, OR Doug & Laure Penny Residents & surfer Ilwaco, WA Josh Gizdavich Cleanline Surf Shop – Owner Resident & surfer - Seaside, OR Paavo DeLind Resident & surfer Seaside, OR Kari Wilson Resident & surfer Astoria, OR Frank Buck Resident & surfer
Seaside, OR Josh Emmerling Resident & surfer Gearhart, OR Pete Stauffer Oregon Policy Coordinator Surfrider Foundation
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Community Development Department
800 Exchange St., Ste.100
Astoria, OR 97103
July 7, 2007
Dear Planning Commission:
The Oregon Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation urges you to deny permits and reject land-use amendments related to Bradwood Landing’s proposed development of a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal, pipeline and other facilities on the Columbia River east of Astoria.
Development of an LNG operation in Clatsop County would result in significant environmental impacts, including stress to local fish and wildlife populations. The western portion of the Columbia River serves as critical habitat for a variety of species, including endangered salmonids, and proposed activities on the shore and in the water would negatively affect these populations. Furthermore, the dredging of the Columbia for tanker access would stir up a legacy of toxins, degrading water quality and posing a threat to both aquatic life and public health.
The Bradford Landing proposal would also threaten recreational opportunities in the Columbia. The waters off Astoria provide excellent opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, surfing, windsurfing, and fishing. Establishing an LNG operation would comprise the public’s ability to participate in such recreational activities, due to declines in shoreline access, aesthetics, public safety, and a clean environment.
Finally, the proposed LNG terminal would result in negative impacts to local businesses. Many small businesses in Astoria benefit from the beauty of the surrounding environment, as well as the history and heritage of the region. These include businesses that cater to recreational, cultural, and tourism activities. Establishing an LNG facility would marginalize some of Clatsop County’s best attributes, and in the process reduce the related economic benefits.
The Oregon Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation submits these comments on behalf of our members in Clatsop County and throughout the state of Oregon. Our membership includes surfers, divers, fishermen, swimmers, paddlers, and other user groups who spend significant time on the coast and in the ocean.
Sincerely,
Brad & Kris Wentworth
Residents & surfer
Warrenton, OR Mark Taylor & Maureen Sheffield-Taylor
Cold Water Surf Shop - Owners
Residents & surfer - Astoria, OR Jim Rafferty Resident & surfer
Warrenton, OR Christopher D. Hoover
Resident & surfer Astoria, OR
Dennis Smith Seaside Surf Shop – Owner Resident & surfer - Seaside, OR Paul Christiansen Resident & surfer Hammond, OR Doug & Laure Penny Residents & surfer Ilwaco, WA Josh Gizdavich Cleanline Surf Shop – Owner Resident & surfer - Seaside, OR Paavo DeLind Resident & surfer Seaside, OR Kari Wilson Resident & surfer Astoria, OR Frank Buck Resident & surfer
Seaside, OR Josh Emmerling Resident & surfer Gearhart, OR Pete Stauffer Oregon Policy Coordinator Surfrider Foundation
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