Community rallies against controversial Pacifica quarry project

During a recent government meeting, community members voiced strong opposition to a proposed quarry reclamation project in Pacifica, highlighting concerns over environmental impact, cultural erasure, and procedural violations by planning staff.

Summer Lee, a local resident, criticized the city for failing to provide cultural consultation to the descendants of the Temictac people, whose ancestral lands were seized. She described this oversight as a form of erasure and called the project a \"horrific act\" that disregards the historical significance of the land.

Stephen G. echoed these sentiments, expressing frustration that the planning staff appeared to ignore the commission's previous directives to deny the permit and limit imported fill. He accused the staff of violating the Brown Act by submitting last-minute documents, which hindered public review and transparency. He urged the commission to shut down the project and consider an investigation into the planning staff's actions.

Architect Remy Tan raised concerns about the environmental safety of transporting large amounts of dirt through the community, emphasizing the noise and air pollution caused by truck traffic. He questioned the integrity of the soil being used, suggesting that the project should be rejected due to potential contamination and environmental risks.

Lisa I. and Norma Joe W. also expressed their opposition, with Lisa highlighting the lack of clear information regarding state regulations and the project's evolving nature. Norma shared her horror at the proceedings, indicating a growing unease among residents regarding the project's implications.

The meeting underscored a significant community pushback against the quarry reclamation project, with residents calling for greater accountability and a reevaluation of the project's environmental and cultural impacts.