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Resident urges council to oppose Copper World mining project over high water use
Summary
A resident urged the council to pass a resolution opposing the Copper World mining project, citing potential consumption of 6,000–13,000 acre‑feet per year and environmental impacts during Arizona’s drought.
At the Aug. 20 meeting, resident Rick Corrado urged the Sahuarita Town Council to oppose the proposed Copper World mining project, saying it could use between 6,000 and 13,000 acre‑feet of water per year and arguing the town should protect local water resources.
Corrado asked why traffic and environmental studies were not readily available and questioned whether Hudbay Minerals had improperly filed for an air quality permit. He compared the project to a recent data‑center proposal that the Tucson City Council had rejected, saying the local costs to water and power outweighed jobs and tax revenue.
Corrado asked the council to consider a formal resolution opposing the Copper World project. The council did not take action on the request during the meeting; staff did not present a response on record.
