Commission delays decision on quarry RFP amid Apperson Ridge environmental and economic questions

Apr 24, 2007

The commission deferred an exclusive‑negotiation decision after extended debate and public comment over environmental impacts tied to Apperson Ridge, differing net‑present‑value claims, and requests for more public review and documentation.

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A contentious agenda item on April 24 asked the commission to authorize exclusive negotiations with the highest‑scoring respondent to a quarry redevelopment request for proposals. Staff recommended exclusive negotiations with the Da Silva Group, but public speakers, rival bidders and several commissioners raised environmental, legal and economic concerns tied to a possible Apperson Ridge mining alternative.

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