Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Residents, scientists and unions urge supervisors to oppose proposed Moss 3 landfill
Summary
Dozens of residents, union representatives and at least one federal biologist told the Russell County Board of Supervisors they oppose the proposed Moss 3 landfill, citing karst geology, proximity to the Clinch River watershed and doubts about long-term liner performance. Speakers urged hydrology and geology studies and asked the board to reject host agreements and stop the project.
Dozens of residents, union leaders and conservation experts addressed the Russell County Board of Supervisors during an extended public-comment period on April 8, urging supervisors to oppose the proposed Moss 3 landfill and demanding more scientific study before the county proceeds.
"We should do our own thorough investigation of these landfill promises," Amy Branson, a Castlewood pharmacist, told the board, urging hydrology and geology studies before any deal. Betty Dickinson, speaking from Hurls Valley Road, warned that "Dumps Creek feeds right into the Clinch River less than a mile away," adding that the site's karst geology and reported…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
