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Residents urge vote on Fermi America water deal and warn about aquifer impacts
Summary
During public comment, multiple Amarillo residents urged the council to put the proposed Fermi America water agreement to a public vote and expressed concerns about aquifer sustainability and nuclear development at the site.
Christopher Podzemny and other speakers said they had observed limited activity at the Fermi America site and raised concerns about selling up to 2.5 million gallons of water and potential long-term effects on the local aquifer. "We can't afford to run out of water," one speaker said, urging a citizen vote if the council proceeds with a water sale agreement.
Speakers likened the project risks to high-profile corporate failures and pointed to other nearby communities that experienced water restrictions. Council did not act on the request during public comment; the comments were recorded for council consideration and staff follow-up.
