Here is a letter that you can print and send to the DEQ/DNR, the Governor and your elected representatives on the Kennecott permit application for a mine on the Yellow Dog Plains.  You can also send one online by clicking here

Date____________________

Dear [Insert recipient],

I oppose the proposed Kennecott sulfide mine beneath one of Lake Superior’s key tributaries, the Salmon Trout River. These are some of the reasons:

•Water: Discharge of acid-polluted water by a risky sulfide mine threatens two watersheds and the wildlife living there, aquifers and groundwater for thousands of people and Lake Superior, our country’s largest source of fresh water.

•Air: Discharge of at least 20 tons of toxic dust each year threatens surface water, forests, towns, cities and the health of the people and wildlife in the area and beyond.

•Land: The region of the proposed mine is a Michigan treasure worthy of the protection required by Michigan laws. Some of this land is owned by the people of Michigan.

•Recreation: This unspoiled area draws sports enthusiasts, tourists and is a reason people settle in our area.

•Noise: Mine operation and truck noise threatens the health and safety of people and wildlife throughout the area.

•Infrastructure: Heavy loads, truck traffic and acid fallout will destroy area roads, create a safety issue and lower property values for residents in Northern Marquette County.

•Economic: Declining property values and loss of tourism dollars will not be offset by 75 short-term jobs.

•THE LAW: The new mining law and regulations require the DEQ to reject any sulfide mining request unless the mining applicant demonstrates clearly that it will not “pollute, impair or destroy” land, air, water, or groundwater.

As I understand Part 632, you are legally required to oppose this mine application and I would appreciate your reply.

Sincerely,

[Insert your name and address and sign when printed]

LETTERS SHOULD BE SENT TO:

(cut and paste into address and greeting):

Use the elected official finder on our web site if you live outside the Marquette area

(http://capwiz.com/savethewildup/directory/statedir.tt?state=MI&lvl=state)

Governor Jennifer M. Granholm
P.O. Box 30013
Lansing, Michigan 48909

Representative Steven Lindberg

S 1488 House Office Building
PO Box 30014
Lansing, Michigan 48909-7514

Representative Michael Lahti

S 1489 House Office Building
PO Box 30014
Lansing, Michigan 48909-7514

Representative Tom Casperson

PO Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514

State Senator Mike Prusi

PO Box 30036
Lansing, MI 48909-7536

Representative Bart Stupak

2352 Rayburn Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515