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EIS PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING
The Army Corps of Engineers has announced that they have initiated the development of the Court ordered Glacier NW Environmental Impact Statement(EIS). The first step of this process requires the Corps to invite the public to help scope the range of issues and concerns that will be evaluated in the EIS document.
A public scoping meeting [...] Read More
Funding For Potential Property Acquisition
Nearly a year ago - well before winning the federal court case- POI invited a coalition of the region’s top environmental groups, agency heads and elected officials to join together and work with us in the development and implementation of a plan to purchase the Glacier site.
The Cascade Land Conservancy, a statewide organization specializing in [...] Read More
Court Case Victory!
On August 13, 2009 U.S. District Court Judge Ricardo Martinez ruled in favor of Preserve Our Islands appeal of the Army Corps Permit. The Judge’s decision invalidated the Federal permit and remanded the issue back to both the Army Corps of Engineers and the National Marine Fisheries Services.
To read the Judge’s decision click here
In his [...] Read More
The Fight Moves Into The Courtroom
In recent weeks the fight to protect Maury Island has moved into the courtroom.
The lawsuits related to our appeal of the Federal Army Corps permit and the State DNR aquatic lands lease have both begun.
We have asked the courts to overturn the approvals granted and expect a decision in upcoming months.
Click here to read Preserve [...] Read More
Glacier Northwest Has Plans
To Create The Largest Sand And Gravel Mine In The United States In The Middle Of Puget Sound.
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This mine is proposed on land that has soils contaminated with arsenic and lead at levels higher than many EPA Superfund cleanup sites. If disturbed by mining activities, there is great risk that these toxics will be released, causing significant health risks.
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To support this toxic mega-mine, Glacier Northwest has proposed the construction of an industrial dock and barging facility in a sensitive nearshore area that has been designated as a State Aquatic Reserve. This reserve is critical habitat for endangered Orcas and Chinook and supports one of the healthiest Herring runs in the State.
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A recently released mapset reporting on the health of the world's oceans, which was compiled by leading marine scientists from across the globe, shows that the Maury Island nearshore is one of the least impacted and healthiest marine habitats in the State. .
This Massive Mega Mine Proposal
- Threatens endangered species such as Orca and Chinook Salmon.
- Stands in direct contradiction to the State of Washington's multi billion dollar plan to restore the health of Puget Sound by 2020.
- Introduces an industrial dock and barging operation into a protected marine reserve.
- Threatens the only drinking water source available for thousands of Maury Island residents.
- Puts neighboring properties at risk of wind blown arsenic and lead exposure.
This Proposal Doesn't Make any Sense
It Doesn't Make Environmental Sense
It Doesn't Make Economic Sense
It Doesn't Make Sense For
The People Of Washington State