02 Sep EPA Could Regulate Toxic Coal Ash, You Can Help

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The EPA is holding hearings in 7 cities across the nation to determine future regulation of coal ash.  Next Wednesday, September 8th, people are busing to Dallas, TX from Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma & across the great state of Texas!  Why would people take time off their jobs, from school, and from their busy lives?  This hearing is setting precedent for coal (and other fossil fuel) companies to take responsibility for cleaning up their own mess and will safeguard thousands upon thousands of people.  Coal Ash is full of toxic chemicals, yet your trash at home has more regulations! 

Videos and some FAQ’s: www.cleanuptexasnow.org

We need your support!

Details below…

 
All of the comments count, and having you there to support a strong ruling for the disposal of coal ash will be noticed by the EPA.  
 
There are activities and opportunities to meet new people all day long:

  • The opportunity to meet folks who are exploring, protecting, and enjoying the planet!  People are busing in from Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and from all around the great state of Texas.  
  • Speakers Panel at noon with Michael Brune
  • Lunch (snacks will also be available after the panel)
  • Q & A Session with experts 3-4PM
  • Vigil and movie 6:30PM
  • Submit your comment to the EPA as late as 9PM 
Is it worth your time?  Will you have a chance to speak?
Yes, and Yes!
They are accepting times to speak till 9PM : http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/nonhaz/industrial/special/fossil/ccr-rule/ccr-form.htm  Please do make the commitment to attending the hearing in person and sign up on the EPA website!   Even if you decided to go at the last minuite, you would likely be able to give your spoken comment to the EPA, especially in the afternoon.  They want to hear what people have to say!  They stayed late at the hearing in Houston!  They thanked us for bringing more people into the process!  
 
Getting to Dallas and Back

We’re meeting at the

  Sierra Club Office 1202 San Antonio Austin, TX 78702

It will take about 3.5 hours from the Office to the Recency Hotel
Please fill out the form to let us know if you need or can offer a ride and to let us know you will be there!
  • First wave of Austinites: Meet @ 8AM, leave at 8:30
  • Second wave of Austinites: Meet @ 2PM, leave at 2:30
  • Create your own wave: grab some folks and carpool
 
Filling out the form helps us be effective with our resources; including renting vehicles, having enough food/snacks, and to know how many to expect and when.  Let us know you are planning to attend  

 We will follow up with you!


My appreciation goes out to you for taking the time to support a strong ruling on coal ash.
 
See you in Dallas on Wednesday!
 

Cheers,
 
Erin Hickok
 
Sierra Club

m: 612.867.1910
skype: erin.hickok
erinlynnhickok@gmail.com



Helpful Links:
Share the sign up to attend link with other Austin people!!
For the latest updates and videos: 
To schedule a time to speak with the EPA: 
 

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