Whatcom + Round-the-Clock Coal Train Traffic = Still Livable?

The Issue

The current scope of the environmental impact study (EIS) on the Gateway Pacific Terminal proposal to build a coal and bulk facility at Cherry Point does not include the impact of coal train transport though Whatcom County.

The impacts of this unprecedented volume of train traffic, of uncovered coal, on our economy, environment (including health impacts) and the livability of Whatcom County are unknown. 

As a community, it is imperative that we understand the impact the Gateway Pacific Terminal will have on our lives and on our children's lives.  

Terminal Developers OPPOSE any study of impacts.  Decisions are being made NOW and impacts WON’T be considered unless the public demands it.

Sign our letter to let your voice be heard.

 

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The Issue

The current scope of the environmental impact study (EIS) on the Gateway Pacific Terminal proposal to build a coal and bulk facility at Cherry Point does not include the impact of coal train transport though Whatcom County.

The impacts of this unprecedented volume of train traffic, of uncovered coal, on our economy, environment (including health impacts) and the livability of Whatcom County are unknown. 

As a community, it is imperative that we understand the impact the Gateway Pacific Terminal will have on our lives and on our children's lives.  

Terminal Developers OPPOSE any study of impacts.  Decisions are being made NOW and impacts WON’T be considered unless the public demands it.

Sign our letter to let your voice be heard.

 

The Decision Makers

Former State House of Representatives
2 Members
Jason Overstreet
Former State House of Representatives - Washington-42B
Vincent Buys
Former State House of Representatives - Washington-42A
U.S. Senate
2 Members
Patty Murray
U.S. Senate - Washington
Maria Cantwell
U.S. Senate - Washington
Rick Larsen
U.S. House of Representatives - Washington 2nd Congressional District
Doug Ericksen
Former State Senate - Washington-42

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Petition created on April 27, 2011