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These simple and reasonable amendments would make the FERC process fairer for landowners by addressing things like notice, conditioned certificates and property appraisals used for eminent domain condemnation.
You can email or call me or go to https://www.abralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Libertarian-group-eyes-eminent-domain-reform-on-Capitol-Hill-EE-News-Energywire-2-14-18.pdf to find out more about the amendments written by our friends at the Libertarian Niskanen Center (who, unlike conservatives captured by the oil and gas industry, are willing to stand up for property rights). Their lobbyist is meeting with Senator Stabenow shortly so time is of the essence.
I am happy to jump on the phone to explain more and would love it if you could help spread the message or lead me to others in Michigan whom I can contact. We are based in NY and have members all over the country (OR, PA, VA, NJ, GA, SC, TX) fighting pipelines but no one in Michigan.
I would deeply appreciate any help you could give and am happy to offer the same to you and your state when needed.
In solidarity,
Rebekah
Rebekah Sale
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Executive Director
Property Rights and Pipeline Center
PropertyRightsandPipelineCenter.org
O: 212-378-4099 C: 917-940-5421
We have recently found out about what Shut down pipeline 5 are doing to help preserve Michigan’s water. We would appreciate it if you would be a participant in our event by setting up an informational table about what your organization is doing to support this cause, or even just coming and supporting this wonderful day\event. You would have a 6’ long table to set up an informational booth about your organization or any other water information you would like to share.
The event is scheduled to take place on March 20, 2019, at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mt. Pleasant, MI from 10:00 am – Please let us know if you would be interested in participating and supporting our event. If you are unable to make the event, we would love to present any information or resources you would like to send to us and still raise awareness for your organization in our community.
Thank you for considering our event.
Sincerely,
Nathaniel Cromar
Student
Renaissance Public School Academy
For as far as you could see every 15 feet there was pools of oil from the wind blowing the oil and water on the Ice.
I have photographs of what i saw and I’d like to give them to you. I cannot believe how much pollution is in the Lakes and you cant see it but its there. Email me at [email protected]
I’ll send you my photos. It was bad. Where is it coming from? There was soooo much oil on the Ice it seems like alot to be from storm drains and boats. I think a pipeline is leaking. It has to be. Send me an email ill show you the pics.
Have they produced any such report? Any independent engineering surveys done to support this decision has a modicum of wisdom to it?
“I am a Michigander. I understand the Governor just signed into law the legislation regarding Line 5.
As a citizen, can I have access to the engineering reports that confirm that the line is structurally sufficient to operate for another 5 – 10 years? The engineers 50 years ago gave it a life expectancy. We have exceeded that and now we are saying let’s go another 5 – 10 years. I am sure there must be an independent study around that shows despite the stresses of being on the bottom of the straits, the pressures built up through pumping high volumes of different fluids through, and the movement natural to a structure like that, that shows that the line is structurally sound enough continue to be operated and that the design engineers who were tasked with designing a line with a defined service life expectancy were completely wrong.
I would like to request that you please send that to this email address at your earliest convenience.
With regards,
Michael Jasperse
Thank you, Martha Kiander [email protected]
I am just curious about how this organization views the issue of the Enbridge Line 5 Pipeline. Last I heard from Governor Snyder was that progress was being made and repairs are being planned. Being this site is strong against the fact that oil and water don’t mix, I aim to understand how you believe this issue has developed and if the outcomes are positive? Do you believe the plans regarding this issue has been overdue? Are the plans better for the Great Lakes or could more be done? Any thoughts about the issue will help.
Thank you,
Rachel Miller
I have some serious reservations concerning the assignment of line 5 to the Bridge Authority (BA). Why would the BA agree to enter into an agreement with a company with such a deplorable safety record? Why would the BA consider
partnering with a Canadian Company transporting toxic materials across our state for the primary benefit of Canada, certainly not Michigan? Why would the BA even consider the financial and legal implications of entering into such
an agreement? I understand that Enbridge has pledged 1.88 billion, but that is a far cry from the potential exposure of 6.3 billion. Is the BA prepared to cough up the potential difference of 4.42 billion?
Also, the continued use of the pipeline violates the Submerged Lands Act, and the Indian treaties that were entered into in good faith to protect indigenous fishing rights. Should you approve this agreement, reached behind closed doors
between our lame duck Governor and Enbridge, are you prepared to face the onslaught of legal challenges from Michiganders and the Indian people that are inevitable?
Lastly, protecting the drinking water of more than 35 million people must prevent piping environmentally toxic materials under any body of water, be it freestanding or buried. Both are unacceptable, and would place you potentially at odds
with 9 states, and those Canadians that understand the implications of approving such an agreement.
Please consider very carefully your role in protecting our state for existing and future generations, and give credence to the motto “Pure Michigan” .
Sincerely,
Dr. Paul J. Keck
West Olive, MI
Trying to find some signs. Most local places in northern MI are sold out. Can I still purchase on line for mailing?
I am looking to leave my current industry and lend my unique talents to the cause. I would like to submit my resume to your fine organization for any future openings please. Can I get an email address so I can pass my resume along ? Thank you, and thanks for all you are doing.
Brian Mettler
Brand Ambassador / Rain Maker
PR / Sales / Marketing
With the help of a student at master level, I have study this problem and intend to publish results?
If you are interested I can send you the report, give me a mail adress
https://youtu.be/1lWeYa0_5bc
Most respectfully,