It really doesn’t matter whether one calls it “mining” or “exploration”, the latest shadow permit application from Constantine is land use abuse. Sadly, not many folks will have time to read the actual permit application. Public officials have collaborated to keep the proposals out of the public eye.
Logging, road construction, drilling and seismic blasting are scheduled from June through August within sensitive salmon and wildlife habitat. Heavy equipment to be used includes bulldozers, excavators,…