I am writing concerning the ongoing sand mining in Plymouth. This silica dust – emitted by sand mining – poses a threat to Southeastern Massachusetts and the public health of its residents. Sand mines are permitted in towns approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals and building inspectors in Plymouth. These permits do not require […]
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Legislation would offer protections from sand mining
Two important bills addressing sand mining in Massachusetts were the subject of a State House hearing before the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources on June 3. House Bill 918 and House bill 948 will put a one-year moratorium on sand mining in Southeastern Massachusetts and establish a committee to study the effects of […]
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Sand and gravel mining puts Plymouth’s drinking water at serious risk
Community Land & Water Coalition organized a standout in Plymouth on Aug. 14 to raise awareness about the sand mining occurring in and around Plymouth, which is harming our ecosystem. Attendees held signs to voice their concerns and to attract the attention of Governor Maura Healey, who was in town for an event. During the […]
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Master Plan should focus on water quality, preventing ‘reckless development’
During the (June 20) Plymouth Master Plan kickoff meeting, the turnout of Plymouth residents was significant. A majority of the goals voiced by attendees focused on safeguarding our drinking water and preventing reckless development. Currently, Plymouth’s water quality has greatly deteriorated, as verified by the EWG Tap Water Database. The quality of our drinking water […]