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IDNR Public Hearing Announced
Updated December 9 with flyer.
The IDNR has announced that the public hearing for Sunrise Coal’s Permit Application #429 for the proposed Bulldog Mine in Vermilion County.
The IDNR staff should be on hand and familiar with the permit application. They should be available to answer some questions on-site, as opposed to the informal conference where they only took comments.
As before, please attend, even if you don’t wish to speak. It is important to demonstrate to the IDNR how many residents are opposed to this proposed mine.
What: Public hearing to make comments and ask questions. This will be the final opportunity to share comments with the IDNR. They will be required to approve or deny this permit 60 days after the public hearing.
When: Wednesday, December 17, 2014, 6:00PM
Where: Jamaica High School gymnasium
7087 North 600 East Rd.
Sidell, IL 61876
The permit application can be viewed on our website: Permit Application
Public Hearing Flyer