The project would be within the industrial park already zoned for heavy industrial use, home to the transfer station, Plumas sanitation, and white cap ready mix. The purpose of the plant would be to serve the Caltrans Highway 70 repaving project. It is expected to remain operational for at least three years between April to November, five days a week from 6 am to 6 pm as needed. Truck trips could reach a max of 150 roundtrips per day while the plant is in operation.
If you are interested or have concerns, your comments can be made on the notice of negative declarations that have determined the development does not significantly affect the environment. Yet, those against the asphalt plants development, specifically the environmentalist organization Feather River Action! cite its location to the Feather River and residential areas along Iron Horse and crackerjack creek, creating air and noise pollution, only adding to the region’s existing health and environmental challenges. The group is calling for the plan to be withdrawn.
A review period on the project began on May 10th and will be available through June 10th. You can learn more by visiting Plumas County’s Planning and Building Services department or finding the environmental mitigation document on the county’s website. You will also have an opportunity to comment during an upcoming public hearing with the Plumas County Zoning Administrator; that date has yet to be determined.
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