On Wednesday, October 23rd, nonprofit partners—Heal Utah, Save Parleys, Sierra Club, Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment, and Save Our Canyons—came together to host an educational town hall, aiming to inform the community about the serious concerns surrounding the proposed mining operation in Central Parleys Canyon.
The proposed mine poses a range of threats, from toxic sediment release and excessive water usage needed to control dust pollution, to the constant flow of diesel vehicles emitting substantial diesel exhaust releasing harmful particulates and greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to poor air quality. Additionally, the mining operation would displace native wildlife from critical habitats and degrade potential wilderness areas. This event highlighted these issues, urging community opposition to protect the central Wasatch's environmental integrity.
The turnout to this panel was exceptional. We are so grateful to YOU. Our community for taking the time to learn about these issues. A special thanks goes out to Patagonia SLC for hosting us and supporting our mission.
