Victory!
Power Plant Expansion Denied
CEC recommendation supports community demands
Environmental Health Coalition (EHC) and Chula Vista residents today celebrated a hard-fought public health victory as the California Energy Commission recommended denial of the expansion of a power plant that would have sacrificed the health of hundreds of families that live and work nearby.
“This decision is a testament to the power of people,” said Laura Hunter, director of EHC’s Clean Bay Campaign. “When bad decisions threaten the health of our families and children, we organize and push back. It’s a signal that we are moving away from energy strategies that sacrifice communities. The time for change is right here, right now on Main Street Chula Vista."
Read the CEC Press Release (includes link to full report)
EHC would like to thank the following elected officials who support was instrumental to this victory: Chula Vista City Council members Rudy Ramirez and Pamela Bensoussan, State Assembly member Mary Salas, and Congressman Bob Filner.
EHC also thanks the Southwest Civic Association, South Bay Forum, and Communities Taking Action and the more than 2,000 residents who provided public testimony, marched in demonstrations, and added their voices to this monumental victory for public health and the environment.
This Victory is Not the Final Step!
A public hearing on the decision is scheduled for the following date:
Monday, Feb.23, 2009
4 p.m.
Chula Vista City Hall
Council Chambers
276 4th Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91940
As more information on this issue develops, we will keep you informed.
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