mlynch21,
I'm just getting back from work. It's around 9:45pm Honestly, call me whatever you want. If you want, I'd even join in with ya, but I'm tired.
To me, your a mute point in the matter. What matters is again, Governor Charlie Crists vote. What matters, is the public turnout and opinion against the project, which again, you and others seem to be part of a minority on.
I would say this, If you guys really feel Im wrong, than check deeper into the project. I dont have time to sit here and type details all night.
I'd look into the public reaction in New Jersey to a very similar project. Look at the communities reaction to it - strong opposition.
I'd look into the statements from Suez about there being NO SPILLS in the past. They accur, can accur, and seemed to have alarmed a certain retired congressman at the meeting. I cant remember exactly the title of his position, but I think he said at one time he was the Director of Hazardous Waste Projects in congress. And by the way, do you really think that the Suez Energy company is really going to give a unbiased EIS ? Apparently there was 2 written, and almost no changes between the 2.
I'd check in to the accuracy of why previous to the project being proposed for construction here in Ft Lauderdale, it was rejected by the Bahamaian government.
There's more points to list, but honestly, this is pointless. You think your right on the matter and I dont. So big deal. I've done what I needed to do. Ive shown my support in front of people that can actually make a difference, our elected officials. You know who they are dont you ? they're the ones that are going to take my opinion and many other individuals opposing the project, and represent that opinion to the governor.
And what are you going to do ? your going to sit here on a diving forum and bitch and
moan like you have all the answers to the situation. Your a mute point. But, if you feel strongly enough about the issue, get off your ass and go make a statement at the podium at the next meeting, if there is one.
This will be my last post on the thread. Lastly, I might disagree with you guys
and I'm not sure I'd have a beer with ya, because you'd probably annoy the hell out me ...... but I'll still wish you all safe and enjoyable diving.
Best - Patrick .... now I'm going to eat something and rest.