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Uther citizens stated their views at the public hearings. Their concerns were for the domestic and wild animals, resident safety and welfare, and the effect that sewage sludge runoff could have on the county's clean waters so enjoyed by residents and visitors. By their actions, the Supervisors have shown that they heard the citizens and intend to control any sludge operations that happen in the county.
Applying sewage sludge on county lands is not yet resolved for those opposing it nor for those who would use, the material as fertilizer. The county has a history of opposing the use of sludge and citizens currently voice opposition even though its introduction could happen at a future date. The public forum on July 15 will be informative and helpful for understanding the legislative process as well as what citizens can do to assure their comments, pro and con, are heard by the legislators which will act on the matter next year.
Rappahannock County representatives to the General Assembly, Senator Kevin Miller and Delegate Allen Louderback , can be contacted and provided with comments about this issue prior to the 2003 Session. Citizen's can also contact the Supervisors to voice their concerns.
More information can be read at the Rappahannock News office in Washington, as this paper has covered the issue from the beginning by publishing many articles and the letters written by the citizens of Rappahannock County.
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