A gate station or metering would be acceptable just so access would be maintained. It is 32 miles up Johnson Creek and back on Burnt log a total of 50 miles or more versus what is now 14 miles to Stibnite and on to Monumental. Scott Crosby was concerned about the travel time current residents of Yellow Pine would encounter by having to go around to Landmark and back by Burnt Log Road to access Monumental and areas beyond. Kyle said the 200 ton trucks would not be on the Burnt Log Road and he felt there would be no conflict with public traffic. Lorinne also mentioned the Stibnite Road would be a good access for the public rather than contending with the Midas trucks on the proposed road. Cecil Dallman pointed out the road could be reclaimed later. Kyle responded that the mine has prior rights to access their property which would apply to the Burnt Log Road but not for access by the public on another road. Lorinne asked if the road the mine is proposing to build, the “Burnt Log Road” will be going through roadless areas and permits given for that, why can’t permits be given for a temporary road adjacent to the mine. He indicated driving on the haul roads was not a good option with the safety issues involved, 200 ton trucks will be using the haul road for the mine. On one side are issues with roadless boundaries on the other side the river must be dealt with. There are issues involved in going around the pit. The mine proposes to expand the Yellow Pine Pit which will take out the existing road. He stressed it wasn’t easy as health and safety is a huge issue. Kyle acknowledged Midas is hearing the community, wants to retain a route into the area, and says the Midas Engineering Department is looking into the issue. They will work to coordinate meeting dates with Lorinne Munn who was appointed the point of contact. Kyle brought with him an open letter from Midas Gold President and CEO, Laurel Sayer, promising to have open discussions with members of the Yellow Pine Community and look for reasonable options to allow some form of safe access for the travelling public. Over 40 area residents were also at the meeting. Also in attendance was Valley County Commissioner Elting Hasbrouck. Kyle Fend, Environmental Supervisor for Midas represented Midas Gold. Meeting was opened at 1:30pm by Willie Sullivan who facilitated the meeting.
Yellow Pine Community Meeting with Midas Gold September 8, 2017 Check with Jeff or Ann to confirm trainings.īoth Fire Sirens will be tested at noon on the first of each month. Training is on Sundays starting at 11am at the YP Fire Station and open to the community of Yellow Pine. There are YPFD T-shirts, as well as YPFD patches and stickers for sale at the Tavern now. Congratulations to Jeff F., Ann F., Gary N.
“Valley County Search and Rescue (VCSAR) has 4 new Yellow Pine Members. Clean BBQ grills (bears love grills and outdoor fridges.) Keep garbage secured and pet food indoors, take down bird feeders until hibernation.
The Krassel Ranger District plans to ignite 1,600 acres in the Fourmile drainage, and 2,000 acres in the Bald Hill project area.īears are still around and looking for food, not much of a berry crop this year.
Cascade Ranger District: Slash piles will be ignited in the following locations: Warm Lake, Yellow pine, Landmark and Crawford.
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