Shirking their Duty

Sounds like the Menominee City Council meeting got a little heated last night. Read about it here.

A majority of the council refuses even to discuss the Back Forty Mine, much less take a stand on it, something every other major area municipal oversight board has done.

Only two council members - Frank Pohlmann and Steve Fifarek - plus Mayor Jean Stegeman have been vocal in their opposition to the open-pit sulfide mine, to be located not far from the Menominee River.

Opponents of the mine are understandably frustrated. They’ve been diligent and persistent in their protests.

By refusing to discuss the issue at a council meeting, the remaining six council reps are shirking their duty to constituents and the community. I’m disappointed, especially in Bill Plemel.