AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2019-47R, opposing the routing of the proposed Permian Highway Pipeline through Hays County; requesting immediate action from the State Legislature; and providing an effective date.
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Meeting date: March 5, 2019
Department: City Manager's Office
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Background Information:
Kinder Morgan and Exxon Mobil in partnership with EagleClaw Midstream Ventures ("Private Partnership") have begun the process of routing a 42-inch underground high pressure natural gas pipeline, known as the Permian Highway Pipeline ("PHP") from Coyanosa, Texas to Sheridan, Texas through the Texas Hill Country and Hays County.
The citizens of the City of San Marcos have expressed strong concerns and opposition to the presence of the PHP in Hays County due to its potential negative impacts to the environment, soil, air, development, water system, and land values.
The City of San Marcos opposes the PHP on behalf of the interests of its citizens and in recognition of the potential harm the PHP poses to its natural and economic resources.
The City of San Marcos requests immediate ac...
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