A coalition of groups opposed to fracking are working together to coordinate a strong showing for the DEC’s Binghamton hearings on Thursday, November 17 at the The Forum Theatre, 236 Washington Street, Binghamton.
We are reaching out to invite you and the organizations you are working with. To demonstrate the Southern Tier’s strong opposition to shale gas extraction/ fracking, we are calling on all friends and neighbors, particularly as Binghamton is considered NY’s ground zero for fracking.
There will be two hearings from 1-4 PM and 6-9 PM. For the first session, we will gather by 11:30 AM for a rally & press conference with speakers at 12 PM. Space has been reserved outside the Forum Theatre for the whole day so you are invited to remain outside to represent or to head inside to publicly comment to the DEC- both are integral. A second rally and press conference is scheduled for 5 PM again outside the theatre.
We are looking for volunteers to help coordinate in their area. Please share this message, help facilitate carpooling and stay in touch for further details as they emerge. We will be preparing a number of materials to help us stay connected throughout the hearing so please keep in touch by replying to this email, contacting Elaine Perkus of NYRAD at <elaine@oilslady.com> or 607-725-7785 or Renee Vogelsang at <renee@frackaction.com>.
While there are other hearings, a loud, resonating voice out of Binghamton is essential. If you can attend, please do. If you cannot or can attend two, here is a complete list of the others:
Nov. 10, 7-10 PM - Hunt Union Ballroom, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta (This is not an official DEC hearing yet all notes will be transcribed and shared- a great warm-up for the 17th! Registration starts at 6:45 PM.)
Nov. 16, 1-4 PM & 6-9 PM – Dansville Middle School Auditorium, 31 Clara Barton Street, Dansville, NY (Registration upon arrival.)
Nov. 17, 1-4 PM & 6-9 PM, The Forum Theatre, 236 Washington Street, Binghamton, NY (Registration upon arrival.)
Nov. 29, 1-4 PM & 6-9 PM, Sullivan County Community College, Seelig Theatre, 112 College Road, Loch Sheldrake, NY (Registration upon arrival.)
Nov. 30, 1-4 PM & 6-9 PM, Tribeca Performing Arts Center, 199 Chambers Street, New York, NY (Registration upon arrival.)
Dec. 1, 7 PM – State Theater, 107 West State Street, Ithaca, NY. (A second unofficial public hearing for those who have not yet made comments. Doors open at 6 PM.)
For assistance with transportation to one or more of the hearings: http://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/water/fracking/ny-speak-out-against-fracking/
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