On April 11th at 9:30 am, the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hearing to discuss a proposed moratorium on oil and gas development in the county. This is a critical issue for residents of Arapahoe County, as oil and gas development can have significant impacts on public health, safety, and the environment. If you are interested in attending the hearing, here’s what you need to know.

First, the hearing will be held at the Arapahoe County Administration Building, located at 5334 S Prince St in Littleton, CO. The hearing is open to the public, and anyone who is interested in the issue is encouraged to attend. It’s important to note that due to COVID-19 restrictions, seating may be limited, so it’s a good idea to arrive early.

Second, supporters of the proposed moratorium are being asked to wear blue to the hearing. This is a way to visually show your support for the measure and to help demonstrate the broad community backing for the proposal.

So, why is a moratorium on oil and gas development so important? There are a number of reasons. First and foremost, oil and gas development can have serious impacts on public health and safety. Fracking, for example, has been linked to increased rates of asthma, respiratory problems, and cancer. In addition, the transportation of oil and gas via pipelines and trains can be dangerous, as we have seen with numerous high-profile accidents in recent years.

But the impacts of oil and gas development go beyond just health and safety concerns. They can also have significant environmental impacts, including air pollution, water pollution, and habitat destruction. The extraction of oil and gas also contributes to climate change, as the burning of fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

Given these impacts, it’s clear that a moratorium on oil and gas development is a necessary step to protect public health, safety, and the environment. This proposal is not just about stopping development for the sake of stopping development, but rather about taking a pause to ensure that proper safeguards are in place to protect our communities and our planet.

If you are interested in attending the hearing on April 11th, we encourage you to wear blue and show your support for the proposed moratorium. Together, we can make a difference and protect our communities from the harmful impacts of oil and gas development.

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