July 23, 2014
S. Portland may seek help from environmentalists
In anticipation of a legal challenge from the oil industry, the city of South Portland may solicit funds from environmental groups to defend its ban of so-called tar sands oil.
The Portland Press Herald reported that South Portland city officials are considering the solicitation of funds from U.S. and Canadian environmental groups in order to nullify the impact on taxpayers. One environmentalist said he expects the city will get plenty of support.
Oil industry officials, including representatives from Portland Pipe Line Co, have said they expect to either sue the city or seek a citywide referendum to overturn the City Council’s vote on Monday to ban the loading of crude oil onto marine vessels and related development.
Read more
Most Recent
Most Recent
Comments