The city of Coquitlam will join New Westminster in voicing concerns over the process that led to the approval of the Fraser Surrey Docks Direct Transfer Coal Facility Project.
In August, Port Metro Vancouver announced it had approved a proposal that would see a coal transfer facility at the Fraser Surrey Docks. It would take at least four million tonnes per year of U.S. coal by train through White Rock and Surrey and send it by barge to Texada Island, where it would be reloaded onto ocean-going ships.
Coun. Chris Wilson, who brought forward the notice of motion to send the letter, said the region's port authority did not conduct proper consultation with Lower Mainland communities and health experts. Council voted unanimously to support the notice of motion and the letter will be sent to the prime minister, the premier and other organization's with a stake in the decision.
