March 29, 2024

CARCS and Rehoboth BOS are Working Together

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Thank you to all of the Rehoboth residents who came out to vote against the compressor station in our last town election. Because of your support, we are pleased to confirm we now have the full backing of our BOS! At the April 24th BOS meeting, the Rehoboth Board began their discussion on the subject by unveiling a letter they drafted that unequivocally states their opposition to the proposed Enbridge/Spectra Energy compressor station. This letter was signed by all five BOS members and addressed to the Federal Regulatory Energy Commission (FERC) as well as all of our state and federal government officials.

As the evening progressed, the board also agreed to pass a Town Resolution which will align us with our neighbors in Attleboro and Seekonk who have already passed similar resolutions. By adopting this resolution, Rehoboth further strengthens its position by joining a coalition of 50+ Massachusetts towns and 80+ towns in New England who have passed resolutions and are all fighting new gas pipeline expansion projects.

Also, at the meeting a new zoning by-law amendment submitted by the BOS was up for discussion. In particular, Article 12 on the Town Warrant for the Annual & Special Town Meeting May 8th is meant to expand the towns ability to enforce baseline testing for health, air quality, water quality, and noise for certain industrial projects. Passing these provisions will be critical to protecting us should Access Northeast, or any other potentially threatening infrastructure project come into our town.

CARCS is excited to continue its work with the Rehoboth BOS to do whatever it takes to ensure the health and well-being of its residents. The BOS letter, resolution and proposed Article 12 are the first steps, and there will be more to come! Please make it a priority to attend the Annual & Special Town Meeting on May 8th at 7PM at the DR High School to vote in the Article 12 by-law amendment. We all need to be proactive in our fight to preserve and protect our town. Please continue to help us help you!

Chris Gauthier, Rehoboth MA

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