HomeMy Public PortalAbout2018.11.29 Matt & Angela Brown Midas Gold Agreement LetterMatt & Angela Brown
1501 Davis Ave
McCall, ID 83638
208-315-1157
November 29, 2018
McCall City Council
216 Park Street
McCall, ID 83638
It has just come to our attention that the City of McCall is considering voting on the
Midas Gold community partnership as soon as December 13, 2018. We have several
concerns about the city voting on and also possibly entering into that agreement at this
time.
December is a busy month for most local residents as well as council members. This
decision is such an important issue with long-lasting consequences, and it shouldn’t be on
the table during a time when so many people have other obligations and priorities. Why
not wait until you have the best opportunity to get maximum feedback from residents?
It’s also concerning that the city is rushing into an agreement with a company that will
very likely have long lasting effects on our city. There are still so many questions about
how Midas Gold’s arrival will impact our valley. Beyond the very serious environmental
issues at hand, Midas Gold could have far reaching impact on our city and county
economies during and, even more importantly, after they leave our area. Until the city is
absolutely sure that an agreement won’t create financial or political obligations that could
harm the city and its residents, there should not be any binding contracts made. I also
hope that the city is taking the time to research how other communities in the nation have
been impacted by the boom and bust economies of previous mining operations.
Any decision made by the city should be made on a timeline dictated by city leaders and
residents, not by Midas Gold and their agenda. Please wait to vote on this decision until
you can obtain the maximum amount of research, information and feedback.
Sincerely yours,
Matt & Angela Brown