‘Scoping’ period for proposed coal terminal draft EIS begins Friday

Clark County residents will have the opportunity to comment on the scope of an environmental impact statement for a proposed export terminal for shipping coal near Longview.

One of five public meetings will be held Oct. 9, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Road, in Ridgefield. The meeting will include an open house with information on the proposed project, staff available to answer questions and opportunities to provide oral or written comments.