Environment on the Ballot

Audio Report on Oct 25, 2010 by Lauren Sommer from QUEST Northern California
Topics: Environment, Radio

QUEST Radio looks at a controversial casino project in Richmond that would allow construction of a $1.2 billion resort with 4,000 slot machines. Supporters of Measure U say it will bring jobs and tax revenue to a neglected former industrial site. Opponents say a Vegas-style operation would destroy habitat along the Richmond shore. Also on the ballot: several local measures on urban growth boundaries. Amy Standen and Lauren Sommer report.

Additional Links

• No on Measure W Campaign
• Yes on Measure W Arguments (pdf)
• Vote Yes on Measure U Campaign
• Vote No On Measure U Campaign
• Richmond Considers a Vegas-Style Casino
• Urban Growth on the Ballot