Recent Updates
Weekly Update 6-04-23
THE FLYER SAYS IT ALL!
Sunday, June 11, 2023, is the date for CCLA’s Community Townhall meeting. We are meeting at 3 p.m. at the Cumberland Community Center, 71 Community Center Drive, Cumberland, Virginia (the Luther P Jackson School). Please plan to attend, if possible. There is information to share with the public concerning the proposed DUMP in Cumberland County.
Watch for Media Changes in the Coming Weeks
CCLA entered a contract with a media company to help us improve our position on social media. These changes include the website, facebook and other media sources. We will keep you informed as things progress. We are looking forward to offering a more friendly user website and other media sources. We are open to recommendations. You can send us your input by sending an e-mail to NoMegaLandfill@LoveCentralVa.com.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!
No post is complete until there is a “Thank You”. If it weren’t for your continued support, we would not be where we are today and the proposed DUMP but be a reality. We cannot stop now but keep on with the fight. We cannot take the chance of having our water contaminated for a few $$$$ for a corporation.
Weekly Update 5/27/23
Happy Memorial Day — have an enjoyable and safe holiday. Take a minute and reflect on the reason for the holiday.
Signatures Requested
Ron Tavernier, Supervisor for Cumberland County District 2, is asking for your support for his re-election to the Board this year. If you live in District 2, and have not signed his petition for re-election, please e-mail NoMegaLandfill@LoveCentralVA.com and we will get the message to him.
New Documents On DEQ Website
Green Ridge and affiliates submitted eight (8) draft documents to DEQ earlier this month. They can be viewed at https://www.deq.virginia.gov/get-involved/topics-of-interest/green-ridge-landfill.
It is unknown why DEQ accepts these draft documents. It is known, we need to stay prepared. Some of the changes Green Ridge and affiliates propose are:
The entry to the landfill site be off of Pine Grove road
Reduction in the tonnage of waste per day
Waste disposal unit reduction to 104 acres.
No out of state trash –
There are others. We MUST NOT allow them to continue this project that so adversely affects our environment and way of life. Once Green Ridge and affiliates are in, they will expand and continue the destruction of our natural resources. Your continued support of opposing this proposed mega landfill is much needed and greatly appreciated. The battle is just beginning.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!!
Weekly Update 5/12/23
APOLOGY For ALL FOR THE TIME BETWEEN POSTS.
Computer problems and spring got in the way – grass to cut, gardens to plant and the excuses go on. We will try much harder to get back to the normal weekly updates. Again, we are sorry.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
We are not meeting this Sunday, May 14, 2023, in order for us all to enjoy the day with family. Wishing all mothers the very best for this day and many more to come.
CCLA’S MAY MONTHLY TOWNHALL MEETING
is scheduled for Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 3 p.m. at the Community Center, 71 Community Center Drive, Cumberland, VA (Luther P Jackson School). Our guest speaker this month is Gustavo Angeles, from the Sierra Club. He has a lot of in-site to not only our endeavor to protect the environment, but what other organizations across the state are also facing. We look forward to hearing from him.
Updates will also be provided concerning the proposed mega landfill by Green Ridge and affiliates.
SPECIAL — SPECIAL
No-Dump T-Shirts — $10 each or 2 for $15
Congratulations to AMMD
CCLA takes this opportunity to congratulate AMMD on the dedication of the historical marker at Pine Grove School.
This achievement is do to the many hours of heartfelt desire to preserve the history of Pine Grove School and your passion to see its fruition has been a blessing to all who observe.
You overcame many obstacles to achieve this goal. Yet through your hard work you have forever preserved the significance of Pine Grove.
CCLA is so appreciative of your impact on our community and environment. We look forward to joining you in any way as you continue this journey.
CONGRATULATIONS ON A JOB WELL DONE!!
ATTENTION CUMBERLAND COUNTY RESIDENTS !!!
The county is currently conducting a survey on their Comprehensive Plan. This is your opportunity to be heard by completing the survey. It takes only a few minutes to complete and is available at this website: https://www.cumberlandcomprehensiveplan.com/