FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 1, 2000
CONTACTS:
Bill Sinclair, Director, Division of Radiation Control, (801) 536-4255
Renette Anderson, DEQ Community Relations,(801) 536-4478
An update on uranium mill activities will be among topics discussed by the Utah Radiation Control Board which meets Friday, May 5, in Ticaboo.
Following discussion of routine agenda items, the Board will take public comment on radiation issues affecting Southeastern Utah. The meeting begins at 9 a.m. at the old Ticaboo schoolhouse. Public discussion is expected to begin at approximately 10 a.m.
The Board will also visit the Shootaring Canyon Mill near Ticaboo during their trip.
"We deal with many issues that directly affect Southeastern Utah residents," Radiation Control Director Bill Sinclair said. "Board members feel it is important to visit the area at least once yearly to hear citizen concerns."