Then again...There is significant local support as well. Plus Greenstone has/is investing $22MM US - they have full confidence it will be get the required permits - and they have done deep due diligence. I have spoken with Michael Haworth quite a few times. You have to remember the (and there will always be) people against any mining project need to show scientific proof. In this case it is my firm belief that scientific proof against the project does not exist. The aquifer flows and .2 feet per day. It is easily controlled and a large limestone structure is down stream which would neutralize any acid escapement should a problem occur. Perfect project, perfect place. "Cochise County Supervisor for District 3, Richard Searle, said, The sale would bring the taxes current (for Johnson Mine). We are short $1.5 million to $1.8 million and that would solve our deficit issue for this year. The county gets about 25 percent of the taxes, while the schools, college, hospitals and fire districts get the rest. It's great to see the business stay open and it's gravy to solve our deficit problem for this year, Searle said Monday."