Council members approved a resolution to tap artist Rafael Consuegra to create a mural for the Miami Lakes Optimist Park clubhouse in an amount not to exceed $21,000. Sustained high capacity use of a well, as well as pollution/run-off in close proximity to the water table, and MANY people who share this underground well may suffer significantly. hTKSa?mmdKPp$5/N,0qBj-t Create an Account - Increase your productivity, customize your experience, and engage in information you care about. South MF, I believe you are as dumb as a rock. Thank you for getting involved and staying involved in the proposed quarry actions. That legal action, filed in January, will pit the city of Marble Falls, Marble Falls 300 (Gregg Ranch Development), and private property owners Grant Dean and Paul King against TCEQ in a debate about what the plaintiffs see as the disregard for local consideration in permitting. Not to mention, the huge trucks driving through downtown and the 5AM blasting. Homeowners living near quarries all over Florida havecomplainedabout the structural damage to their homes for years, but homeowners in South Florida have had it particularly bad. If a quarrys blasting exceeds these limits, the State Fire Marshal has the authority to impose penalties. The rock is then crushed into smaller pieces for use in various construction projects, such as building homes, highways, and parking lots. The explosives used to blast rock arent supposed to be strong enough to damage surrounding properties, but people living near quarries all over Florida disagree. Knecht has been working for more than a year to see if engineers can prove the cracks and leaks at homes were caused by the repeated blasts. Do you have cracks in the walls, foundation or roof? I would also be careful in voicing your opinion that all who oppose it are ignorant and unreasonable. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), McDonald named MVP of All-Star game, 3 other local players help lead North team, Team from Evangel Church travels to Alaska for missions trip, Helena Market Days holds annual BBQ Cook-off, Slice Pizza announces long-awaited opening of Montevallo location, Appeals court orders new trial for former Vincent pastor. The report concluded that blasting vibrations at the six quarries apart of the study were outside of any range that could damage or settle residential structures, regardless of frequency content, and that the states current blasting limits are appropriate to protect residential structures. However, that is not the whole story. Our climate leads to natural dusty days. The DEC followed with their approval on January 26, 2022. And thats huge, he said. To my knowledge, NOBODY considers this before issuing a permit. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Mining opponents vow to continue lawsuit after AG opinion favors TCEQ permit process, Receive Breaking news and the best of DailyTrib.com Direct to your inbox, Connected Burnet County pitches broadband pilot project for Spicewood, Marble Falls inclusive playground could be built next to Colt Elementary, Burnet FFA students participate in state convention, share in spotlight. If you can feel the the effects of blasting, then, over time, the blasts are strong enough to damage your home. A maximum of 20 trucks/day (which means up to 40 incidents of trucks) may enter and leave the site over Stone Quarry Road during normal operating hours, with no trucking operations or on-site extraction, processing or stockpiling activities occurring on Sundays or legal holidays. More then 100 families have signed on with Knecht. Circuit Judge Hub Harrington dismissed all of Gibbons procedural claims, said attorney Rob Fowler, who represents White Rock. The committee allows the opportunity for residents to be active participants in the solutions, she said. A state lawmakers inquiry prompted the attorney generals opinion, while an anti-mining lawsuit looms in the 201st Judicial District Court of Travis County. "You almost feel like you are in an earthquake and you don't know what to expect," resident Howard Lane said. Despite the contentious response, TCEQ approved Asphalt Inc.s air quality permit. Sounds like JD might have a conflict of interest regarding mining, regardless of its impact on a community and the environment. Instead you prefer 500 homes (for example in quantity) squished together on small plots utilizing more water, causing more traffic and inherently more mobile sources of fuel emissions than that of a rock crushing plant and its operations? Why dont you either grow up and quit whining or even better for the community, move awayI am sure your ultra liberal friends in Austin would embrace your constantly attacking, self righteous mentality. It is strong, and it has only gotten stronger.. If not, then a trial date will be set in the future, Fowler said. Messages left with Gibbons lawyer, Trip Galloway, were not immediately returned. To ensure compliance, every rock quarry is monitored by a seismograph an instrument that measures ground vibrations. Switchboard: (305) 751-6692 Proposed operation of mineral extraction of 125,000 yards of dimensional stone, consisting of an initial five-year permit, to excavate an initial 5.2-acre area located within a 26.6-acre Life of Mine, phased over 25 years (300 months), in Forestport, Oneida County, New York.
Many residents in part of South Florida are shaking mad from blasting at nearby quarries. AUSTIN Opponents of a planned rock crushing facility south of Marble Falls vowed May 17 to continue with a lawsuit aimed at halting mining operations, despite the Texas attorney generals defense of the states permitting process. If they are truly that bad then why would these developments be happening? In the 2-year period that seismograph monitoring was conducted, over 275 blast events were monitored and all registered under the State limit 0.50PPV. It doesnt make any sense to fix a house if they are going to come closer and they are going to continue blasting," Tobon said. Weve got to convince the whole state and we need people to drive up to Tallahassee. They (TCEQ) are much less concerned about water, which is another huge unanswered issue. There would still be developments in the area regardless of the quarry.71 has developments in the area of quarries, concrete plants and an asphalt plant. If we lose, we will work for free. In Florida, rock quarry mining is a billion-dollar business. It is with your help and participation that we can make a difference! But the state says the quarries are blasting under the seismic limit set by law and a spokesperson for one large quarry released a statement saying "data is very clear: blasting within regulated limits does not cause damage to homes. Its like having a mini earthquake every day, shaking the foundation of your home. We have had and HOPEFULLY will continue to be Texas, and mining is NO big deal. They also believe it is damaging their Northwest Miami-Dade home. Perhaps the mining industry is well regulated, but enforcement of those regulations isnt. If we lose, we will work for free. Reportedly, White Rock Quarries has donated a lot of money to state and local lawmakers campaigns. If you were at the open forum a few months back, you would agree most are well informed, concerned citizens who are exercising their legal constitutional right to protest using legal pathways set up just for this reason. Homeowners in some neighborhoods in Northwest Miami-Dade and Miami Lakes have put up with the blasting at nearby quarries for years, but Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid says the complaints are escalating. Industry is heavily regulated and yes they are not perfect but neither are you or me or the public or our legal system, etc.
During the operating season and within normal operating hours, a maximum of two targeted blast events may occur daily on site between 9am and 3pm with any processing or crushing of ancillary rock for use as aggregate, 10,000 cubic yards/year, occurring between 8am and 4pm. hbbd```b``@$S>n"@$}h 9`,i`0LVIUe dL bd 6GHqQrD~0 ;s There were many names on the petition opposing ashpalt inc of folks who live hundreds of miles away aND would not be affected. Paola Batic, homeowner: You dont get used to it. Any studies on the effect of that? All of this happening less than a few football fields in length from your home.
Tax deductible donations accepted and appreciated. How can I obtain more information on blasting damage? qJeA FT@)EeM.{ h 8UethaUznMub|Uug7_bIWSuL6NTG. Right after he wrote that letter, lawmakers in Tallahassee shut down a bill that could have reduced blasting limits. And, memo to JMH, if you really want to have a good response to your public forum, dont schedule it at 8AM on a Saturday morning. She is a member of the fourth generation of the Graham family, which developed the town. I have no conflict. You all are making it out as if these crushers kill people and are the worst thing on Earth. With your committee, the more people involved the better.. 2208 0 obj <>stream A recent opinon by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was in favor of TCEQ, but the plaintiffs said theyll keep pressing legal action. Each blast sends a tremendous amount of force through the earth and through the air. These operations use massive amounts of water, as well as mine down hundreds of feet approaching and possibly breaching the water table. A lot of experience and steps as we try to get somewhere with some solutions, he said. 2098 0 obj <> endobj They believe it is coming from blasting at one of the nearby limestone quarries. Masks are strongly recommended for entry into City facilities. Mineral extraction operations will occur seasonally April through October, Monday through Friday 7am-6pm and on Saturdays 7am-12pm. Then, they worry if their homes are damaged. One of the plaintiffs in the lawsuit said the attorney generals opinion renewed his vow to continue the court battle. And they are not the only ones having this feeling. What would make you consider a digital subscription to Shelby County Reporter? "We know now there is coverage and theres a building code that would help repair a home from blasting damage and retrofit it to dampen the vibration that would hurt the home in the future," Knecht said. At the September 4 Town Council meeting, Councilmember Marilyn Ruano proposed the committee to get local residents active and recommend solutions since they disagreed with the blasting study. The best part is that there are no out of pocket expenses or costs to you. Andrea Graham Rechichi chairs the Town of Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee. Home News News By Town Mining opponents vow to continue lawsuit after AG opinion favors TCEQ permit process, A proposed rock crusher and quarry operation south of the Texas 71 and U.S. 281 intersection drew protests from residents. Vice Mayor Frank Mingo, whos running for the state representative, said if elected, blasting is the first issue he wants to tackle. When the explosives are detonated, large chunks of rock break off. rk)g[~:k9n5UadkOlcT>oo;E%VwQr)x2I?LD.\$GB OJc-/U>yg.s"LrSIWE]lxO,6 q-q&l_iIsqf*!+I0Z?J08P8jUac5*gA f#ft}! Jeffrey Batic: Im going to put it here on the island, so we can capture the blasts.. The state launched a study earlier this year to monitor and review blasting levels along with the methods quarries use to blast for limestone. In response to the attorney generals opinion, the Texas Municipal League, representing the city of Marble Falls, released a statement that Paxton and TCEQ have lost sight of the fact that localities have an important role to play in safeguarding their residents from pollution problems faced by their communities.. The public may view the reports by going to WSVN.com and clicking on "FCC Public File", or by visiting the FCC's website at FCC.org. All quarries in Florida must adhere to the blasting limits set by the Division of State Fire Marshal. Published 4:47 pm Friday, October 28, 2011. WSVN-TVSunbeam Television Corp Can you feel the effects of blasting while inside your home? They were there first. Mingo said he already has the support of incoming House Speaker Jose Olivia R-Miami Lakes. More than 4,000 people have signed a petition organized by Tobon hoping to make the blasting stop. When I drive down a non-paved public road on a dry day, my vehicle makes a lot of dust too. But, you dont have to be that close to sustain significant damage. Enjoy all your local news and sports for less than 5 per day. In 2013 and 2015, the city of Houston, armed with municipal air quality codes, went head to head with rock crushing operations in legal proceedings that eventually resulted in a Texas Supreme Court ruling against the municipality. In fact, every case weve ever won all have one thing in common. Most homeowners insurance policies provide coverage for cracking damage caused by blasting. You cant say that for other industries. To the many who donated their time and dollars to support this effort, a heartfelt thanks. Council members approved a resolution which authorizes the town manager to execute two funding agreements with The Graham Companies to fund the N.W. You mention runoff pollution. endstream endobj startxref Wednesday, September 19, 2018. Is he using his own money for legal costs to override Paxtons opinion? Unfortunately, this isnt the first time that a citys attempt to protect its residents from the harmful effects of air pollution has been thwarted, Texas Municipal League said of the attorney generals statement. What is your beef against the mining industry? Apples to apples? And yes there is a for sale sign on ashpalt Incs property but their permit is still valid according to tceq webpage. The homeowners have long complained about the blasts that they say feel like mini earthquakes. 1401 79th Street Causeway Lawyers for Attorney General Ken Paxtons office defended the Texas Commission on Environmental Qualitys approval process in an opinion request stating TCEQ could likewise be precluded from considering local zoning, land use, and other ordinances on standard permitting decision. Thus, there is no reason for Asphalt Inc. to request voidance of the air permit authorization especially if a much bigger mining company is willing buy their air permit and then spend money to fight the fight. In April, the 518-acre piece of property in question was listed for sale by Austin-based Orberg Properties. Monday, July 18, 2022, Community 67 Avenue widening and Miami Lakes Drive adaptive signalization projects in the amounts of $489,933 and $173,239, respectively. Idel Llavore says she has spent tens of thousands of dollars fixing cracks on her home and property. Rock quarries extract minerals such as limestone from the earth by drilling strategically placed holes in the ground filled with explosives. Gibbons declined comment due to her status as the plaintiff. The explosions happen almost daily and come from the quarries that are now surrounded by homes. The Batics say several times a week, usually around midday, they feel shaking. Its the home developers who have the biggest beef. The legal action specifically disputes TCEQs granting of an air quality permit for Asphalt Inc. to build a rock crushing plant southwest of the U.S. 281-Texas 71 intersection without consideration for community recommendations, future residential development, or environmental concerns. Despite our concentrated efforts, the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) Board approved the quarry mining application with only minor adjustments and conditions on January 14, 2022. %PDF-1.5 % Alex Casas, chairman of the Miramar Blasting Advisory Committee, said his group, which was created last year, would work with the Miami Lakes committee. Please make checks payable to: White Lake ADK Association, Inc. Virginia Vorhis43 Jordan Rd.Pittsford, NY 14534, *donations can be accepted as a deductible contribution, Description of Proposed ProjectIndependent Mining Experts ReportLink to Applicants Submitted Application Materials, File numbers:APA File P2021-0075NYSDEC Application ID: 6-3038-00081/00003OPRHP Project No: 21PR1815. Manny Cid: For us, not having that control, that local control, is very frustrating. "The department has received an influx of complaints as it relates to material mine blasting," said Jon Moore, with Florida's Department of Financial Services. Miguel Martinez, business owner: One day when a blast hits and dead silence breaks in the room, we watch this crack start emanating right after the blast goes through.. Copyright 2022 Sunbeam Television Corp. All rights reserved. Texas is dusty. File photo.
Homes and businesses can be damaged even if they are miles away from the blast sites. Lets hope JD never has to experience first hand a quarry being approved that will affect his quality of life so he wont resort to becoming one those really stupid public complainers he detests so much. Marble Falls, Burnet, Kingsland, Llano, Spicewood, Horseshoe Bay, and ALL of the Highland Lakes. Its fine to disagree on the issues at hand, but to take issue and criticize people for simply voicing their concerns peacefully and legally is itself concerning. If not, you shut your municipality to any growth.. Also where are all these protesters now? Were angry, and we feel quite helpless., Idel Llavore: This has to stop somehow., Miguel Martinez: We have to live together. WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale, Cellphone video shows 10-year-old girl attacked at summer camp in Florida City, Over 166 cases of monkeypox reported in South Florida, 4 arrested in connection to road rage shooting in Hollywood, 17-year-old girl shot, killed in Liberty City; 2 others transported. We also appreciate all the letters and public comments you sent on behalf of our community. That is really stupid public complainers. You can sue the rock miners, Casas said. That is one argument I have not yet heard; comparing driving down a dusty road to a rock mining operation and crusher capable of crushing hundreds of tons of rock per hour, multiple hours a day, 365 days a year for decades, possibly centuries.
Many residents in part of South Florida are shaking mad from blasting at nearby quarries. AUSTIN Opponents of a planned rock crushing facility south of Marble Falls vowed May 17 to continue with a lawsuit aimed at halting mining operations, despite the Texas attorney generals defense of the states permitting process. If they are truly that bad then why would these developments be happening? In the 2-year period that seismograph monitoring was conducted, over 275 blast events were monitored and all registered under the State limit 0.50PPV. It doesnt make any sense to fix a house if they are going to come closer and they are going to continue blasting," Tobon said. Weve got to convince the whole state and we need people to drive up to Tallahassee. They (TCEQ) are much less concerned about water, which is another huge unanswered issue. There would still be developments in the area regardless of the quarry.71 has developments in the area of quarries, concrete plants and an asphalt plant. If we lose, we will work for free. In Florida, rock quarry mining is a billion-dollar business. It is with your help and participation that we can make a difference! But the state says the quarries are blasting under the seismic limit set by law and a spokesperson for one large quarry released a statement saying "data is very clear: blasting within regulated limits does not cause damage to homes. Its like having a mini earthquake every day, shaking the foundation of your home. We have had and HOPEFULLY will continue to be Texas, and mining is NO big deal. They also believe it is damaging their Northwest Miami-Dade home. Perhaps the mining industry is well regulated, but enforcement of those regulations isnt. If we lose, we will work for free. Reportedly, White Rock Quarries has donated a lot of money to state and local lawmakers campaigns. If you were at the open forum a few months back, you would agree most are well informed, concerned citizens who are exercising their legal constitutional right to protest using legal pathways set up just for this reason. Homeowners in some neighborhoods in Northwest Miami-Dade and Miami Lakes have put up with the blasting at nearby quarries for years, but Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid says the complaints are escalating. Industry is heavily regulated and yes they are not perfect but neither are you or me or the public or our legal system, etc.
During the operating season and within normal operating hours, a maximum of two targeted blast events may occur daily on site between 9am and 3pm with any processing or crushing of ancillary rock for use as aggregate, 10,000 cubic yards/year, occurring between 8am and 4pm. hbbd```b``@$S>n"@$}h 9`,i`0LVIUe dL bd 6GHqQrD~0 ;s There were many names on the petition opposing ashpalt inc of folks who live hundreds of miles away aND would not be affected. Paola Batic, homeowner: You dont get used to it. Any studies on the effect of that? All of this happening less than a few football fields in length from your home.
Tax deductible donations accepted and appreciated. How can I obtain more information on blasting damage? qJeA FT@)EeM.{ h 8UethaUznMub|Uug7_bIWSuL6NTG. Right after he wrote that letter, lawmakers in Tallahassee shut down a bill that could have reduced blasting limits. And, memo to JMH, if you really want to have a good response to your public forum, dont schedule it at 8AM on a Saturday morning. She is a member of the fourth generation of the Graham family, which developed the town. I have no conflict. You all are making it out as if these crushers kill people and are the worst thing on Earth. With your committee, the more people involved the better.. 2208 0 obj <>stream A recent opinon by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was in favor of TCEQ, but the plaintiffs said theyll keep pressing legal action. Each blast sends a tremendous amount of force through the earth and through the air. These operations use massive amounts of water, as well as mine down hundreds of feet approaching and possibly breaching the water table. A lot of experience and steps as we try to get somewhere with some solutions, he said. 2098 0 obj <> endobj They believe it is coming from blasting at one of the nearby limestone quarries. Masks are strongly recommended for entry into City facilities. Mineral extraction operations will occur seasonally April through October, Monday through Friday 7am-6pm and on Saturdays 7am-12pm. Then, they worry if their homes are damaged. One of the plaintiffs in the lawsuit said the attorney generals opinion renewed his vow to continue the court battle. And they are not the only ones having this feeling. What would make you consider a digital subscription to Shelby County Reporter? "We know now there is coverage and theres a building code that would help repair a home from blasting damage and retrofit it to dampen the vibration that would hurt the home in the future," Knecht said. At the September 4 Town Council meeting, Councilmember Marilyn Ruano proposed the committee to get local residents active and recommend solutions since they disagreed with the blasting study. The best part is that there are no out of pocket expenses or costs to you. Andrea Graham Rechichi chairs the Town of Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee. Home News News By Town Mining opponents vow to continue lawsuit after AG opinion favors TCEQ permit process, A proposed rock crusher and quarry operation south of the Texas 71 and U.S. 281 intersection drew protests from residents. Vice Mayor Frank Mingo, whos running for the state representative, said if elected, blasting is the first issue he wants to tackle. When the explosives are detonated, large chunks of rock break off. rk)g[~:k9n5UadkOlcT>oo;E%VwQr)x2I?LD.\$GB OJc-/U>yg.s"LrSIWE]lxO,6 q-q&l_iIsqf*!+I0Z?J08P8jUac5*gA f#ft}! Jeffrey Batic: Im going to put it here on the island, so we can capture the blasts.. The state launched a study earlier this year to monitor and review blasting levels along with the methods quarries use to blast for limestone. In response to the attorney generals opinion, the Texas Municipal League, representing the city of Marble Falls, released a statement that Paxton and TCEQ have lost sight of the fact that localities have an important role to play in safeguarding their residents from pollution problems faced by their communities.. The public may view the reports by going to WSVN.com and clicking on "FCC Public File", or by visiting the FCC's website at FCC.org. All quarries in Florida must adhere to the blasting limits set by the Division of State Fire Marshal. Published 4:47 pm Friday, October 28, 2011. WSVN-TVSunbeam Television Corp Can you feel the effects of blasting while inside your home? They were there first. Mingo said he already has the support of incoming House Speaker Jose Olivia R-Miami Lakes. More than 4,000 people have signed a petition organized by Tobon hoping to make the blasting stop. When I drive down a non-paved public road on a dry day, my vehicle makes a lot of dust too. But, you dont have to be that close to sustain significant damage. Enjoy all your local news and sports for less than 5 per day. In 2013 and 2015, the city of Houston, armed with municipal air quality codes, went head to head with rock crushing operations in legal proceedings that eventually resulted in a Texas Supreme Court ruling against the municipality. In fact, every case weve ever won all have one thing in common. Most homeowners insurance policies provide coverage for cracking damage caused by blasting. You cant say that for other industries. To the many who donated their time and dollars to support this effort, a heartfelt thanks. Council members approved a resolution which authorizes the town manager to execute two funding agreements with The Graham Companies to fund the N.W. You mention runoff pollution. endstream endobj startxref Wednesday, September 19, 2018. Is he using his own money for legal costs to override Paxtons opinion? Unfortunately, this isnt the first time that a citys attempt to protect its residents from the harmful effects of air pollution has been thwarted, Texas Municipal League said of the attorney generals statement. What is your beef against the mining industry? Apples to apples? And yes there is a for sale sign on ashpalt Incs property but their permit is still valid according to tceq webpage. The homeowners have long complained about the blasts that they say feel like mini earthquakes. 1401 79th Street Causeway Lawyers for Attorney General Ken Paxtons office defended the Texas Commission on Environmental Qualitys approval process in an opinion request stating TCEQ could likewise be precluded from considering local zoning, land use, and other ordinances on standard permitting decision. Thus, there is no reason for Asphalt Inc. to request voidance of the air permit authorization especially if a much bigger mining company is willing buy their air permit and then spend money to fight the fight. In April, the 518-acre piece of property in question was listed for sale by Austin-based Orberg Properties. Monday, July 18, 2022, Community 67 Avenue widening and Miami Lakes Drive adaptive signalization projects in the amounts of $489,933 and $173,239, respectively. Idel Llavore says she has spent tens of thousands of dollars fixing cracks on her home and property. Rock quarries extract minerals such as limestone from the earth by drilling strategically placed holes in the ground filled with explosives. Gibbons declined comment due to her status as the plaintiff. The explosions happen almost daily and come from the quarries that are now surrounded by homes. The Batics say several times a week, usually around midday, they feel shaking. Its the home developers who have the biggest beef. The legal action specifically disputes TCEQs granting of an air quality permit for Asphalt Inc. to build a rock crushing plant southwest of the U.S. 281-Texas 71 intersection without consideration for community recommendations, future residential development, or environmental concerns. Despite our concentrated efforts, the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) Board approved the quarry mining application with only minor adjustments and conditions on January 14, 2022. %PDF-1.5 % Alex Casas, chairman of the Miramar Blasting Advisory Committee, said his group, which was created last year, would work with the Miami Lakes committee. Please make checks payable to: White Lake ADK Association, Inc. Virginia Vorhis43 Jordan Rd.Pittsford, NY 14534, *donations can be accepted as a deductible contribution, Description of Proposed ProjectIndependent Mining Experts ReportLink to Applicants Submitted Application Materials, File numbers:APA File P2021-0075NYSDEC Application ID: 6-3038-00081/00003OPRHP Project No: 21PR1815. Manny Cid: For us, not having that control, that local control, is very frustrating. "The department has received an influx of complaints as it relates to material mine blasting," said Jon Moore, with Florida's Department of Financial Services. Miguel Martinez, business owner: One day when a blast hits and dead silence breaks in the room, we watch this crack start emanating right after the blast goes through.. Copyright 2022 Sunbeam Television Corp. All rights reserved. Texas is dusty. File photo.
Homes and businesses can be damaged even if they are miles away from the blast sites. Lets hope JD never has to experience first hand a quarry being approved that will affect his quality of life so he wont resort to becoming one those really stupid public complainers he detests so much. Marble Falls, Burnet, Kingsland, Llano, Spicewood, Horseshoe Bay, and ALL of the Highland Lakes. Its fine to disagree on the issues at hand, but to take issue and criticize people for simply voicing their concerns peacefully and legally is itself concerning. If not, you shut your municipality to any growth.. Also where are all these protesters now? Were angry, and we feel quite helpless., Idel Llavore: This has to stop somehow., Miguel Martinez: We have to live together. WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale, Cellphone video shows 10-year-old girl attacked at summer camp in Florida City, Over 166 cases of monkeypox reported in South Florida, 4 arrested in connection to road rage shooting in Hollywood, 17-year-old girl shot, killed in Liberty City; 2 others transported. We also appreciate all the letters and public comments you sent on behalf of our community. That is really stupid public complainers. You can sue the rock miners, Casas said. That is one argument I have not yet heard; comparing driving down a dusty road to a rock mining operation and crusher capable of crushing hundreds of tons of rock per hour, multiple hours a day, 365 days a year for decades, possibly centuries.