MONTROSE, Colo.—Montrose County planners have vote unanimously to recommend a special-use permit for a proposed uranium and vanadium mill in southwest Colorado.
The vote was late Wednesday. County commissioners have the final say on the permit, and it’s not clear when they’ll vote.
State health officials would also have to approve the mill.
Toronto-based Energy Fuels Inc. wants to build the mill 12 miles west of Naturita (NA’-chur-EE’-tuh) and about 225 miles southwest of Denver.
Supporters say the mill will create jobs. Opponents say uranium ore could threaten residents’ health.
Among those speaking against the mill was actress Darryl Hannah, who grew up in the area and maintains a home in adjacent San Miguel County.
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Information from: The Montrose Daily Press,
