Our attached comments are in…

Our attached comments are in the context of Schedule 16, amendments to the Aggregate Resource Act. In particular, we comment on
The Consultation Process
Depth of Extraction/Vertical Zoning
Conditions Imposed by the Minister/LPAT
Licence Boundary Amendments

We have difficulty comprehending why these changes, which we believe weaken protections for the environment and rural municipalities, are required. Aggregate is not a leading factor of the economy, rather it is an area of business which follows the economy as the true leading economic areas require. We see no appreciable change in the price of aggregate at the scales, nor indications the industry is in financial trouble. Without one of those 2 drivers objectively in place, we see no legitimate reason to make these changes.