Unpatriotic Threat To American Eagle Habitat
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The Unpatriotic Threat to American Eagle Habitats
The American Bald Eagle, a symbol of our nation's freedom, faces a grave threat from the proposed installation of power lines by New York Regional Interconnect, Inc. (NYRI). These lines, stretching 200 miles from Marcy, NY, to New Windsor, NY, are intended to deliver power to New York City and Long Island. However, 73 miles of this project would cut through the Delaware River's vital eagle breeding grounds.
The Impact on Eagle Habitats
The Delaware River is a primary breeding site for the American Bald Eagle. If NYRI goes through with their plan, these power lines will not only disrupt but could potentially destroy this natural habitat. While routing the lines along the river is the most cost-effective solution, it is not the only option. NYRI has considered alternatives like following existing highway corridors, which would preserve the river's natural beauty and the habitat of the Bald Eagle.
Legal and Environmental Advocacy
In an effort to halt or redirect the project, the Upper Delaware Preservation Coalition (UDPC) has enlisted the help of attorney Richard J. Lippes. Renowned for his work in high-profile environmental cases, Lippes represents a glimmer of hope for this cause.
The NYRI project threatens to transform the river corridor into a construction site for over two years, creating noise pollution that would likely drive away wildlife, including eagles. The economic and environmental damages could linger for years, affecting tourism and local communities, while leaving eagles vulnerable to deadly encounters with the high-voltage lines.
The Controversial Backers
NYRI, a privately-funded company, is led by Canadian entrepreneur Richard Muddiman. Despite an office in Albany, NY, the project's investors remain anonymous, raising questions about their citizenship and motives. Why should foreign businessmen profit at the cost of our national symbol?
Originally proposed in 2003 by Pegasus, the project rights were later acquired by NYRI. Power lines would span across 130-foot-tall towers every 800 feet, potentially transforming the scenic Lackawaxen and Delaware Rivers into industrial zones.
Legislative Protections and Public Opposition
This area is safeguarded by acts such as the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, amended in 1978 to include the Upper Delaware River. NYRI’s plans directly violate these protections, but powerful lobbying threatens to undermine these laws.
In an unusual twist, NYRI's application under the Bush energy bill sets up a potential conflict between the US Department of Energy and the US Department of the Interior's National Park Service.
Public opposition is strong, with support from residents, environmental groups, and political leaders, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and organizations like the NRDC and the Sierra Club. However, Pennsylvania Senators Arlen Specter and Rick Santorum have yet to take a stand.
Preserving Our National Symbol
Having narrowly escaped extinction 25 years ago, the American Bald Eagle has made a triumphant return. It's our duty to protect its habitat, ensuring future generations can watch these majestic creatures soar. Allowing this project to proceed is akin to burning our national flag?"deeply unpatriotic and unforgivable.
How You Can Help
The Upper Delaware Preservation Coalition (UDPC) is calling for support. You can help by donating online or mailing a tax-deductible check to UDPC, P.O. Box 252, Narrowsburg, NY 12764. Additionally, you can sign online petitions to oppose the NYRI project.
Join the Fight
Visit [UDPC](http://www.udpc.net) to learn more.
Sign petitions [here](http://www.petitiononline.com/nyri/petition.html) and [here](http://senatorjimseward.com/jtf.asp).
Watch the [American Bald Eagle Webcam](http://www.nwf.org/wildlife/baldeagle/webcam.cfm) to see these magnificent birds in their natural setting.
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